Energy, Housing, and Participation as Pillars of Local Development
Published on
23/09/2024
About this challenge
Poland
Challenge description
Siemianowice Śląskie is a city with a rich history, located in southern Poland, near Katowice, with a population of approximately 65,000 residents. For years, it developed thanks to heavy industry, particularly mining and metallurgy. Today, the city faces challenges related to socio-economic transformation, including energy poverty, social housing, and increasing community participation.
Energy poverty is a serious issue for the city's residents, caused by high energy costs and outdated heating infrastructure. The city is working on improving energy efficiency in buildings and is seeking partners for joint projects that will help reduce heating costs and improve living standards.
Another challenge is upgrading the residential assets. Many municipal buildings need renovations and adaptation to current energy standards. Siemianowice is committed to enhancing housing quality, which calls for both technical and social investments.
Equally important is the goal of increasing community participation. The city aims to more actively involve residents in decision-making processes to strengthen dialogue and better respond to local needs. Siemianowice is looking for partners to help create spaces for dialogue and implement projects that support civic engagement.
We invite cities facing similar challenges and willing to exchange experiences in the areas of energy efficiency, building and housing modernization, and community engagement to collaborate with us. Together, we can create a more sustainable future for our residents.
Energy poverty is a serious issue for the city's residents, caused by high energy costs and outdated heating infrastructure. The city is working on improving energy efficiency in buildings and is seeking partners for joint projects that will help reduce heating costs and improve living standards.
Another challenge is upgrading the residential assets. Many municipal buildings need renovations and adaptation to current energy standards. Siemianowice is committed to enhancing housing quality, which calls for both technical and social investments.
Equally important is the goal of increasing community participation. The city aims to more actively involve residents in decision-making processes to strengthen dialogue and better respond to local needs. Siemianowice is looking for partners to help create spaces for dialogue and implement projects that support civic engagement.
We invite cities facing similar challenges and willing to exchange experiences in the areas of energy efficiency, building and housing modernization, and community engagement to collaborate with us. Together, we can create a more sustainable future for our residents.
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This city is looking for
Siemianowice Śląskie, facing the challenges of socio-economic transformation, requires expert knowledge in several key areas. First and foremost, the city needs specialists in energy efficiency to assist in the modernization of buildings and optimization of heating systems. Cooperation with experts in renewable energy is also essential to implement sustainable solutions that reduce heating costs and alleviate energy poverty.
In the field of social housing, architects and urban planners with experience in designing and modernizing municipal buildings are essential. Collaboration with housing policy experts is crucial to develop strategies for managing housing resources tailored to the needs of residents.
Equally important is social participation. We are looking for specialists who can help implement mechanisms for engaging residents in decision-making processes and fostering social dialogue. Skills related to building platforms for dialogue and strengthening civic engagement are key to creating an active community.
Expert knowledge in these areas will help Siemianowice Śląskie effectively implement projects for sustainable development and improve the quality of life.
In the field of social housing, architects and urban planners with experience in designing and modernizing municipal buildings are essential. Collaboration with housing policy experts is crucial to develop strategies for managing housing resources tailored to the needs of residents.
Equally important is social participation. We are looking for specialists who can help implement mechanisms for engaging residents in decision-making processes and fostering social dialogue. Skills related to building platforms for dialogue and strengthening civic engagement are key to creating an active community.
Expert knowledge in these areas will help Siemianowice Śląskie effectively implement projects for sustainable development and improve the quality of life.
City size
Towns (< 50,000 inhabitants)
Author
Magdalena Faracik-Nowak
Head of Development Department
Siemianowice Śląskie City Hall
