From March 3 to 6, LOCALISED partners gathered in Milan for an intense and productive three-day meeting and interactive workshop. Hosted by CMCC, the event was a key moment to align on project progress, refine tools, and strategize on maximizing the impact of LOCALISED in supporting decarbonisation efforts.
Assessing Progress and Setting Priorities
The first day focused on reviewing the overall project timeline and integrating feedback from the latest external project review. This session allowed partners to reflect on the work completed so far and establish key priorities for the remaining months. The discussions then shifted to the Net-Zero Business Consultant (NZBC) and the Sustainable Business Model Canvas tools, both designed to support companies in their decarbonisation journey by offering tailored insights and strategic guidance.
A conclusive session on scientific dissemination and communication then highlighted the importance of sharing LOCALISED findings in ways that engage policymakers, businesses, and citizens.
Advancing Modelling, Strategy, and Impact Assessment
The second day was dedicated to the technical development of LOCALISED’s models and Data Sharing Platform. The team explored ways to ensure that the project provides robust support not only for climate mitigation strategies but also for adaptation to impacts of climate change. In addition, a session on Social Impact Assessment reinforced the project’s commitment to integrating social dimensions into climate strategies, ensuring that transitions are inclusive and equitable. In the afternoon, the updated version of the Climate Action Strategiser (CAST) was showcased, followed by a discussion on the Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plans (SECAPs) auto-filling integration and the next steps required before the project’s completion.
The day concluded with a session on impact assessment and exploitation, exploring how LOCALISED’s outcomes can create long-term value and remain useful beyond the project’s lifespan.
Engaging Businesses and Citizens for a Sustainable Future
The last day began with an interactive Business Decarbonisation Workshop, where project partners and stakeholders explored how the LOCALISED Net-Zero Business tool can help businesses in their transition to net-zero emissions. Another key session focused on the Citizen Engager, a tool designed to foster public participation through co-design processes, making climate action more inclusive and community-driven.
In the afternoon, the meeting concluded with discussions on the future of LOCALISED after the project’s official end, and how partners can contribute to ensuring that its insights, methodologies, and tools remain available.
Strengthening Collaboration Through Cultural Experiences
Beyond the structured discussions, the Milan meeting also provided moments for informal exchange and team-building. A guided cultural tour, “Migrantour – T’EL Chi CHINA TOWN”, led us through Milan’s Chinatown, offering a perspective on the city’s multicultural dynamics. Convivial team dinners further strengthened connections, reinforcing the collaborative spirit that drives the LOCALISED project.
As LOCALISED moves into its final phases, the focus remains on refining its tools and sharing them with stakeholders, to ensure that cities, businesses, and citizens can effectively use downscaled climate data to drive local action.
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