As part of the POSEIDON project, a stakeholder workshop was held to foster dialogue and collaboration around Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) in Umeå. The event brought together a diverse group of participants, including researchers, municipal representatives, personnel from Umeå Energi, members of a cooperative housing association, students, and academics.

Together, they explored regional challenges and opportunities related to energy transition, co-creation, and sustainable urban development.

Event Details

• Date: May 15, 2025
• Time: 12:00 – 15:00
• Venue: Conference Room TEK.B.324, Teknikhuset, Umeå University

Workshop

The interactive portion of the event featured three group discussions, each approximately 45 minutes in duration:

• 12:30 – 13:15
  Barriers and Enablers of Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) solutions in our region

• 13:15 – 13:30
  Coffee Break

• 13:30 – 14:15
  Possible business models and financial instruments for achieving low carbon societies in our region

• 14:15 – 15:00
  How to create a permanent support for co-creation process for decarbonization and energy transformation of our society

This workshop served as a meaningful step toward strengthening local collaboration and advancing energy transition efforts in Umeå and the wider POSEIDON network.