Cork Launch of TIPS4PED project with Local Focus Group Workshop
In October, the Cork launch of the TIPS4PED project was held at the Tyndall National Institute. The Horizon Europe research project, which aims to advance Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) through innovative digital solutions, seeks to transform urban environments into sustainable energy hubs. This event was opened by Cork City’s Lord Mayor, Councillor Dan Boyle, who emphasized the importance of this project for Cork’s future in sustainable urban development.
The launch brought together a diverse mix of stakeholders, including representatives from local government, energy and mobility sectors, community groups, educational institutions, and industry leaders. Cork City Council, in collaboration with Tyndall organized the event to foster local engagement and collect feedback on the proposed TIPS4PED platform functionalities. A key goal of the TIPS4PED project is to develop a digital twin model for the pilot area in the Docklands of the city.
The event featured presentations on Cork Docklands development, the TIPS4PED project, and the envisioned digital twin model for Cork. In a subsequent workshop, participants broke into roundtable discussions where they identified specific needs and potential contributions to the TIPS4PED model from their respective sectors.
Eoin O Leidhin from Tyndall National Institute, one of the event organisers stated, “The insights gathered both at this TIPS4PED launch event and through the project will not only inform the development of a Positive Energy District in the pilot area of the Docklands but are intended as a blueprint that can be replicated in other areas of Cork and across other cities. This pilot lays the foundation for transformative, scalable energy solutions that will help shape the move to increase the sustainability of urban living.”
Corina Hanrahan from Cork City Council, remarked, “The TIPS4PED launch marked an exciting beginning, bringing together diverse voices and expertise that will shape Cork’s sustainable energy future. This engagement ensures that the digital twin model and PED initiatives reflect the needs and priorities of all stakeholders.”