Promoting Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Heritage Buildings: TERA for SMARTeeSTORY at the 2nd General Assembly in Granada

A few weeks ago, TERA had the privilege of participating in the 2nd meeting of the SMARTeeSTORY Project at the stunning Chamber of Commerce in Granada.
The event kicked off on April 3rd with a warm welcome from key figures in the community and city administrations whose presence underscored a robust commitment to SMARTeeSTORY's mission of advancing energy efficiency and sustainability in heritage buildings.
During the assembly, TERA and the partners of the consortium highlighted the energy efficiency interventions ongoing at the three project’s demo sites, focusing on the advancements made for the Spanish demo at the Royal Chancellery and on the relevance of adapting culturally significant buildings to achieve important goals with minimal visual disturbance. Working with public buildings presents numerous challenges, particularly regarding the installation of equipment for monitoring purposes. Nevertheless, we are making positive strides through continuous dialogue with local administrations to overcome legal barriers.
A tour of the demonstration site at Granada's Royal Chancellery followed. This historic building, constructed in the 1500s to house the Court of Justice, has a rich past, having served various functions over the centuries. Today, it remains the seat of the Andalusian High Court of Justice.
The second day of the meeting immersed participants in workshops centered on the project's three demonstration sites. Insights from the previous day's site visit informed discussions on planning interventions for the coming months. Participants exchanged ideas, solutions, and challenges, reflecting the collaborative spirit of SMARTeeSTORY.
As we near the one-year milestone of the project, there is a growing sense of momentum towards the common goal of transforming heritage buildings into exemplars of smart, energy-efficient structures within the EU. The meeting concluded with participants departing with renewed enthusiasm and a shared commitment to advancing SMARTeeSTORY's objectives.
Looking ahead, we are eager to continue creating synergies with like-minded projects, driving progress towards smarter and more energy-efficient cities.
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