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Activities – Timeline

Work Package 1: Békéscsaba

Objective:

Increase Békéscsaba’s capacity to utilize renewable energy by deploying two LiFePO4 batteries, offering green energy for events, and developing a hydrogen strategy and building plan for a future green hydrogen system.

Activity 1.1: Planning and Procurement of Mobile Battery

Timeline: Months 1–12

Békéscsaba launches a tender to purchase two mobile batteries (at least 100kW/200kWh and 100kW/400kWh).
Batteries will use LiFePO4 technology (without cobalt) for sustainability.
Two container chassis will also be procured for transporting the batteries.
Instead of buying trucks, trailers will be rented for event delivery.
Integration into the city’s solar PV and smart grid infrastructure, with participation from Oradea (ZMO) in observing the process.

Deliverables:

Two mobile batteries with a combined 600kWh capacity.
Two container chassis for mobility.

Activity 1.2: Awareness Raising Campaign for Sustainable Power by Solar Mobile Batteries

Timeline: Months 1–24

Promotion campaign targeting event organizers and construction industry professionals to adopt mobile batteries charged with solar energy.
Multi-channel strategy: workshops, digital marketing, website, social media, newsletters.
Showcasing real success stories and engaging the community through online forums, consultation, and partnerships.
ZMO supports adapting materials and outreach for Romanian audiences, ensuring regional impact.

Deliverables:

Awareness raising campaign and workshop(s), with materials tailored for cross-border relevance.

Activity 1.3: Sustainable Mobile Energy Pilot—Testing and Implementation

Timeline: Months 7–18

Set up power distribution interfaces and install smart meters for each battery.
Test mobile batteries at real events and construction sites with target users recruited during the campaign.
Collect user feedback.
Document and report results, feeding data into further strategy development.

Deliverables:

20 smart meters with mobile app interfaces.
Detailed report on pilot implementation and lessons learned.

Activity 1.4: Development of Joint Strategy and Action Plan for Sustainable Mobile Battery Utilization

Timeline: Months 1–18

Develop a comprehensive, collaborative strategy with ZMO for procuring, integrating, and using mobile batteries.
Incorporate feedback from pilot activities.
Regular stakeholder workshops to ensure broad input and adaptability.

Deliverables:

Joint strategy and action plan document.

Activity 1.5: Developing Hydrogen Strategy and Planning a Green Hydrogen System

Timeline: Months 1–24

Engage experts to develop a hydrogen strategy for Békéscsaba, covering storage, public transport, and value chains.
Create a building plan for a green hydrogen system, ready for permitting and future funding.
Feasibility study shared regionally, laying groundwork for follow-up projects.

Deliverables:

Hydrogen strategy and building plan, plus feasibility study.

Activity 1.6: Exchange of Good Practices

Timeline: Months 1–24

Four joint workshops and meetings with ZMO (two per city).
Topics: procurement/integration of batteries, mobile app use, pilot experiences, hydrogen strategy, and smart grid solutions.
Documentation and wide dissemination of best practices.

Deliverables:

Two joint events in Békéscsaba (site visits, knowledge exchange).
Summary report of good practices and outcomes.

Work Package 2: ZMO (Oradea Metropolitan Area)

Objective:

Transform the Metropolitan Centre in Oradea into a model for urban renewable energy, integrating geothermal and PV, and achieving progress toward net-zero carbon emissions.

Activity 2.1: Activities for Renovation of Metropolitan Centre for Renewable Energy

Timeline: Months 1–18

Renovate the centre with geothermal pumps, PV panels, smart heating/ventilation controls, and CO₂ monitoring (10 sensors).
Public procurement managed externally.
Mobile app for temperature control and scheduling.
Focus on user engagement for energy savings.

Deliverables:

Public procurement service contract.
10 CO₂ monitoring systems.

Activity 2.2: Exchange of Good Practices

Timeline: Months 1, 7–12, 13–18, 19–24

Four events: two in Oradea (hosted by ZMO), two in Békéscsaba.
Study visits: Békéscsaba experts visit Oradea to learn geothermal systems; Oradea experts visit Békéscsaba for energy storage.
20 participants per event, promotional materials, press releases.

Deliverables:

Reports on each exchange event and best practice sharing.

Activity 2.3: Elaboration of Joint Strategy and Action Plan

Timeline: Months 1–24

In the final phase, ZMO compiles the joint strategy based on all study visits and pilot results.
Includes a detailed solution for geothermal and solar integration in public buildings, action plan for future cross-border cooperation.
Public consultation and release in both languages, with input from external experts.

Deliverables:

Joint strategy, action plan, and technical solution report.

Investment (ZMO)

Objective:

Metropolitan Centre for Renewable Energy: Complete renovation, energy system integration, serves as demonstration site and regional knowledge hub.

The RESolution project’s investment in Oradea focuses on the comprehensive renovation and transformation of an existing building on Cazaban Street into the Metropolitan Centre for Renewable Energy. This centre will become a flagship facility for sustainable urban development in the region, integrating cutting-edge renewable energy solutions including photovoltaic panels and a geothermal heat pump system. By combining these technologies, the centre aims to achieve a high degree of energy independence and serve as a demonstration site for innovative, low-carbon infrastructure. The renovation will also include the installation of smart building management systems, such as automated lighting controls and a mobile application for temperature regulation, further optimizing energy efficiency and comfort.

In addition to its core energy systems, the centre will be equipped with advanced monitoring technologies, including ten CO₂ sensors distributed throughout key rooms. These sensors will enable real-time tracking of indoor air quality, allowing building operators to balance ventilation needs with energy savings, and ensuring a healthy and comfortable environment for all occupants. The integration of user engagement and education initiatives is also central to the project, with features designed to motivate public building users to actively participate in energy-saving efforts. By fostering awareness and responsible behavior, the investment seeks to maximize the impact of technological upgrades.

This investment delivers direct environmental and operational benefits for Oradea, and plays a pivotal role in regional knowledge transfer and cross-border cooperation. The Metropolitan Centre will serve as a hub for best practice exchange, hosting workshops, study visits, and pilot activities for partners from both Romania and Hungary. As a member of the Clustherm Transylvania cluster, the centre is strategically positioned to advance research, training, and innovation in renewable energy. Ultimately, the project’s investment in Oradea aims to inspire and inform the development of similar sustainable energy facilities across the cross-border region, contributing to the EU’s long-term climate and energy goals.

Timetable

Period (Months)	Békéscsaba	ZMO (Oradea)
1–6	Planning/procurement of batteries, awareness campaign starts, start hydrogen strategy, first exchange visits	Start renovation planning, first exchange event, strategy groundwork
7–12	Integration, pilot testing, smart meters, site visits, knowledge exchange	Renovation, site visit to Békéscsaba, CO₂ sensors installed
13–18	Pilot testing, joint events, report on hydrogen strategy, workshops	Renovation completion, further exchange, finalize monitoring
19–24	Awareness campaign wrap-up, finalize strategy/action plan, report dissemination	Finalize joint strategy and action plan, public consultation, knowledge transfer

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