Introduction

Reduction of greenhouse gases emissions- Citizens environmental sensitization

Objectives and target audience

The Objectives are as follows:-

• Saving energy, reduction of energy use;

• Achieving a sustainable energy future;

• Reduction of greenhouse gases emissions and local air pollution;

• Economic benefits -Lower energy bills;

• Help to make our environment healthier;

• Smart living;

• Citizens activation and sensitization -Adoption of eco-friendly behavior.

The target group is all citizens of Amaroussion’s Municipality, especially  companies.

Financial Resources and Partners involved

The Municipality of Amaroussion finances the entire project.  Scientists and several organizations (e.g CRES) have a consulting role.

Process

• Open dialogue and discussion between authorities.

• Setting targets

• Dissemination of informative material to  people of local society so to  get involved and understand the philosophy of energy efficiency

• Informative event in order Municipality’s officers be familiarized with energy efficiency

• Organization of activities such as public events.

• Active participation of the volunteers’ office:  seminars to the volunteers

Results

The results as of today show an increase in public awareness.

Critical Success Factors / Challenges

The key issues for success are:-

• The continuation of the increase awareness of the public;

• The continuation of the increase awareness of the municipality staff in order to transfer this knowledge to the local society;

• The well organized seminars through which we can create a culture of responsibility;

• The coordination and good cooperation between the municipality’s services and the locality;

• The discussion- dialogue about energy efficiency;

• The challenge is to reach the goal of 20% by 2020 with regards to energy efficiency.