The STARS TALK webinar series, organised by the STARS EU Challenge Lab, resumes its programme this May with two meetings that will address crucial challenges for European communities. On the one hand, the implementation of SDG 16 at the local level and, on the other, the challenges of the energy transition in isolated systems.
The first, “Enforcing consumer rights: implementing SDG 16 at the local level“, which will be given by Professor de la Rute Couto (Bragança Polytechnic University (Portugal), will explore the role of municipalities in promoting inclusive institutions and empowered consumers, in line with the 2030 Agenda and the European Consumer Agenda.
The talk, which will take place on 14 May at 13.00 CET, will analyse, through the Portuguese experience, local practices that promote justice, sustainability and access to conflict resolution, especially in the most disadvantaged groups.
Decarbonisation in island environments
The second, which will be offered on 11 June, at 13:00 CET, will delve into the “Energy transition applied in isolated systems: current and future challenges”. Taught by Benjamín González Díaz, professor at the University of La Laguna (Spain), the presentation will reflect on decarbonisation in island or remote environments and will address the incorporation of renewable energies such as solar, wind or hydroelectric in isolated systems.
The meeting will serve to present technological advances and innovative strategies to achieve energy independence and environmental sustainability of vulnerable communities.
These events are part of the monthly STARS TALK cycle, a knowledge-sharing initiative that fosters dialogue on science, technology, and innovation-based solutions. Each session includes a concise presentation, followed by an interactive space with the audience.
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