Decentralization, Diversity and Dynamic load regulation – novel approaches to tangible energy transition with diversification of production sources

Introduction

3DIVERSE will enact a holistic, multi-sectoral and multi-level approach to planning and implementation of investments into sustainable energy infrastructure through coordinated application of supply and demand side measures. A conventional fragmented and sectional undertaking of investments, that are as a whole essential to a successful realization of the energy transition, will be replaced with a novel approach based on integration and aggregation of investment actions across four interconnected sectors which will ensure the optimal results in terms of environmental, socio-economic and financial benefits.

Key Outputs

The key outputs of 3DIVERSE apply to the preparation of an all-inclusive set of technical investment documentation, including:

• Pre-feasibility studies
• Pre-investment designs
• Investment programmes
• Market research reports
• Operational monitoring analysis
• Construction, environmental and operational permits

Additionally, the project will include publications of the calls for tender (launch of procurement procedures) for tangible investment measures that will be defined through the PDA activities.

Innovative Mechanisms

3DIVERSE will, however, move beyond the conventional processes related to investment and public procurement by incorporating innovative mechanisms for acquiring citizen engagement as well as novel financing mechanisms.

Community-Driven Investments

The approach of 3DIVERSE will build on the premise of mobilizing private capital to the largest possible extent and fostering community-driven investments by providing mechanisms that ensure:

1. Improved access to capital
2. Lower investment costs
3. High transparency
4. Financial and social incentives

Long-term Ambition

The long-term ambition of the project is to effectively validate the approach on the example of the Savinjsko-šaleška coal-intensive region in transition. This will serve as a highly replicable and scalable model to be implemented in partner regions within and beyond the EU.