EnePoMAP: Mapping and providing cost effective solutions for tackling energy poverty

This project aimed at developing a GIS-based methodology, using information available in different public databases for detecting areas at risk of energy poverty, and identifying potential solutions for reducing it. To do that, EnePoMAP developed a two-stage methodology:

• 1st stage: Mapping the level of EP in a city, using EP indicators calculated based on public data
• 2nd stage: Identifying potential solutions for alleviating EP by reducing the energy consumption of the targeted buildings.

At the same time, this second stage evaluated two possible strategies: the first, the potential of comprehensive energy renovations at the district level in those areas; the second, the potential of using solar installations for supplying a share of the energy demand in this areas. Both strategies were integrated into a comprehensive methodology for facilitating the decision-making process. The methodology was demonstrated in at least six case studies (three located in Spain; three in Portugal), considering the most representative climatic areas. The project also assessed different funding schemes for implementing these solutions.

The project started in 2021 and will be completed in 2023. 

The partners of the project were: the University of the Basque Country (ES) and the University of Minho (PT).