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Local energy concept

The Local energy concept comprehensively evaluates options and proposes solutions in the field of energy supply to the local community. It considers the long-term development of the local community in various areas and existing energy capacities. The local energy concept is intended to increase awareness and information of energy consumers and prepare measures in the field of efficient energy use and the introduction of new energy solutions. It includes an analysis of the existing situation in the field of energy use and energy supply. Based on the analysis, possible future energy supply concepts are proposed, considering the greatest possible efficiency of energy use by all consumers (apartments, industry, crafts, public buildings, etc.). The possibilities of using local renewable energy sources are reviewed, which increases the reliability of heat and electricity supply in the local community. At the same time, the proposed projects also reduce emissions and environmental pollution. The local energy concept includes an action plan, where the projects are also economically evaluated, and a timetable. Potential project leaders are determined, which enhances the probability of successfully executing projects defined in the local energy strategy.

The local energy concept enables:

• selection and determination of energy planning objectives in the local community,
• review of the past situation in the field of energy use and supply,
• review of measures to effectively improve the energy situation and thus the state of the environment,
• designing and comparing different alternatives and scenarios of possible development,
• preparation of a proposal for a short-term and long-term energy policy, with the short-term energy policy defining a period of five years and the long-term policy defining a period of ten years,
• monitoring, identifying and documenting changes in the energy and environmental situation.

The local energy concept is an important tool for planning the energy policy strategy of a local community. It outlines the methods through which the local community can implement tailored solutions for efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly energy services in households, businesses, and public institutions. The document also specifies the tangible outcomes that the local community can achieve through these measures.

The objectives of developing and implementing an energy concept can be:

• efficient use of energy in all areas, increasing and faster introduction of local renewable energy sources (wood biomass, solar energy, biogas, etc.),
• reducing environmental impact, promoting the introduction of cogeneration of heat and electricity,
• introduction of district heating,
• replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy sources,
• reduction of final energy consumption in all consumer groups,
• introduction of energy audits of public and residential buildings,
• introduction of energy accounting and management for public buildings,
• introduction of energy consulting, information and education