Within the framework of the SDG-BASED project, a new academic collaboration has been established between Dalarna University and Università degli Studi di Palermo. Francesco Guarino and the University of Palermo team have welcomed Fartun Ahmed Nuur, a student from Dalarna University enrolled in the one-year Master’s programme in Energy Efficient Built Environment. Fartun is carrying out her thesis work within the SDG-BASED project. During her stay, she will collaborate with fe

Project spotlight! What if a neighbourhood could give back more energy than it consumes? The SDG-BASED project is built to answer exactly that question—by helping cities turn sustainability ambitions into real, measurable impact through Positive Energy Districts (PEDs). 🌆 From Good Intentions to Real Impact Cities across Europe are full of strong sustainability commitments. Yet one major challenge remains: How do we move from strategy to implementation? The gap between ambit

On February 16, 2026, the Università degli Studi di Palermo team conducted a local dissemination activity as part of the SDG-BASED project, participating in the national event “M’Illumino di Meno – Giornata nazionale del risparmio energetico e degli stili di vita sostenibili” . The event focused on energy savings and sustainable lifestyles, providing a platform to showcase how SDG-aligned frameworks can drive climate-conscious urban development. Introducing the SDG-BASED Rati