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 6, 2026, the Università degli Studi di Palermo (UNIPA) took part in the seminar “Energy Transition and Sustainable Development Goals: Experiences and Case Studies” , hosted at the Department of Engineering in Palermo. The event brought together researchers, practitioners, and stakeholders to explore how the global framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can drive tangible progress in energy and urban systems. A Step Toward SDG-Driven U