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As the global community intensifies efforts to mitigate climate change, the role of urban areas in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has become increasingly critical. This paper explores the potential of university campuses to serve as decentralized energy systems that contribute to GHG reduction. Campuses, with their diverse energy demands and capacity for innovation, present unique opportunities for implementing sustainable energy solutions. By leveraging renewable energy sources, energy efficiency measures, and smart grid technologies, campuses can transition from traditional energy consumers to proactive energy producers and managers.
This study examines Torino campuses as decentralized energy systems. The findings suggest that campuses can play a pivotal role in the broader transition to post-carbon cities, serving as microcosms of sustainable urban development. The paper concludes with policy recommendations and strategies for scaling up these efforts, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between academic institutions, local governments, and the private sector in achieving long-term sustainability goals.
| Keywords | Sustainable cities; Energy; Climate change; Green campus |
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| Best Congress Paper Award | No |
