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Project Objective

In an era of sustainable energy solutions, the FLEXPOSTS project emerges as a pioneering endeavor to transform two districts in Denmark and the Netherlands into a Positive Energy District (PED), charting the path for energy efficiency and green technologies in urban development.

 

The FLEXPOSTS project's ambition is actualized through the establishment of two test/demo sites, strategically located in Aalborg, Denmark and Zwette, Netherlands. 

 

FLEXPOSTS seeks to push the boundaries of innovation by exploring and implementing novel business models for more flexible energy systems. By working across national borders, the project capitalizes on the diverse approaches to energy systems, energy, and urban planning exhibited by the two countries involved.

 

Throughout the project's duration, the acquired knowledge and insights will be effectively translated and applied in practice at the designated sites.  The ultimate objective is to significantly reduce CO2 emissions by seamlessly integrating green and energy-efficient solutions, thereby paving the way for a sustainable future.

 

What is a PED?

PEDs are areas with a net positive energy balance on an annual basis. These districts will play a crucial role in the energy transition; however, implementation proves challenging due to organizational, regulatory, and urban planning issues. FLEXPOSTS aims to improve the implementation process of PEDs by examining how innovative business models can be developed, to create flexible energy assets through two pilot sites in Aalborg East (DK) and Leeuwarden (NL).

 

 

 

Partners in FLEXPOSTS

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Hanze University of Applied Sciences | Aalborg Universitet | New Energy Coalition | Green Hub Denmark | Gemeente Leeuwarden

Work Package Structure in FLEXPOSTS

 

To realise the ambitions of FLEXPOSTS, the project is structured around five interconnected work packages (WPs) that link applied research, innovation, and implementation. These WPs provide a clear framework for developing, testing, and scaling solutions, while actively involving relevant stakeholders and aligning with other PED-related initiatives.

 

Each WP integrates communication and dissemination tasks to ensure continuous knowledge sharing—both internally and with external actors such as the Expert Support Facility. This structure supports a dynamic, practice-oriented approach that translates insights into real-world impact.

Project Management

WP1 relates to project management and the assessment of progress and results. It is specifically designed to facilitate the execution and alignment of the work in and between all different WPs, to ensure the planned activities are executed accordingly, and can be reported.

Expert Support Facility

WP2 facilitates knowledge exchange between FLEXPOSTS and the ESF. A dedicated expert ensures alignment by participating in the Project Management Board and sharing insights across all work packages.

Process innovation, business models and circularity

WP3 is the scientific core of FLEXPOSTS, where partners co-develop knowledge for use at demo sites in Zwette VI and Aalborg East. A continuous feedback loop from real-world testing ensures practical, refined solutions with input from site hosts LWD and GHD.

Demo Site Zwette VI, Leeuwarden

WP4 tests and implements WP3 outcomes under Dutch conditions. The City of Leeuwarden (LWD) and local stakeholders contribute actively, providing practical feedback to refine solutions and inform WP3.

Demo Site Aalborg East

WP5 applies and adapts WP3 insights in a Danish context. Aalborg Municipality (GHD) and local actors support implementation and feed back learnings to further develop FLEXPOSTS results.

The project period runs from September 2022 to March 2025.

 

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Alex Søgaard Moreno

Project Manager

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Alex Søgaard Moreno