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[...] Development and updating of knowledge To develop and update my knowledge on the issue of resident engagement in Liège's energy efficiency initiatives, here are three concrete suggestions: 1. Participation in specialized conferences and webinars: I could participate in conferences and webinars focused on energy efficiency, community engagement, and environmental communication. For example, I could follow events organized by local institutions, universities, or specialized organizations in the energy and environment field. These events often provide opportunities to learn about the latest innovations, best practices, and relevant case studies. [...]
[...] Formulate your research objective(s). The objective of this research is to find improvement leads for the communication and engagement of the Environmental Service of the City of Liège regarding energy efficiency initiatives. More specifically, it involves: - Identify the current obstacles to citizen participation in workshops and events on energy efficiency. - Propose effective and inclusive communication strategies to reach a wider and more diverse audience, including residents from peripheral neighborhoods. - Develop recommendations to increase awareness and involvement of residents in energy renovation and energy-saving projects. [...]
[...] - Organization of training sessions and awareness campaigns to inform and motivate provincial agents to adopt eco-responsible practices in their daily work. Communal axis : - Encouragement of local climate plans : Encouragement of cities and municipalities to develop and implement their own Climate Plan, with logistical and financial support from the Province. This includes technical assistance for data collection, writing plans, and implementing local projects. - Aide et soutien : Provision of resources, including experts and methodological tools, to accompany municipalities in their climate-related initiatives. [...]
[...] For example, partnerships with organizations such as Energy Cities and the Mayors' Convention allow for the sharing of knowledge and best practices, while strengthening local capacities to effectively respond to climate challenges. 2. Identify the target audience concerned by the observed problem situation. The target audience concerned by the observed problem situation includes: Citizens and residents of Liège : All the inhabitants of the city : Directly affected by air pollution problems, waste management, and the effects of climate change. Citizens also benefit from awareness-raising initiatives and support programs to adopt sustainable practices in their daily lives. [...]
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