Solution Tested:

Why this pilot?

The pilot aimed to test the applicability of the LOGREENER Toolkit in a receiver municipality and assess how it can support local authorities in strengthening sustainable energy planning and the transition toward more efficient and low-carbon energy systems.
Municipalities in B&H face challenges related to high energy consumption in public buildings and infrastructure, rising energy costs, and the need to gradually align with European climate and energy objectives. However, many local authorities still lack structured tools and practical methodologies that can support the assessment of current energy use, identification of efficiency opportunities, and development of more strategic local energy policies.
The selected municipality provided a suitable testing environment as it reflects the typical conditions faced by many local authorities in the region.
Testing the LOGREENER Toolkit allowed exploring how the solution can support municipalities in analysing their current energy situation, identifying potential measures for improving energy efficiency, and strengthening local capacities for planning and implementing sustainable energy actions. The pilot also aimed to gather feedback from local users to ensure that the toolkit can be effectively applied in real municipal planning processes and adapted to the needs of similar territories.

What was done?

The pilot focused on testing and validating the LOGREENER Toolkit in the receiver municipality as a support instrument for local energy planning and sustainable energy management.
The main activities implemented during the pilot included:
-Initial assessment of the local energy context, including a review of existing municipal strategies and current practices related to energy management and sustainability planning.
-Introduction and presentation of the LOGREENER Toolkit to municipal representatives and technical staff
-Application of selected toolkit components to analyse the municipality’s current situation and identify potential opportunities for improving energy efficiency and supporting the transition toward more sustainable energy systems.
-Collection and review of available local data, including information on energy consumption in municipal facilities and infrastructure
-Engagement of municipal staff and relevant stakeholders through discussions and working sessions
-Evaluation of the toolkit’s usability, collecting feedback from municipal representatives regarding the practicality, clarity, and usefulness of the toolkit
Through these activities, the pilot provided an opportunity to test how the toolkit can support municipalities in strengthening their capacity for more structured and strategic energy planning

What are the results?

The pilot demonstrated the practical applicability of the LOGREENER Toolkit as a support tool for municipalities seeking to strengthen local energy planning and sustainable energy management practices.
Key results include:
• Successful testing of the toolkit within the municipal administration
• Improved understanding of municipal energy consumption patterns which provides a stronger basis for future planning and decision-making.
• Increased awareness among municipal staff regarding the importance of structured energy planning, energy efficiency measures, and long-term sustainability strategies.
• Identification of potential priority actions to reducing energy consumption and improving EE within the municipality, particularly in relation to public buildings and municipal services.
• Strengthened institutional capacity within the municipality to approach energy planning in a more systematic and evidence-based manner.
• Contribution to alignment with European energy and climate policy objectives, by supporting local authorities in exploring practical approaches to improving EE and reducing environmental impacts.
Overall, the pilot confirmed that the LOGREENER Toolkit can serve as a useful instrument for municipalities seeking to improve their energy planning practices and support the transition toward more sustainable local energy systems.

What others can learn from this Pilot?

The pilot generated several insights that may support other municipalities interested in strengthening their local energy planning and sustainable energy management practices.
Key lessons include:
• Institutional engagement is essential – active involvement of municipal staff and decision-makers is crucial for successfully applying new planning tools and integrating them into local governance processes.
• Data availability improves the quality of analysis, although even limited data can provide valuable insights when structured tools are used to interpret and organise available information.
• Capacity building is an important component of the process
• Flexibility of the toolkit is a key advantage, allowing municipalities with different capacities, resources, and policy contexts to adapt the approach to their specific needs.
• Pilot testing in real municipal environments is crucial, as it helps identify practical challenges, refine the tools, and ensure that solutions are relevant for local administrations.
For municipalities interested in replicating the approach, it is recommended to ensure strong institutional support, involve technical staff early in the process, and allocate time for data collection and internal coordination.