Keeping it fun at the Cities & Citizens Energy Forum
The Cities & Citizens Energy Forum is a unique
opportunity to learn about new engagement tools, successful projects and
experiences from energy transition pioneers. During the different sessions, you
will be able to discuss with local and European representatives how to reach
ambitious climate and energy objectives together. However, we are making sure
you will also have some fun and discover Heerlen, our host city!
During the week of the Forum, you will have the
chance to…
Visit Heerlen and the
local energy company Mijnwater
Heerlen City Council
will offer different tours to the Forum’s participants on Wednesday 22 and
Friday 24 April.
- Did you know that Heerlen has Roman origins? You will be able to see ancient remains and learn about the city’s mining history during one of the city-walks.
- If you are more into modern art, don’t miss the street art tours or the visits to the modern “Moon District”…Art is everywhere in Heerlen, if you know where to look.
- The company Mijnwater has developed a unique low temperature heating and cooling network across the city, using the geothermal energy of flooded coalmines. For this visit, they will open the doors to some of their facilities and energy stations. A great occasion to learn about this innovative renewable energy technology!
Meet the locals for
dinner
The Forum’s moderator Eugene Quinn from Space &
Place has developed the concept of Social Dining and successfully tested it in different
cities. On the night of April 22nd, you can live like a local and
get a sense of place in Heerlen. At the same time, this dinner will be a unique
opportunity for locals to hear about your hometown! It will make for a
conversation adventure, and a useful exchange of ideas.
Enter one of the local
museums
Are you thinking about spending the weekend in
the area? The city is offering to each Forum’s participant a free ticket to
access one of the many local museums. From modern and contemporary art, to Hoensbroek
medieval castle or the Roman bathhouses…Plenty of options to learn a little bit
about Heerlen’s long and fascinating history.
Learn about local
electricity production thanks to an exhibition
With the project “La Pile”, the association
City Mine(d) identified 14 electricity pioneers of today. An exhibition
launched in May 2019 shows their achievements, ambitions and bottlenecks. We
are bringing this exhibition to Heerlen with the help of the municipality. Don’t
miss the opportunity to learn about great examples of electricity production at
local level!
Want to know more?
Check out the Side Events page on the Cities & Citizens Energy
Forum Website
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