/ SUSTAINABLE URBAN DEVELOPMENT

Today, municipalities are making decisions that will shape their spaces for decades to come, while facing overheating cities, the dominance of motorised traffic, polluted air, limited funds and the diverse expectations of residents.

FROM SPATIAL VISION TO REAL-WORLD TESTING: SOLUTIONS PROVEN BEFORE INVESTMENT

Sustainable urban development depends on thoughtfully redesigned public spaces, high-quality greenery, less motorised traffic, climate-resilient infrastructure and spatial plans that take the consequences of climate change into account. None of these can be addressed in isolation, as every spatial decision has consequences for energy, health and quality of life. That is why a systemic approach that connects space, climate, energy, mobility and public participation is key to success.

In delivering sustainable urban development, we pursue the goals of climate neutrality, climate change adaptation and a high quality of life. Spatial analysis and GIS are the foundation of every decision we make, as they show how a space works today, where its greatest weaknesses lie and where the opportunities are. We involve residents, experts and decision-makers from the very beginning, not only when final solutions are presented, because we believe good spatial decisions are built on quality data and collaboration with the public.

Our expert work includes developing spatial visions, preparing plans and feasibility studies, and testing solutions in a real-world setting before the municipality invests. We monitor and evaluate the effects of pilot interventions, so the municipality knows before making a decision what has worked in practice and what needs improvement. Because we support the municipality from vision to implementation, knowledge and data are not lost between individual phases and contractors. Municipalities thus gain solutions proven in practice, an expert basis for spatial plans, lower investment risk, public support before implementation, and easier access to EU and national funding.

SERVICES

Based on our own research, we develop digital tools, models and methodologies that enable clients to plan and make decisions more accurately in the fields of energy, climate and the environment.

Development of advanced sustainability tools and methodologies

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Development of digital tools and platforms for monitoring sustainability indicators (e.g. Energy and Climate Atlas, Digital Local Energy Concept).
Development of methodologies for assessing climate risks, emissions and energy potential.
Testing and validation of new approaches prior to their implementation in practice.

We focus on developing comprehensive environmental strategies and studies to preserve, improve, and reduce ecological footprints. Our approach combines services that connect and form a coherent and effective system to enable environmental stability and sustainability.

Strategic Development and Management

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Development of Municipal environmental protection programs
Strategies for reducing the ecological footprint
Development of a Cadastre of city vegetation
Development of Wood biomass potential
Evaluation of environmental policies
Black carbon measurements
Environmental impact assessment, life cycle assessment of products and services
Support in the Implementation of environmental regulations
Creation of a Polluter cadastre
Development of emission inventory
Preparation of sustainable reports and reporting e.g. CDP/ICLEI, SECAP, and NetZero Cities.

We provide comprehensive strategic planning to help regions and municipalities strengthen their resilience to climate change. Our services include the development of regional and local adaptation strategies and action plans, supported by detailed assessments of climate risks and vulnerabilities. We ensure that climate goals are meaningfully integrated into development strategies and spatial planning documents, enabling sustainable and future-oriented growth.

Integrated Strategic Planning

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Preparation of regional and local climate change adaptation strategies and action plans
Preparation of SECAPs - Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plans
Climate vulnerability and risk assessments
Integration of climate objectives into development and spatial planning documents

Based on analyses of existing conditions and the needs of the local community, we develop clear guidelines for the development of urban areas and neighbourhoods. We help municipalities integrate climate, environmental and sustainability criteria into their spatial plans, turning them into a tool for climate change adaptation.

Spatial Visions and Urban Planning

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Development of masterplans and spatial visions for urban areas and neighbourhoods.
Preparation of urban design guidelines.
Integration of climate, environmental and sustainability criteria into spatial plans (shares of green and permeable surfaces, requirements for shading and stormwater retention, guidelines for sustainable mobility, etc.).

We develop custom software solutions that automate, optimise and monitor processes in the fields of environment, energy, climate change, mobility, spatial planning and real estate. This enables municipalities, companies and public institutions to make faster, cheaper and more reliable decisions.

Software Development and Process Automation

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Development of software solutions for process automation, optimisation and monitoring.
Management and processing of data in the fields of environment, energy, climate change, mobility, spatial planning and real estate.
Stakeholder engagement through digital tools and platforms.
Automated greenhouse gas emissions inventory.

We specialise in energy efficiency and cost reduction in various sectors, including energy, transport, industry, and buildings. We offer comprehensive solutions in renewable energy sources and advanced technologies, such as energy storage, smart grids, transition to low-temperature systems, and connecting energy systems (heat, electricity).

Comprehensive engineering services

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Identification of renewable energy potential and implementation of technologies and other energy sources that lead to decarbonisation
Municipal energy management (e.g. Energy manager)
Development of Energy audits
PHPP studies
Technical assistance (e.g. deep energy retrofit, establishing energy communities), and other with the areas related consulting.

We support environmental projects with an integrated approach that includes the development of software solutions and precise analysis and visualisation.

Digitalization and GIS

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

We develop strategic development documents and studies in the energy field (analyses, action plans, vulnerability and risk assessment, resilience). We specialise in decarbonisation projects and achieving net-zero emissions in systems and cities, including complex studies of energy systems, their integration into spatial plans, and their impact on various aspects of development.

Strategic Development and Management

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Development of:

Local energy concepts
Sustainable energy and climate programs
Adaptation strategies
Risk and vulnerability studies
Decarbonisation of energy systems
GHG emissions inventories
Energy balances
And preparation of sustainability reports and reporting, e.g., CDP/ICLEI, SECAP, and NetZero Cities.

Through spatial analysis, we identify vulnerable areas such as heat islands and flood-prone zones, and plan solutions for them that reduce overheating, retain stormwater and improve quality of life. We redesign streets and town centres in favour of pedestrians, cyclists and public transport, reducing the pressure of car traffic on public space.

Climate-Resilient Public Space

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Identification of vulnerable areas (heat islands, flood-prone zones).
Development of blue-green infrastructure and nature-based solutions plans.
Conceptual designs for climate-resilient streets, squares and parks.
Redesigning streets and town centres in favour of sustainable mobility.

We use GIS technologies for spatial analysis and data visualisation, giving clients a better overview of conditions on the ground and a basis for expert, sustainable decision-making.

GIS Analysis, Mapping and Data Visualisation

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Spatial analysis and visualisation of environmental, energy and climate data.
Production of heat maps for cities and municipalities.
Mapping the potential of renewable energy sources (RES) and district heating systems.
Vegetation mapping and production of tree and green infrastructure cadastres at the municipal or national level.
Dynamic display of the urban heat island based on real-time measurements (Urban Heat Island Measurements product).

Our team conducts both qualitative and quantitative analyses to support effective climate action. We calculate carbon footprints for sectors, companies, municipalities, and other organisations, and prepare greenhouse gas emission inventories to guide decarbonisation strategies. We also assess the climate resilience of infrastructure (“climate proofing”) and ensure compliance with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) principle. Through these activities, we help clients identify opportunities to reduce emissions, increase efficiency, and build long-term resilience.

Climate Mitigation and Adaptation Analyses

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:

Carbon footprint calculation for sectors, companies, municipalities, and organisations
Greenhouse gas emission inventories and reporting
Climate proofing of infrastructure projects
Assessment of compliance with the “Do No Significant Harm” (DNSH) principle

As a consortium member, we participate in national and European research projects (e.g. Horizon Europe, LIFE), where we contribute our expertise and develop solutions to real-world challenges faced by the public and private sectors.