In 2023, the City of Bydgoszcz, as an active participant in the DUET project, engaged in activities related to the European Climate Initiative (EUKI). The series of events they participated in aimed to strengthen cooperation and build new skills useful for project implementation.
Inaugural Event of EUKI Community
The first event attended by city representatives was the inaugural meeting of the EUKI community, which took place on January 10, 2023. It brought together current EUKI project implementers, encouraging the submission of innovative project ideas. The goal was not only to introduce the community but also to allow project presentations, facilitate networking, and explore synergies between different initiatives.
Discussion on EU Funding and Climate Neutrality
Another significant event took place on March 27, 2023, focusing on the topic of European Union funding and achieving climate neutrality. Representatives from Hungary, Bulgaria, Slovenia, and Poland discussed the impact of current EU funding systems on climate goals. The primary objective was to identify opportunities and emerging obstacles in the effective implementation of EU funds and support the discussion on realizing the EU budget in Central and Eastern Europe.
Communication Training
In March, an excellent opportunity came up to participate in a communication training. The program covered various aspects of communication, such as creating appropriate narratives, identifying target audiences and communication planning strategies. The acquired knowledge allowed the reflection on how to utilize these new skills in the context of implementing climate and energy-related projects.
EUKI Study Visit to Brussels 2023
Another important milestone was the study visit to Brussels, which took place in June 2023. It included experts and climate and energy advocates from Central and Eastern Europe. During this trip, capacity-building sessions, meetings with EU stakeholders and a field trip were held, aimed at seeing a local energy project focused on climate ambitions and energy transition.