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The results of our research, exchanges, field work and participative frameworks will be made available as tools that are accessible to all.

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Partner
interviews

As part of the POSEIDON Project’s mission to support the development of Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) in Mediterranean cities, we engaged our project partners in a series of interviews to reflect on their local challenges, strategies, and contributions. We asked them to share how POSEIDON supports their efforts in tackling energy, environmental, and social issues—while adapting solutions to their unique urban contexts. From municipal leaders to technical experts, their responses highlight key themes: citizen empowerment, integrated planning, climate resilience, and the importance of tailored, people-centered approaches.

Explore the interviews below to hear directly from the people shaping the future of sustainable urban living across Europe.

Interview with Benoit Garrida

In this interview, Benoit Garrige from the Municipality of Marseille shares how Marseille is advancing its energy transition, with a clear goal: carbon neutrality by 2030. He outlines the city’s main strategies and policies driving this transformation, and how POSEIDON supports Marseille in shaping ambitious, city-wide approaches to energy and emissions.
Marseille’s experience highlights the critical role of local context, strategic planning, and collaborative innovation in building resilient, sustainable cities.

Interview with Giulia Turci

Giulia Turci from the City of Cesena shares the city’s approach to regenerating a dynamic and diverse urban area, where social and environmental challenges intersect. She explains how integrating outdoor space improvements with building renovations helps Cesena respond to increasing heatwaves, and how POSEIDON supports the city in building a more cohesive strategy toward climate neutrality.
Cesena’s story is a compelling example of how local action, when supported by collaborative innovation, can lead to meaningful change.

Interview with Jaoa Dinis

João Dinis from the City of Cascais reflects on the opportunities of going carbon neutral, while openly discussing the challenges of implementing renewable energy projects locally. He also sheds light on the broader climate threats affecting Mediterranean regions, and how cities like Cascais are preparing to meet them.
Cascais’ approach highlights the importance of strategic planning, local engagement, and climate resilience. With POSEIDON, they’re turning sustainability ambitions into real-world progress.

Interview with Beril Alpagut

eril Alpagut from Demir Energy shares how their team supports POSEIDON cities in analyzing local needs and identifying suitable areas for PED development. She also unpacks key concepts behind PED “boundaries” and how tools like MCDA (Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis) can guide more informed, strategic planning for sustainable districts.
Demir Energy’s contribution helps ensure that PEDs are  practical, achievable, and responsive to local realities.

Interview with Bahanur Nasya

ahanur Nasya from Wonderland – platform for European architecture shares valuable insights into the importance of citizen engagement in the energy transition. She explains how Living Labs empower communities by creating inclusive spaces for experimentation and dialogue, and how pilot cases can build trust and open communication between citizens and decision-makers.
Wonderland’s work within POSEIDON reinforces that successful climate solutions must be people-centered, co-created, and rooted in the local context.