The city of Växjö has a strong political unanimity when working towards the goal of decreasing CO2 emissions to reach a Fossil Fuel Free Växjö. The city of Växjö has since 1993 reduced its CO2 emissions by 30% down to a level of 3.2 tonnes per capita and year.
Already back in 1996, the politicians decided unanimously about the long-term vision of a fossil fuel free city. The goal covers the entire geographical area, meaning that all inhabitants, companies, NGOs and public authorities have to contribute. To reach the vision, a wide range of actions have been or will be carried out to ensure that the use of heat, power and transport is more climate-friendly. And great results can already be seen – between 1993 and 2007, the CO2 emissions per capita were reduced by 30%, down to a level of 3.2 tonnes per capita per year.
Concerning the SITE VISITS, you have the choice among 3 alternatives:
Alternative 1: ECOBUILDINGS
- Portvakten - An eight-storey massive wood house built in passive house technology
- Biskopshagen - The garden city of Växjö, dwellings with high energy performance
Alternative 2: BIOMASS ENERGY PRODUCTION
- Study visit to Biomass Plants in Växjö and sourroundings
Alternative 3: BIOFUEL
- Study visit to BSR - a high-tech company and market leader in optimization of car engines, both in terms of performance and environmental control.
- Programme:
Please download the programme here.
Participation to the site visits ONLY is free of charge.
The fee of the conference is EUR 285 per person. The fee gives you access to the conference 9-10 September and includes refreshments and lunches and a buffet at Sweden´s Museum of Glass on Wednesday evening. The fee also includes participation at one of the study visits on 11 September.
All prices include V.A.T.
- Hotels in Växjö:
You can find pre-booked rooms here.
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