If you are not able to see this mail, click http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/mr/FQKHpmF90KwtPl4WzlU21AUAvnBJiIb8W9lq04inNNkYA5YZeYBtvAF3t7oVKWIBQOVGbKcEcrMYCJhI3Lbr9wyNWOK-XBqNqdSIEPKKUu4ahw[ ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/p7T9ln5m83zNXr6fRHpBjmEFIIq2In8a1Ci... ) Sustainable Places 2020 (SP2020) Europe’s #1 destination for dissemination of research, collaboration, networking and the creation of market opportunities.  Join us for the 8th edition of Sustainable Places! 3-5 June 2020 / Aix-les-Bains, France Introducing SP2020 Silver Sponsor ENGIE Lab   [ ENGIE Lab CRIGEN ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/5oR8zwCmksslpicX8DGnLkOg3yt9II8QCFs... ), part of the ENGIE Labs network, is ENGIE Group’s corporate center for R&D and high-level expertise devoted to new energy resources (hydrogen, biogas and gas liquefaction), new energy uses in towns and cities, the buildings and industries of tomorrow and emerging technologies (computer sciences and Al, drones and robots, nanotechnologies and sensors).   At Sustainable Places 2020, ENGIE will introduce [ PLATOON ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/-VFg5js7B475pjdPOXu-LItD4aPkKwFPwUA... ) - Digital PLAtform and analytic TOOls for eNergy – a H2020 project coordinated by its teams which will support the European efforts for modernisation of the European electricity grid, while offering access to cheaper and sustainable energy for energy consumers and maximising social welfare.   COVID-19 update   In relation to the COVID-19 outbreak, at this stage it is not envisaged to move the conference dates. However the organisation committee is closely monitoring the situation and will reassess the situation by the end of April. We strongly advise SP2020 delegates to book their travels with flexible tariffs in case the event would eventually be postponed​. We hope not !   We remain available to answer your questions at [ sustainableplaces@r2msolution.com ]( mailto:sustainableplaces@r2msolution.com )    Integration of renewables in DHC for Sustainable Living   There is a large potential to integrate substantial shares of renewable energy sources in district heating and/or cooling systems, reducing dependency of DHC on fossil fuels and ultimately leading to a more efficient and sustainable energy system.   A number of EU funded projects are currently working on this topic. The objective of the workshop is to share WEDISTRICT project concept with other sister projects and interested stakeholders in order to exchange new ideas, lessons learnt from implementation, proposals about the successful integration of renewable technologies in DHC.   Participating projects : [ WEDISTRICT ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/Z9PtEHmF3MC5fgxNCNfoIMZSvnxX7-1SIGl... ), [ REWARDHeat ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/lYwYYFRzp7ZW35o5MC4V-eufdkPjchoT0RU... ), [ RELaTED ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/csZpLeCtkfQbtu43r-Y1aWbl0Lp1OkBaZ_7... ), [ INDIGO ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/3WxFcUFGyABPqQU9pUsiDyz88F9f2LIy50q... ).   Chair of the workshop: [ Maria Victoria Cambronero Vazquez ]( mailto:mvcambronero@acciona.com ) (ACCIONA)   Introducing first SP2020 Keynote Speakers   We are honoured to present our first confirmed SP2020 keynote speakers:   Margot Pinault, Policy Officer, European Commission, Directorate General for Energy, Unit C.3- Energy Efficiency Policy and Financing Max Schulze, Chairman of the Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance e.V. Christophe Ménézo, Deputy head of Solar Academy Graduate School, Vice Chancellor of University Savoie Mont Blanc in Charge of Real Estate and Energy Transition  Simon PERRAUD, Deputy Director, CEA Liten    Read further about their short bios and a get a teaser of their speech [ here ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/MmMYNX4dxGQb3UR30lheKwhKF6TNQOUhTAL... ).   INES National Institute of Solar Energy [ ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/a3SE2YeTjslLYALBVYflL30bszMq4ovNUEQ... )   INES, the French National Institute of Solar Energy, is the host of SP2020 together with CEA and the Savoie Mont-Blanc University. It is the reference center in France, and one of the first in Europe, dedicated to research, innovation and training on solar energy.    Discover the latest INES video presentation [ here ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/m-OpDkZeTYuEYXclTgYRq-T81kO3rUecD5L... ).   Exclusive visits of INES industrial facilities will be offered to SP2020 delegates. Places are limited, hence we recommend to contact us to make sure we reserve a place for you.   Early-bird registration closes soon! Fee schedule (VAT Inclusive)   Early-bird rate (until 31 March) | 380 EUR standard rate (April to June) | 430 EUR 5+ Registration multipack (until 8 May) | 330 EUR/each Student, Press | 200 EUR   [ Take advantage of the SP2020 early-bird discount ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/kAlRK4wDxxsaXgQqpUE_j5RQmaTSiS-sqRp... ) SP2020 is organized by:     French alternative energy and atomic energy Commission     National Institute of Solar Energy         R2M Solution     University Savoie Mont Blanc         Graduate School Solar Academy     Polytech Annecy Chambery     SP2020 is sponsored by: SDIA (Green Sponsor)   The [ SDIA ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/7FLRfKQnCc23Esgp2CmphyFFgkuWEJIlW2w... ) - Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance e.V. - is an inter-industry association enabling collaboration in sustainable, zero impact digital infrastructure that is accessible to the next-generation of innovators. The SDIA strives to bring together companies, individuals and governments to advocate and realize key initiatives such as heat-reuse, smarter power consumption and efficient use of resources.   ENGIE Lab (Silver Sponsor) Sponsorship opportunities   Sponsors may elect a general (green or silver) sponsorship, to sponsor various parts of the event (e.g. lunch or coffee break) or registration packages that make possible local or student registrations. We welcome industrials to get involved in the support of this event and platform. All sponsors will be featured in SP2020 promotional literature and are welcome to display materials in the foyer areas.   “Please contact us to learn about sponsorship opportunities. You download the [ sponsorship brochure ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/DaLMDtTQy_WF4f_dfDhF-Zozk0YlLA_PqV6... ) and email the organisers at [ sustainableplaces@r2msolution.com ]( mailto:sustainableplaces@r2msolution.com?subject=Newsletter%202%20reply )   Publication opportunities     Buildings (peer-reviewed)   Should contributors wish to be considered for a full-length (7-9 pages) journal submission, they should check the appropriate CfP application option.   SP2019 Buildings issue   Proceedings (not peer-reviewed)   All contribution types (e.g. posters, workshops, presentations, etc.) can write a 4-6 page summary to be included in the SP2020 Proceedings edition.   SP2019 Proceedings edition     [ Learn more about Sustainable Places at www.sustainableplaces.eu ]( http://2tuoh.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/08cCSmyCi_mQsVckkTDQk2yVUjTSgsbXTze... )  Sustainable Places does not spam. 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