Climate-resilient urban resource management using the example of Zukunftshof and Rothneusiedl
Initial situation and problems
KLIMUR intends to contribute to the development of resilient climate-neutral urban districts with high resource and energy efficiency, increased use of renewable energy sources and a high quality of life. Furthermore, it is intended to contribute to the optimization and adaptation of urban infrastructure and service provision. The high resource consumption of the currently prevailing linear production and use system is a major barrier to sustainable development.
Aim of the project
The case study Zukunftshof will be used to explore the possibilities of turning an old farm into a lighthouse project for innovative urban agriculture and climate-smart circular economy. The Zukunftshof shall be the starting point for a sustainable circular energy and resource system for the urban development area Rothneusiedl in the south of Vienna.
For this purpose, KLIMUR develops the methodology and instruments to accompany the planning and decision-making processes for the realization of local Resources circular economy (energy, food, water) and integrated district energy concepts. In addition to energy flows (heating, cooling and electricity), resource flows (biomass, nutrients and water) are determined, analyzed and simulated at Zukunftshof.
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The multi-criteria optimization and evaluation models used in this process allow assessments with regard to ecological and energetic indicators and take into account economic framework conditions of the realization variants.
Partially conflicting goals are presented and discussed in the planning and coordination process with the stakeholders. From this, possible development scenarios for the Zukunftshof and for the Rothneusiedl district will be derived.
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Expected project results
- Qualitative and quantitative spatial-temporal analyses for the implementation of the Zukunftshof development concept, with the aim of obtaining a sound basis for realization decisions during the planning and implementation process.
- Estimation of possible development scenarios for the Zukunftshof and their interaction with the future urban development area Rothneusiedl.
- Financing strategies for the realization of the demonstration project.
- A roadmap for implementing the development scenarios at the Zukunftshof.
Project consortium
Funding
This project is funded by the BMK. www.ffg.at
