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## A Sustainable Future Takes Shape: Italy's First Smart Community in Anguillara Sabazia
Nestled in the picturesque municipality of Anguillara Sabazia, province of Rome, Italy, a pioneering initiative is underway. This is no ordinary project; it's Italy's first Smart Community, situated near the tranquil Lake Bracciano. The vision behind this community is one that harmoniously blends technology, sustainability, and community engagement to elevate the quality of life for its residents while minimising environmental impact.
At the heart of this Smart Community is an energy community, a key component driving its operations. This energy community is designed to optimise energy consumption, relying predominantly on renewable energy sources and smart grid technologies. By doing so, it significantly reduces reliance on non-renewable energy sources, thereby lessening the community's carbon footprint.
The energy community also encourages active participation from the residents, who are integral to managing and benefiting from local renewable energy generation. This fosters a sense of ownership and cooperation, promoting a culture of sustainability and shared responsibility within the community.
Innovation and technology play a pivotal role in the Smart Community's operations. Advanced technologies such as smart grids and energy storage systems enable efficient energy distribution and consumption, supporting the community's transition towards a more sustainable future.
The Smart Community's commitment to sustainability extends beyond its energy practices. By focusing on renewable energy and reducing energy waste, the community contributes to a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. This aligns with broader national and international climate goals, underscoring the community's dedication to preserving the environment.
Stefano Pizzuti, head of the division of tools and services for Critical Infrastructures and Energy Communities at Enea, emphasises the agency's role in the management of the Smart Community's critical infrastructures and energy communities[2]. Enea, the Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy, and Sustainable Economic Development, is driving this initiative, highlighting the importance of integrating sustainability into community development models.
For those interested in learning more about this innovative project, the website's English department is available for feedback[4]. This 2-minute read provides a glimpse into a future where technology and sustainability work hand-in-hand to create a better life for all.
[1] Enea Press Release: "Smart Community in Anguillara Sabazia: Enea's New Project for the Management of Critical Infrastructures and Energy Communities" (link not provided)
[2] Stefano Pizzuti, Head of the division of tools and services for Critical Infrastructures and Energy Communities at Enea, personal communication, 2021.
[3] Enea Website: "Smart Community in Anguillara Sabazia" (link not provided)
[4] Contact Information for the Smart Community's English department (link not provided)
- The energy community in Italy's first Smart Community, located in Anguillara Sabazia, primarily relies on renewable energy sources and smart grid technologies, encouraging resident participation for local renewable energy generation and promotion of a culture of sustainability.
- The Smart Community's operations are heavily influenced by innovation and technology, with advanced technologies such as smart grids and energy storage systems enabling efficient energy distribution and consumption.
- The Smart Community's commitment to sustainability, through its focus on renewable energy and energy efficiency, contributes significantly to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with national and international climate goals.
