Sofia will play a leading role in setting ambitious goals for reducing carbon emissions, as 40% of the country’s gross domestic product is generated there. Therefore, the topic of sustainable energy is included in a number of strategic development goals related to the economy, environment and transport in the Sofia Municipality.
Green technology and clean energy in Sofia
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Clean air and energy
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Replacement of solid fuel appliances in over 28 000 households.
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Installation of electrostatic filters and promotion of alternative sources (air conditioners, gas, pellets).
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Projects for financing: LIFE IP Clean Air, OP “Environment”.
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Sustainable mobility and transport
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Purchase of electric vehicles and charging stations.
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Metro expansion and new tram lines.
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Development of cycle paths, pedestrian zones and Park & Ride systems.
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Low emission zones by 2025
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Green infrastructure and land use
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Project “Green Ring” – 32 km green corridor connecting parks and neighborhoods.
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“New Forest of Sofia” – 125,000 trees on 225 dekas.
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“Green Sofia” – renovated over 1465 spaces between blocks.
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Shared parks in schools and kindergartens.
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Water Resources Management
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Main source: dam. Iskar (80% of the water for the city).
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Digital monitoring and sensor systems for water quality.
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Civic initiatives – “Fountains in Bulgaria”, “Rivers of Sofia”.
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Center for Biodiversity on River. Iskar.
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Waste and circular economy
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Mechanical-biological treatment plant (410,000 t/year).
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Biowaste plant – compost and electricity.
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Online recycling platform (waste.sofia.bg).
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Volunteer initiatives – “Caps for the Future”, textile recycling.
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Climate and energy efficiency
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Target: -40% greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 , climate neutrality by 2050 g.
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Investments: 463 million euros in energy efficiency, RES and smart infrastructure.
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Renovated 114 buildings (2017–2020) with saved 44.8 million kWh per year.
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Civic Participation and Digitalization
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Program “Sofia Chooses” – Citizens’ Vote for Sustainable Projects.
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Platforms: waste.sofia.bg, EdnoDarvo.io (tree map).
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Sofia Coin – a digital tool to stimulate sustainable mobility.
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Vision for Sofia – 2050.
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The greenest capital in Europe, clean air and water.
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Circular economy and energy balance.
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Preferred public and shared transport.
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Over 400 public events and 10,000 citizens in the process of preparation.
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Sources: Energo Investment, Energo-pro
