Initial point
According to the Prognos study, Wolfsburg is one of the most dynamic cities in Germany. However, the housing shortage and the resulting 70,000 commuters a day are enormous challenges. Within the framework of a long-term programme of the city of Wolfsburg called “Wohnen & Bauen Master Plan 2020”, the aim is to gradually create at least 6,000 residential units within the current city limits over the next few years. Approximately 4000 of these announced residential units will result from three new residential districts in the eastern part of the city: Hellwinkel Ost, Steimker Gärten and Nordsteimke-Hehlingen. Within the framework of the Master Plan 2020 the municipality aims to implement pioneering pilot projects with ambitious standards regarding climate protection.
Research Aim
Based on innovative, decentralised supply concepts for urban functional units (districts, blocks, buildings) the development of a comprehensive concept for holistic and networked energy supply in the eastern part of the city is being pursued. The concepts will be implemented as flagship projects.
In order to reach our goal, the networking of local stakeholders will be organised. This enables the creation of synergies and creates an interface for urban framework research. On the other hand, already existing and new districts will be systemically networked. Amongst others, key aspects are the development of energy efficiency standards and the integration of sustainable energy supply in a Smart Grind. Furthermore, the concept MICRO CITY will be tested in cooperation with VOLKSWAGEN future research.
Aims of the Institute of Economics
The main focus of economic research is the analysis of urban structure and the development of new operator models for networked energy supply. At first a regional economic model of Wolfsburg will be established and supported with data. This enables the analysis of the socio-economic impact triggered by the establishment of new city districts and provides relevant parameters for further research. The second step addresses the consequences of a decentralised energy supply on the energy market and operator models.
Project run-time
01.08.2015 - 31.07.2019
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External co-operation partner