Take part in a survey on Smart Cities – Bulgaria, Croatia, Spain, Germany, UK
Take part in the scientific research survey to explore the skills held by potential leader organisation within Smart Energy Cities.
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Fraunhofer ISE is conducting scientific research on behalf of the iUrban European Project. The survey explores the skills held by potential leader organisations within Smart Energy Cities, especially in Bulgaria, Croatia, Spain, Germany and the UK.
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