RenewMap – Cross-border Renewable
Energy Potential Mapping

"A cross-border region where rivers connect"

RenewMap develops a GIS-based renewable energy potential mapping system across the Hungarian–Croatian border region. The platform integrates environmental potential datasets and supports data-driven energetic assessments and investment decisions.

What is RenewMap?

GIS-based Mapping System

Development of a scalable GIS database covering four Hungarian and four Croatian counties, with potential for national-level extension.

Renewable Energy Potentials

Integrated datasets:

  • Biogas facilities
  • Geothermal wells
  • Solar energy potential
  • Aggregated regional statistics
  • Polygon or radius-based spatial modelling

Modular & Scalable Architecture

  • Multi-table optimized structure
  • External data source integration
  • Indexed spatial queries
  • Annual update logic

RenewMap GIS Infrastructure

Potential data stroctures

Comprehensive settlement and point-based location data covering the entire cross-border region with detailed geographic coordinates and administrative boundaries.

Aggregated calculated data

Processed and calculated statistics without raw data exposure, ensuring data protection while providing meaningful insights for decision-making.

Croatian Partner Property-Level Data

Detailed property-level information integrated from Croatian partners, enabling precise cross-border analysis and planning capabilities.

Spatial Modelling Logic

Advanced polygon and radius-based spatial modelling capabilities for flexible analysis of renewable energy potential across different geographic scales.

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Interactive Cross-Border GIS Map

Launching during project implementation phase

Investment Support Application

RenewMap develops a rule-based application that evaluates a property's energetic profile

Input Parameters

Building Type
Residential, commercial, industrial classification
Size
Total floor area and volume calculations
Current Energy Condition
Insulation level, heating system, energy efficiency
Location-based Renewable Potential
Solar, geothermal, biomass availability

Tool Capabilities

Calculates Investment Costs
Detailed cost breakdown based on current market prices and projected growth indexes
Estimates Return Periods
ROI calculations considering energy savings and renewable generation
Suggests Phased Improvements
Prioritized recommendations (e.g., insulation first, then renewable integration)

News & Project Updates

Transparency and communication requirements

Professional meeting room with Hungarian and Croatian flags, cross-border cooperation, institutional setting
Meeting December 15, 2024

Bi-weekly Cross-border Coordination

Hungarian and Croatian teams conducted online coordination meeting to discuss GIS data integration progress and upcoming milestones.

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Technical December 8, 2024

Database Structure Finalization

MariaDB architecture completed with optimized multi-table structure and spatial indexing for efficient cross-border queries.

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GIS mapping visualization on computer screens, spatial data analysis, professional work environment
Decision November 28, 2024

GIS Modelling Approach Defined

Team finalized spatial modelling methodology combining polygon and radius-based approaches for renewable energy potential analysis.

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Integration November 20, 2024

Croatian Partner Data Integration

Detailed property-level data from Croatian partners successfully integrated into the unified cross-border database system.

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Workshop November 12, 2024

Pécs Office Workshop Session

Monthly in-person coordination meeting held in Pécs focusing on assessment tool development and calculation methodology refinement.

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Social media content creation, LinkedIn Facebook posts, digital communication, professional workspace
Communication November 5, 2024

Social Media Campaign Launch

Weekly research-based content series initiated across LinkedIn and Facebook platforms to enhance project visibility and stakeholder engagement.

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Project Partners

Lead Partner

Institution Team
Croatian research institution building, modern architecture, professional photography

Croatian Energy Institute

Leading research institution providing detailed property-level data and expertise in renewable energy assessment methodologies for the Croatian border region.

Property-level data integration
Regional renewable energy expertise
Cross-border data harmonization
Methodology validation and testing

Croatian Partner

Institution Team
Croatian research institution building, modern architecture, professional photography

Croatian Energy Institute

Leading research institution providing detailed property-level data and expertise in renewable energy assessment methodologies for the Croatian border region.

Property-level data integration
Regional renewable energy expertise
Cross-border data harmonization
Methodology validation and testing

Asociated Partner

Institution Team

Croatian Energy Institute

Leading research institution providing detailed property-level data and expertise in renewable energy assessment methodologies for the Croatian border region.

Asociated Partner

Institution Team

Croatian Energy Institute

Leading research institution providing detailed property-level data and expertise in renewable energy assessment methodologies for the Croatian border region.

Property-level data integration
Regional renewable energy expertise
Cross-border data harmonization
Methodology validation and testing

Cross-border Coordination

Bi-weekly Online Meetings

Regular English-language coordination sessions between Hungarian and Croatian teams

Monthly In-person Sessions

Face-to-face coordination meetings held in Pécs office for detailed planning and decision-making

Project-financed Travel

Cross-border travel expenses covered by project budget to ensure effective collaboration

Knowledge Sharing & Public Communication

Social Media Strategy

Weekly Research-based Posts
Regular content sharing project progress, technical insights, and renewable energy research findings
LinkedIn Presence
Professional network engagement targeting stakeholders, researchers, and policy makers
Facebook Community
Public outreach and community engagement for broader awareness and transparency

Communication Plan

Milestone-aligned Activities
Communication activities synchronized with project deliverables and key achievements
Public Transparency
Regular progress updates ensuring accountability and stakeholder awareness
Stakeholder Engagement
Targeted communication with municipalities, energy agencies, and regional authorities

Documents & Downloads

Project Reports

Technical and progress reports

Methodology Docs

Technical methodology papers

Deliverables

Official project deliverables

Communication

Promotional materials

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Project Compliance Statement

Co-funded by the European Union through the Interreg VI-A Hungary–Croatia Programme.

The content of this website represents the views of the author only and is his/her sole responsibility. The Interreg VI-A Hungary-Croatia Programme, the European Commission and the Managing Authority do not accept any responsibility for use that may be made of the information it contains.

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