On September 18, 2024, the Flemish Heat Pump Platform Symposium took place in Brussels, focusing on “Sustainable Heat for Cities.” The event was held at the beautifully renovated Buildwise building, engineered by Boydens Engineering (now Sweco), and brought together various stakeholders committed to advancing sustainable heating solutions.
Key Highlights:
- Organizational Leadership: Wim Boydenswas the co-chair of the Flemish Heat Pump Platform. He played a pivotal role in organizing the symposium and moderated the morning session, which included insights from parallel discussions.
- Project Presentation: Glenn Reynders was part of the organizing committee and presented the SEEDS project.
- Moderated Discussions: Lieve Helsen moderated a significant session on system integration within urban environments, highlighting the importance of cohesive strategies for implementing heat pump technologies.
Representatives from Leuven, Ghent, and Antwerp shared their visions for sustainable heating. The symposium served as a platform for manufacturers, practitioners, associations, and researchers to discuss their plans and actions. The atmosphere was charged with positive energy and a collective willingness to act, culminating in a strong call for policymakers to facilitate these initiatives.
The event not only emphasized the urgency of transitioning to sustainable heating solutions but also fostered collaboration among various sectors. Participants left inspired by the shared commitment to enhancing urban sustainability through innovative heat pump technologies, feeling the positive dynamics and willingness to act in the field boosted the whole audience … a warm call to the policymakers to act as facilitators!
