On 3 June, Salamanca hosted the DPA Forum Salamanca, an annual innovation forum dedicated to architecture, construction, and rehabilitation. The event brought together more than 20 construction companies and 60 participants, creating a focused space for exchanging practical solutions, technical resources, and applied innovation for real-world projects.
With a strong emphasis on energy efficiency and R&D, the forum provided an ideal setting to explore how emerging technologies and integrated design approaches are reshaping urban environments. Architecture-focused sessions encouraged dialogue on sustainable construction practices and district-scale solutions that go beyond individual buildings.
InterPED’s Contribution to the Discussion
During the event, Giroa Veolia presented the InterPED project as a concrete example of how cross-vector energy management and digital interoperability can support the development of Positive Energy Districts (PEDs). The presentation highlighted how coordinated management of electricity, heating, mobility, and local renewable generation can significantly improve the energy performance of buildings when addressed at district level.
InterPED also demonstrated how interoperable digital platforms enable exchanges between districts, supporting flexibility, energy sharing, and more efficient use of local resources.
Linking Innovation to Practice
By participating in DPA Forum Salamanca, InterPED strengthened its engagement with professionals from the construction and urban development sectors, reinforcing the importance of integrated energy planning as a key component of sustainable urban transformation.The event underlined that achieving energy-efficient and climate-ready cities requires not only innovative technologies, but also collaboration across disciplines—from architecture and construction to digital systems and energy management.