This project, conducted in partnership with the Gabrovo Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) and Norwegian collaborator PRIOS Kompetanse AS, endeavors to raise awareness among Gabrovo's SMEs about the advantages of adopting carbon neutrality and enhancing energy productivity. The project's overarching goal is to build the capacity of both the SMEs and GCCI, enabling them to actively contribute to sustainable economic development, efficient resource utilization, and the promotion of bilateral cooperation with Norway.

Achieving this requires a series of key activities, including:

- Project Management

- Networking Ativities

- Capacity Building

The project will enhance collaboration between the two organizations and involve stakeholders from both countries, including Bulgarian SMEs and Norwegian private entities. It will create opportunities for the exchange of good practices through study visits and networking events. The project's core task is to research Norwegian entities for ideas and solutions related to carbon neutrality and improved energy productivity, with a significant focus on the substantial disparity in energy productivity between Norway and Bulgaria. This contrast presents an opportunity for Norwegian entities to offer technological solutions in the Bulgarian market.

Summary of bilateral results

The Norwegian partner, PRIOS Kompetanse AS ,-has provided technical and knowledge support for development of an online resource platform for carbon neutrality and increased energy productivity;. It took a leading role in the organization of visit to Norway for the project participants and relevant activities during the stay in Norway; and has supported the planned training activities through its large European network of experts and partners.

The two partners have jointly developed guidelines and tool for assessing the Environment, Social and Governance factors which will lead to a better risks' management and growth opportunities.

Project details

Project info
Period
2014-2021
Approval date
Grant financing
96700.00€
Final project cost
103001.22€