A pioneering vertical district energy ecosystem
The Swiss demo site in Dübendorf is a pioneering vertical district that brings together residential units, offices, fitness facilities, EV chargers, heat pumps, data centres, and even an electrolyser under one coordinated energy ecosystem.
Its diverse and demanding environment allows SOCIAREM to test advanced EMS algorithms, flexible load management, and PV self-consumption strategies at a highly granular level.
The project explores how real-time optimisation, large data flows, and P2P trading concepts can support a new generation of smart district solutions. The site also serves as a user-engagement hub through a Serious Game that promotes energy awareness.
Tools linked to the Switzerland demo
The Dübendorf living lab is especially relevant for optimisation, flexible district operation and citizen engagement, so the related tool references now match the main tools page exactly.
IoT-powered real-time optimisation and management platform providing live insights, smart metering data and automated demand-response recommendations.
Secure blockchain-based platform for peer-to-peer energy exchange with transparent billing and settlement mechanisms for fair energy distribution.
Interactive gamification tool increasing citizen awareness, participation and energy literacy, adapting content to diverse cultural and geographical contexts.