WP5: Aspire Model

Leader of the work package: University of Vaasa

This Work Package has collated the lessons learnt from the ASPIRE project and the actions carried out within Work Packages 2 - 4. It has led most importantly to the development of new and interactive software to guide other communities and regions through the ASPIRE model, and the process of establishing a Sustainable Energy Community.

The ASPIRE model is available in its most simple format as an excel spreadsheet:

ASPIRE Model Excel Version [XLS, 64KB]

ASPIRE Model Software

The ASPIRE model software can be found at the following website: http://aspire.uwasa.fi/Aspire/

A description of the model and instructions for use are provided below:
ASPIRE model description & instructions [pdf, 124KB]

Guidance Documents

Use of the model software is also supported by the availability of the various templates and guidance documents produced by the partners whilst implementing the ASPIRE project. Links to these documents are provided below:

Template Terms of Reference for Stakeholder Steering Boards [42 KB]

Guidance for Community Engagement Activities [pdf, 63 KB]

Guidance for Planners, Developers & Architects [pdf, 744KB]

Guidance for developing Sustainable Energy Action Plans [pdf, 124KB]

Technical Assessment of Sustainable Energy Actions [pdf, 931KB]

Guidance for financing mechanisms to support implementation of sustainable energy actions [pdf, 427KB]