Climate Pact 2.0: Working Together for a Sustainable and Resilient Remich

Climate change and the energy transition are among the greatest challenges of our time. Effective climate action starts at local level.

By participating in Luxembourg’s Climate Pact 2.0, the City of Remich is actively committed to reducing energy consumption, expanding the use of renewable energy, conserving natural resources and strengthening the municipality’s resilience to the effects of climate change.

The Climate Pact is a partnership between the Luxembourg Government, the national energy agency Klima-Agence and participating municipalities. Building on the success of the first Climate Pact, this new version places greater emphasis on measurable results, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting the circular economy and actively involving residents.

Our Priorities in Remich

The City of Remich follows the European quality management system European Energy Award (EEA) and is implementing practical measures in several key areas:

• Leading by example in energy efficiency: Gradually improving the energy performance of municipal buildings, replacing conventional street lighting with energy-efficient LED technology and increasing the use of solar energy on public buildings.
• Sustainable mobility: Promoting walking and cycling through the development of safe cycle routes and pedestrian paths, improving connections to public transport and expanding charging infrastructure for electric vehicles.
• Climate adaptation and flood protection: As a municipality situated along the River Moselle, Remich places particular importance on flood prevention, effective rainwater management, reducing impermeable surfaces and creating green spaces to help mitigate high summer temperatures.
• Circular economy and biodiversity: Reducing waste, supporting regional economic networks, maintaining public green spaces using environmentally friendly practices and protecting local biodiversity.

What Does Climate Pact 2.0 Mean for You?

The Climate Pact is not just about the municipal administration. A successful energy transition requires everyone to work together.

For residents of Remich, this initiative offers several practical benefits.

1. Free and Impartial Energy Advice

In cooperation with Klima-Agence, the municipality regularly offers energy advice sessions for residents.

Whether you are planning energy-efficient home improvements, considering installing a heat pump or solar panels, or simply looking for ways to reduce your electricity consumption, independent energy advisers can provide free, personalised guidance to help you plan your project.

2. Grants and Financial Support

Residents investing in the energy efficiency of their homes or in renewable energy technologies may benefit from attractive government grants, particularly through the Klimabonus scheme.

The municipal administration also provides information on additional municipal grants that may be available and helps residents understand the various financial support schemes.

3. A Better Quality of Life in Remich

Every measure aimed at reducing traffic, encouraging cycling, increasing green spaces and protecting nature contributes directly to improving the local environment and quality of life for people of all ages in Remich.

Get Involved: Every Action Counts!

Protecting the climate is a shared responsibility.

Whether you use energy more efficiently at home, choose to cycle for short everyday journeys or take part in community workshops and local initiatives, every action makes a difference.

Your ideas and involvement are essential to building a more sustainable future together.

The City of Remich regularly shares information about upcoming information sessions, community activities and progress on local climate projects.

Contact and Advice

Do you have questions about energy-saving measures, financial support schemes or climate-related projects in our municipality?

• City of Remich – Municipal Administration

Telephone: (+352) 23 69 2-1

Email: contact@remich.lu

Contact: Technical Department / Remich Climate Team

• Klima-Agence (Energy Advice)

Freephone helpline: 8002 11 99

Website and appointment booking: www.klima-agence.lu

The Municipal Climate Team

The implementation of the measures outlined above is overseen by a municipal Climate Team established by the municipality.

The team brings together a climate adviser, political representatives, members of the municipal administration and advisory committees, as well as experts, business representatives and interested residents.

The Climate Team assesses the municipality’s current situation and develops an action plan to guide its climate-related activities. The team is coordinated by the climate adviser.

Climate Team of the City of Remich

• Rita Wallerich (Councillor responsible for climate matters)
• Soraya Meftah
• Martin Dritter
• Laurent Thiel
• Jean-Paul Meyers
• Jean-Paul Wiltz
• Luc Thillmann

The City of Remich’s Climate Team is always looking for new members. If you would like to get involved, please contact us at info@remich.lu.

Climate Pact Certification of the City of Remich

From left to right: Minister Serge Wilmes, Councillor Rita Wallerich and Climate Team member Martin Dritter.

On 7 June 2024, during the 12th Climate Pact Day held at the Chamber of Skilled Trades and Crafts (Chambre des Métiers), the City of Remich was awarded 50% certification under the Climate Pact programme, in the presence of Ministers Serge Wilmes and Lex Delles.

Particular recognition should be given to the city’s performance in the “Communication and Cooperation” category, where it achieved 63.2% of the available points in the catalogue of measures.

This achievement demonstrates that the City of Remich’s ongoing commitment to climate action is delivering positive results.

Further information: Klimapakttag