Ina Karova has coordinated IEE, FP7, Horizon 2020 and LIFE projects dealing with energy efficiency and energy savings, behavioural change, energy communities, energy education and energy poverty, communication and raising awareness. She has led the consulting of the citizens on building renovation and RES deployment and participated in projects piloting smart energy solutions and technologies. She has been in charge of user engagement and behavioural change supervision; conducting in-depth interviews and focus groups on smart energy deployment with residential, public, and business stakeholders.

About the Energy Agency of Plovdiv (EAP)

The Energy Agency of Plovdiv (EAP), founded in 2000 under the Save II program of the European Commission, promotes energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable energy solutions in Bulgaria. It conducts feasibility studies, energy analyses, and manages projects for government entities, businesses, and consumers, focusing on areas like sustainable energy communities and energy efficiency in buildings. EAP has led numerous projects, such as DEHEMS, Positive City Exchange, and ConnectHeat, implementing renewable energy sources, smart energy solutions, and innovative business models for energy communities. Its expertise includes technical studies, policy advice, project management, and consultancy for renewable energy applications and air quality improvement.