Region of Attica: Smart Energy Management and Monitoring of Public Buildings
The Region of Attica, driven by a vision for a green, efficient, and digitally enhanced public administration, has completed the implementation of a modern and pioneering project that combines technology with sustainability: Energy Management and Smart Monitoring of Public Buildings in the Region of Attica.
This project, funded by the “Antonis Tritsis” Program of the Ministry of the Interior, falls under the Priority Axis “Environment” and serves strategic objectives such as improving energy efficiency, enhancing the sustainable operation of public infrastructure, reducing the carbon footprint, and upgrading the services provided to citizens.
Project Scope
Through the installation of thousands of smart devices and sensors, the use of Internet of Things (IoT) and machine learning technologies, and the development of a digital platform and mobile application, the Region acquired the ability to monitor, control, and optimize in real time the energy consumption and environmental conditions of the public buildings it manages.
The system allows for immediate issue diagnosis, fault prevention, energy waste reduction, and improved comfort conditions for employees and citizens.
The technological implementation took place in ten (10) buildings of the Region of Attica, specifically at:
- 15–17 Syngrou Avenue, Athens
- 80–88 Syngrou Avenue, Athens
- 196 Alexandras Avenue, Athens
- 156 Mesogeion Avenue, Cholargos
- Buildings 210A, 220A and 240A, Kallithea Seaside
- 100 Kifisias Avenue, Marousi
- 78 Iroon Polytechniou Street, Elefsina
- 5 Aigaleo & Kastoros Streets, Piraeus
A total of more than 5,000 devices and sensors were installed, including:
- 50 local communication gateways
- 73 electricity meters
- 400 smart sockets
- 2 water consumption meters
- 1,500 lighting and load controllers
- 400 thermostats and air conditioning controllers
- 1,578 presence sensors with built-in photometers
- 600 opening sensors
- 400 environmental parameter sensors
- 50 people-counting sensors
The system is complemented by:
- A platform for data collection, processing, and visualization
- A mobile application
- Embedded machine learning software for predictions and real-time alerts
- Staff training and support during pilot operation
- Technical maintenance and optimization services
Key Benefits
The deployment of this solution provides the Region with valuable tools for data-driven administration and decision-making, enhances preventive maintenance of infrastructure, and reduces energy waste. At the same time, it improves indoor environmental quality, protects employee health, and enhances the citizen experience.
The long-term value of the project is even greater: the Region gains scalable infrastructure ready for integration into a broader “smart region” ecosystem, with capabilities for interoperability with applications for parking, lighting, environmental monitoring, and more.
Project Funding
The project was funded under the “Antonis Tritsis” Program, implemented by the Special Service for Management and Implementation (EYDE) of the Ministry of the Interior. The program aims to strengthen local and regional development through investments in sustainable infrastructure, digital transformation, environmental protection, and improved quality of life for citizens.
This investment serves as a best practice example of how Local Government can leverage European and national resources to make a visible impact on citizens’ daily lives.