Beatriz Sousa

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Beatriz is the Communication Officer for iSTARS. She holds an MSc in Biomedical Research by NOVA University of Lisbon, and is finishing an MSc in Science and Health Communication at Dublin City University. Her research interests include representation of women and BIPOC in science, art for science communication and citizen participation in science.

Beatriz Sousa

May 29 2025

How one Portuguese neighbourhood hopes to end “energy poverty” for locals

Illuminem Voices

Energy · Energy Management & Efficiency

The Carcavelos neighborhood in Matosinhos, Portugal is tackling energy poverty and carbon emissions through community-led retrofitting, renewable energy integration, and behavioural change, serving as a model for Europe’s transition to net-zero urban living