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Everyday traffic jams, high costs for maintaining personal vehicles and problems finding parking are just some of the reasons people often think about faster, more cost-effective, and healthier ways of transport. That is why we present you alternative options that are better not only for you, but also the environment, because they contribute to reducing the rate of harmful particles in the air.

Health steps

Summer has officially arrived, and now is the best time to be more physically acrive and spend time in the fresh air. After months of staying inside, minimised movement, and reduced physical activity, that occurred as the result of the protection measures in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is about time we started making up for the lost time. 

Walking is the simplest physical activity, an yet its benefits we often underestimate. Scientists state that physical activity can cause chemical changes in the brain, such as the release of endorphins, which can significantly improve your mood. This can then positively affect your level of motivation and self-esteem, increasing your energy levels and, thus, your efficiency at work. U.S. research has shown that people who walk at least 1 kilometer per day significantly reduce their risk of heart disease, back pain, dementia, depression, and obesity. Walking affects the heart pumping blood and improves circulation, as better blood flow ensures the body gets enough blood rich in the nutrients needed for optimal health. In parallel, there is no damage to the environment.

As many remain cautious about the spread of the pandemic, public transportation is visibly reduced, and users choose alternative options such as walking and cycling, although others still use cars.

Experts working on the Bosnia Energy Efficiency Project (BEEP) advise that, if you travel to work by car, consider the damage you do to the environment this way. Cars, buses, and trucks are the leading causes of air pollution. The smoke they emit may contain carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, lead, and various other particles, which we all eventually inhale. Walking or cycling not only helps fight global warming, but also environmental pollution.

Bikemania

In addition to being the cheapest means of transportation, the bicycle is environmentally friendly because it does not pollute the environment and significantly contributes to health. That is why, by choosing this mode of transport, you save money, get your body in shape and help the environment. Many studies point cycling is very important in reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke, blood sugar, and blood pressure. With the bike, you can quickly go through the crowd, will not be late for important meetings, and do not have to worry about parking. Additionally, you will be exercising and breathing fresh air at the same time. Riding a bike for 25 minutes a day, instead of riding a car, reduces carbon dioxide emissions by 165 kg per year.

Cheaper and more environmentally conscious driving

Whether you travel to work every day or occasionally, Carpooling is something that will benefit you in many ways. There are numerous benefits to sharing transportation. The cost of travel is lower because all passengers share it, and due to the use of fewer vehicles, carpooling is a more environmentally friendly mode of transportation. You can offer carpool, and if you do not have your own car, you can arrange it with some family members, work colleagues, friends, and even acquaintances that you consider great companions. High emissions, congestion, and the consumption of non-renewable energy sources are just some of the negative consequences of the large number of vehicles in traffic. This way, you help the environment, and enjoy more economical and exciting rides to your destination.

So, we challenge you to choose a healthier way to get to your destination the next time you go somewhere, be it an easy walk, a bike ride, or, ultimately, a joint ride to work with you colleagues.

The Elementary School “Antun Branko Šimić” in Mostar, recently underwent construction where joinery and locks were replaced, the heating system was improved, and thermal insulation of the exterior walls, ceiling and attic was added. All of these renovations represent energy efficiency measures which were implemented with the aim of achieving energy and economic savings, improving comfort, and reducing CO2 emissions.

Upon completion of the works and renovations on the school building, a ceremony was held that was attended by governmental representatives as well as pupils and teachers of the school.

Almost 900,000 KM was invested in the Elementary School “Antun Branko Šimić” in Mostar, and the estimated savings on energy costs amounts to almost 100,000 KM per year.

 

Renovations on this facility were implemented within the Energy Efficiency Project (BEEP), which, in addition to funds from the World Bank’s credit line, is being implemented by the Ministry of Physical Planning of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Thus far, 37 public sector facilities have been renovated, 24 of which are educational institutions, 8 health institutions, and 5 public facility institutions. Through implementation of energy-efficient measures, a total of more than 18 million KM has been invested, while the savings are estimated at over 2 million KM annually. CO2 emissions have also been reduced by nearly 5,000 tons per year.

 

Super hero Beepster visited schoolchildren in Sarajevo

 

The education system in Bosnia and Herzegovina does not provide fully adequate knowledge of energy-efficient behavior for students. Therefore, Beepster a super hero from another planet that combines game, learning, and technology into a useful whole, arrives to help and transmit knowledge to children about the importance of energy efficiency.

 

 

 

At the additional class in the “Isak Samokovlija” Elementary School in Sarajevo, Beepster convey an important message to students.

 

“Your planet, your only home, is in great danger” – Beepster said to the surprised students. “Every time someone leaves the light in the day or left the charger plugged into the socket, without charging their mobile phone, tablet or other device, energy has consumed. With your energy-efficient behavior you can save the earth, “Beepster advised them.

 

 

At Beepster’s workshop, the students had an opportunity to watch the animated film about climate change and take part in the interactive quiz BEEPomanija and check their knowledge of energy efficiency. Also, Beepster introduced them Beepomat, a device that easily illustrates how irrational use of energy from fossil fuels leads to global warming.

 

 

 

This type workshops are held in cities across Bosnia and Herzegovina, within the World Bank’s “Bosnia Energy Efficiency Project” (BEEP) project, in elementary schools that have been renewed or are in the rebuild phase.

One of the objectives of the World Bank’s Project “Energy Efficiency in BiH” (BEEP) for the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is the confirmation or verification of the expected effects of energy efficiency measures which have been selected through the project implementation. This activity will be realized through Technical Monitoring and Evaluation (TME).

As a prerequisite for achieving this objective, each facility on which the energy efficiency measures are being implemented, got built-in measuring equipment for measurement of the value of important parameters for heating, cooling and ventilation of facilities.

There are currently 28 facilities with built-in equipment, which already have provided us information on the state in these facilities before the implementation of the energy efficiency measures. That information is related to:

 

Delivered amount of thermal energy for heating of facilities, whereby measurements may be at the minute, hourly, daily, monthly or seasonal record level of measurement results.

Measurement of internal and external temperature and humidity in the three characteristic rooms (according to the purpose), by use of equipment that allows minute, hour, daily, monthly or seasonal (annual) reading of measured values.

 

By such approach the BEEP offered for the first time a complete and comprehensive model for resolving the issue of energy efficiency. Also, by measuring reports (technical monitoring “before” and “after”) will make quality assumptions to confirm, in other words to verify the expected results after the implementation of energy efficiency measures.

 

Beside verification and validation of the results of the BEEP Project, data measured and processed through TME will support the goals of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina in terms of savings in energy consumption which are provided by the Action Plan for Energy Efficiency of FBiH (EEAPF), and based on the obligations established by the National Energy Efficiency Action Plan of Bosnia and Herzegovina ( NEEAPs).

 

“There is no other way to accurately confirm estimates, budgets, analyses and achieved effects of implemented energy efficiency measures of selected scenarios than results obtained by the measurement. For this reason the installation of permanent equipment for monitoring of obtained results is a crucial project to demonstrate the feasibility and viability of the projects of energy efficiency”,  Said Mesud Mustedanagić, Technical Expert of the Implementation Unit of the World Bank Project ” Energy Efficiency in BiH ” for the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

 

After the implementation of energy efficiency measures, monitoring and measurement of the mentioned items shall be continued for at least two more years in order to get a more objective picture of actual consumption, savings and comfort in facilities.

 

For the provision of the above-mentioned data, the following equipment has been installed:

 

Ultrasonic measurer of delivered thermal energy (based on the measurement of the flow of hot water pipelines), battery power for autonomy in the work and independence of supply from the city network, M-Bus modules, integrated in measurers, for storing of measured data as well as sensors for measuring of temperature in starting and return heating system. For the installation it is necessary to predict calorimeter of required diameter of the heating system for each facility.

Data Logger OPUS for “storage” of obtained data, sensors for indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity as well as Y connectors and BUS cables for functional connection of the above mentioned components of the measuring system.

The application program that processes the peripheral data and provides numerical and graphical display of measured values. The results can be read and downloaded on the spot and also it is possible to upgrade the system for remote reading.