On December 4, the Institute of Environmental Protection and Heat Systems of Riga Technical University held a seminar titled “Energy and Transport Models on the Path to Climate Neutrality.” The event featured presentations of decision-making models developed within the national research programme project “Climate Neutrality Decision Models in Action.”

The project aim to create a unified national decision-support tool to help Latvia reach its climate-neutrality target. During the seminar, particular attention was given to modelling the impact of policy decisions on the future of the energy and transport sectors.

“This practice—presenting and discussing project results with stakeholders before preparing the final version—is not only a good way to inform the public but also an opportunity to obtain valuable feedback,” noted #ViA lead researcher Ph.D. Oskars Java.

Participants were introduced to results that help answer the key question of how climate neutrality can be achieved in the transport and energy sectors. The discussion brought together sector professionals, policymakers, representatives of associations, ministries and municipalities, entrepreneurs, and other interested parties for whom this topic is essential for Latvia’s sustainable future.

Did you know that improving your eating habits can meaningfully support your mental health? That's why over just 3 intense days in Innovation Co-creation laboratory, researchers, students, and key stakeholders co-created a prototype aimed at helping patients with depression break out of the debilitating loop that affects 332 million people worldwide.

Meet "MotivAte "— a concept designed for the Strenči Hospital outpatient clinic, with plans to expand to other patient groups, including individuals with Alzheimer’s and more.

The vision goes further:
- AR to visualize engaging educational materials
- XR for remote support groups
- Empathy-building tools for family members
These are just a few of the future possibilities already in sight.
Mentor of the team was ViA researcher and project LEAPXR member Linda Lancere.
We thank the Strenči Psychoneurological Hospital team, and especially Project Manager Ilona Rāviete, for their cooperation and support.

This work was made possible through the Innovation Co-Creation Laboratory, organised by the Vidzeme Open Innovation Centre as part of the Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme, within the E³UDRES² European University and LEAPXR projects, with support from the Valmiera municipality.

Did you know that improving your eating habits can meaningfully support your mental health? That's why over just 3 intense days in Innovation Co-creation laboratory, researchers, students, and key stakeholders co-created a prototype aimed at helping patients with depression break out of the debilitating loop that affects 332 million people worldwide.

Meet "MotivAte "— a concept designed for the Strenči Hospital outpatient clinic, with plans to expand to other patient groups, including individuals with Alzheimer’s and more. 
The vision goes further:
- AR to visualize engaging educational materials
- XR for remote support groups
- Empathy-building tools for family members
These are just a few of the future possibilities already in sight.
Mentor of the team was ViA researcher and project LEAPXR member Linda Lancere.
We thank the Strenči Psychoneurological Hospital team, and especially Project Manager Ilona Rāviete, for their cooperation and support.

This work was made possible through the Innovation Co-Creation Laboratory, organised by the Vidzeme Open Innovation Centre as part of the Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme, within the E³UDRES² European University and LEAPXR projects, with support from the Valmiera municipality.