UNESCO’s Historic Centre of Porto: Rehabilitation and Sustainability

Porto's Historic Centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996, has successfully undergone rehabilitation and sustainability efforts led by Porto Vivo – SRU. This initiative balances heritage preservation with environmental and social considerations, focusing on enhancing urban functions, contemporary comfort, and mobility while minimizing energy impact. The approach integrates cultural identity, health, and lifestyle improvements, demonstrating a model for sustainable urban development that can be replicated globally.

Santos, H., Valença, P., & Fernandes, E. O. (2017). UNESCO’s Historic Centre of Porto: Rehabilitation and Sustainability. Energy Procedia, 133, 86–94. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egypro.2017.09.375