The direct objective of the project, in line with the objectives of Action FENX.02.03 Energy infrastructure, is the development of ‘smart’ gas infrastructure through the expansion of the gas network in areas partially already gasified by the Company and the extension of gasification to areas not yet gasified. The milestones in line with the objectives of Action FENX.02.03 Energy infrastructure are also: • Ensuring that renewable and low-carbon gases, such as biomethane, can be introduced into the system by adapting the gas infrastructure under construction to the requirements resulting from the introduction of low-carbon gas into the network, • Ensuring that solid fossil fuel installations can be replaced by smart infrastructure and gas installations – by expanding the gas network and increasing its availability, it is possible to increase the use of gas for heating purposes and replace coal-fired sources. ACTIVITIES PLANNED IN THE FRAMEWORK OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION The project will be implemented within the framework of the following tasks: 1 Construction of the gas network (including 13 sub-tasks) 2 Education campaign 3 Promotion of the project 4 Overhead of indirect costs – 7 % Detailed description of the tasks is included in the SW, point 3.2 Stages: I. Preparatory phase: a) drawing up design documentation, b) drawing up tender documentation, c) obtaining the necessary administrative decisions d) submitting notifications of intention to carry out construction works / obtaining permits. II. Implementation phase: a) conducting procedures for selecting contractors and concluding a contract with selected entities, b) carrying out works, c) receiving works, obtaining a usage permit. III. Stage of operation. INFORMATION ACTIVITIES The planned actions will be in accordance with the guidelines of Articles 46-50 of Regulation (EC) No 2021/1060 and in Annex II. IX - Communication and Visibility Envisaged actions: a) information board - 21 pcs. – at the place of implementation of the gas network b) information on the website c) information on social media d) marking with the European Funds sign, the colours of the Republic of Poland and the EU sign: - all documentation and materials related to the project - all equipment created or purchased in the project. PLANNED EDUCATIONAL ACTIONS: - meetings with residents, - educational activities in schools - "Green Lungs of the Municipality" project, including: installation of air quality measuring stations, creation of an educational platform "Green Lungs of the Municipality". The gas infrastructure will be characterised by ‘smart’ functionalities: 1. Flexibility 2.Acceptance of other fuels 3.Intelligent use of gas 4.Cost-effective and safe operation Wider description of the ‘smart’ functionality - Study, point 3.5 The applicant has not yet started the project, but a tender has been launched for all tasks in the project and tenders have been opened on 18 April 2024. The project has: 100% of titles to real estate, 100% of location decisions, 100% of applications for the intention to perform works and building permits. The project does not require an environmental decision. The project involves cooperation with partners from other countries, i.e. it involves the exchange of knowledge and experience and consultations with partners from other countries on issues related to the project being implemented.