The province of South Karelia was one of the first HINKU provinces. The province joined the Carbon Neutral Municipalities (HINKU) network as the first province. A road map and program for achieving carbon neutrality has been drawn up for the province. Many municipalities in South Karelia are also members of the HINKU network. Municipalities have either prepared or are preparing climate programs. Road maps and climate programs help the province and municipalities to understand the challenges of the effects of climate change and its effects in different operational sectors. Climate change mitigation measures cause changes in the energy system, the transport system, building requirements and production operations. At the same time, it is also necessary to adapt to warming and extreme weather phenomena. Climate change also causes constant pressure for change in the business world, where by adapting in advance, you will also be more successful in the future. LUT University and LAB University of Applied Sciences produce research and product development in the area, which is in ever-increasing demand globally. The challenges of climate change and the region's high level of expertise also enable jobs to be created in this sector. Therefore, the implementation of climate measures also indirectly supports the development of global challenges when awareness of the implementation of measures expands. The project's goal is to ensure the implementation of climate programs and road maps and to support companies in responsibility, energy and climate challenges. The project is divided into work packages, the purpose of which is to help the most critical sectors in the province. The goal of the project is also to strengthen operations in the future. The work packages are: The cities of Lappeenranta and Imatra implement the project. Lappeenranta is the main implementer, and Imatra is a partial implementer. Three work packages will help the project move forward. Work package 1. Coordinate the implementation of the programs, ensure the implementation of climate work, and communicate about the province's climate practices. Work package 2. Responding to companies' environmental challenges Work package 3. Speeding up energy efficiency solutions The duration of the project is 2.5 years. The target start date of the project is January 1, 2025. The project's results are shared information and support for companies and municipalities, an energy efficiency report for the utilization of water heat, and a carbon footprint calculation for companies.