Best Practice in Politics
We curate exemplary political work that successfully tackles today’s most pressing issues. This platform is a hub of tried and tested best practices in politics.

Advancing Low-Carbon Mobility in Cascais
This initiative stands out for its holistic approach to integrating sustainable mobility, climate resilience, and community-driven innovation as Cascais transitions to carbon neutrality.

Cascais Mental Health Initiative (Cascais Mentalmente)
The Cascais Mental Health Initiative improves equitable access to diverse mental health services for vulnerable groups.

Cascais’ Circular Economy Model: Smart Used Cooking Oil Collection System (Sistema de Recolha de Óleos Alimentares Usados)
Cascais’ Circular Economy Model leverages smart technology and community engagement to transform used cooking oil disposal, advancing circular economy principles and environmental sustainability.

Just Energy Transition Fund for Families (Fundo Verde de Apoio às Famílias de Cascais)
Cascais’ Just Energy Transition Fund for Families provides financial support, technical assistance, and community engagement to help low- and middle-income households reduce energy costs, improve comfort, and adopt sustainable energy solutions.

Territorial Valorisation Network – Co-creating Local Solutions in Cascais
The Territorial Valorisation Network is a municipal public policy in Cascais that strengthens democratic planning in critical urban areas through structured citizen participation and collaborative problem-solving.

Advancing Low-Carbon Mobility in Cascais
This initiative stands out for its holistic approach to integrating sustainable mobility, climate resilience, and community-driven innovation as Cascais transitions to carbon neutrality.

Cascais Mental Health Initiative (Cascais Mentalmente)
The Cascais Mental Health Initiative improves equitable access to diverse mental health services for vulnerable groups.

Cascais’ Circular Economy Model: Smart Used Cooking Oil Collection System (Sistema de Recolha de Óleos Alimentares Usados)
Cascais’ Circular Economy Model leverages smart technology and community engagement to transform used cooking oil disposal, advancing circular economy principles and environmental sustainability.

Just Energy Transition Fund for Families (Fundo Verde de Apoio às Famílias de Cascais)
Cascais’ Just Energy Transition Fund for Families provides financial support, technical assistance, and community engagement to help low- and middle-income households reduce energy costs, improve comfort, and adopt sustainable energy solutions.

Territorial Valorisation Network – Co-creating Local Solutions in Cascais
The Territorial Valorisation Network is a municipal public policy in Cascais that strengthens democratic planning in critical urban areas through structured citizen participation and collaborative problem-solving.
The Winners
of the Innovation in Politics Awards 2024

Foodcard: dignified state food aid for people in need
The Foodcard is an innovative solution which gives people the freedom and dignity to choose what food and necessities to buy, and from where.

Lithuania’s Testbed Programme for EdTech Startups
The Testbed Programme is a practical way for schools and creators to test the latest educational technologies in a real learning environment.

Condominium E-Voting – Successful E-Democracy
Condominium E-Voting allows residents to communicate their housing issues in a quick, easy, and safe manner, enhancing their engagement in the decision-making process and improving the efficiency of services.