The steps towards an infrastructure with minimal impact on the environment: the ELI-NP model of good practice

The paper presents steps taken to minimise the impact of the ELI-NP research infrastructure on the environment, on a roadmap towards a green facility.The current crisis highlights the need to invest in strong renewable infrastructure and sparks interest in using cleaner, more sustainable energy sources.As a result, stakeholders' interest is to maximise the infrastructure's initial potential while simultaneously enhancing key performance metrics and energy efficiency.The primary aim of the ELI-NP decision makers is to enhance the efficiency of the current infrastructure in order to minimise its energy consumption.Reducing the carbon footprint of the infrastructure is also a major goal in minimising its effects on the environment.To make the switch to green infrastructure, future investments are scheduled.