ESEIA - European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance

🌟 ESEIA General Assembly Charts the Path for 2025 🌟 On 19 November 2024, ESEIA gathered its members in Brussels for the General Assembly, a key moment to align priorities and set the course for advancing sustainable #energyinnovation across Europe. 🌍💡 🎤 Keynote Insights: María Isabel Farfan Camacho from the European Commission inspired attendees with her vision for fostering research and innovation, particularly in widening countries. Her address highlighted the importance of collaboration in achieving energy transition goals. 🌱📊 📘 Strategic Outcomes: The assembly endorsed plans and initiatives to ensure ESEIA’s leadership continuity, strengthen cross-sector partnerships, and amplify the alliance's impact in driving sustainable energy solutions. The approved strategies lay the foundation for enhanced visibility and capacity building in 2025. 🔭 Looking Ahead: ESEIA remains dedicated to fostering innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration, with a clear focus on uniting academia, industry, and policymakers to shape a sustainable energy future. Together, we are making the #EuropeanGreenDeal a reality! 🌟 👉 Read more (exclusive for ESEIA Members): 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d87t9jcj 💬 What strategies do you think are most impactful for advancing sustainable energy innovation? Share your thoughts! #ESEIA #SustainableEnergy #EnergyInnovation #Collaboration #RenewableEnergy #GreenFuture #StrategicLeadership

🌟 ESEIA's 15th Anniversary Panel: Shaping the Future of Sustainable Energy Innovation 🌟 On 19 November 2024, ESEIA hosted a pivotal panel discussion in Brussels, bringing together leading experts to explore strategies for enhancing the alliance's effectiveness in advancing sustainable energy systems. 🌍🔋 Key Highlights: 🟢 Overcoming Fragmentation: Emphasized the role of thematic alliances in bridging gaps between academia, industry, and policymakers. 🟢 Enhancing Skills Training: Advocated for practice-oriented programs targeting professionals and students in renewable energy and sustainable urban planning. 🟢 Accelerating Green Deal Implementation: Discussed aligning with the European Innovation Council to expedite Green Deal initiatives. 🟢 Engaging Younger Generations: Proposed mentorship programs and partnerships with educational institutions to inspire future leaders. 🟢 Fostering Citizen Dialogue: Public forums and digital platforms are recommended to engage European citizens in sustainable energy solutions. 💡 Panelists: 👨🏫 Chair: Professor Brian Norton, ESEIA President 🎙️ Ana Picado, LNEG - Laboratorio de Energia 🎙️ Paola Mazzucchelli, CIRCE - Centro Tecnológico 🎙️ Pedro Fardim, EPNOE Association 🎙️ Brigitte Hasewend, ESEIA - ESEIA - European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance The event concluded with an interactive Q&A 🗣️✨, reinforcing ESEIA's commitment to collaborative innovation 🤝🌟. 💬 What do you think are the top challenges in advancing sustainable energy systems? Share your thoughts in the comments! 👉 Read more: 🔗 ESEIA Panel Discussion: https://lnkd.in/d_NUYYGP #ESEIA #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #GreenDeal #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #ESEIAAlliance #FP10

🎉 Celebrating 15 Years of Sustainable Energy Innovation! 🌟 On 19 November 2024, ESEIA - European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance marked its 15th anniversary at the prestigious Fondation Universitaire in Brussels. The event brought together industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers from the European Commission to reflect on past achievements and discuss the future of sustainable energy. 🟢 Earlier that day, ESEIA convened its General Assembly and Governing Council meetings, focusing on strategic discussions to advance our mission in sustainable energy innovation. 🙌 We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants for making this milestone celebration truly memorable. ➡️ For a detailed overview of the event and insights from key speakers, access our website: https://lnkd.in/dQaVUtnM #ESEIA15Years #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #GreenDeal #ESEIAAlliance #ESEIA 

🎉 Today, We Celebrate 15 Years of Innovation & Partnership in Brussels! 🎉 ESEIA - European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance is proud to gather with our members and partners in Brussels to honor 15 transformative years of sustainable energy innovation across Europe. 🌍 Today, we reflect on our journey, reconnect with friends and collaborators, and look forward to new milestones and partnerships that drive us toward a sustainable future. 🟢 A Strong Alliance: In the past 15 years, ESEIA is proud to have built a strong, reliable network of members and partners. ESEIA had 28 member organizations on average in 15 countries. 64 member organisations, one-third from business, paid 1,2 Mio € in membership fees. ESEIA funds 5 Working Groups and 7 Focus Groups with 300 active experts from all fields of the energy system. In addition, ESEIA has worked with 300 partner organizations from all EU countries and from abroad, one-third from business, industry, and public agencies, two two-thirds from higher education and research organizations. 🟢 R&I Coverage: ESEIA covers the entire innovation ecosystem. As such, it spots R&I gaps in a wide range of fields, including circular economy, bioresource utilization, sustainable urban regions, smart mobility, sustainable built environment, advanced computing, smart grid services, new business models, sustainable governance and legal frameworks, and education and training. 📽️ Premiere of our Anniversary Video Today, we’re excited to launch our special Anniversary Video featuring messages from our members, partners, and the ESEIA team. Hear from those who have shaped and supported our mission over the years, and join us as we envision an even greener future together. 🌱 Together, we look forward to many more years of innovation, partnership, and building a sustainable future! 🌱 VILNIUS TECH - Vilnius Gediminas Technical University Savonia University of Applied Sciences Xamk - South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences LNEG LNEG - Laboratorio de Energia The Cyprus Institute Jozef Stefan Institute University of Twente #ESEIA15Years #SustainableInnovation #GreenFuture #ESEIA #Alliance #RenewableEnergy

See you all tomorrow, 19 November, 5pm CET🕔.

🌍 Register Now for the 6th ESEIA International Conference: “Net Zero and Beyond”! 🌱 We’re excited to invite you to the 6th ESEIA International Conference on 4 December 2024 in Kuopio, Finland! Hosted by Savonia University of Applied Sciences, ESEIA - European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance, and Energy Cluster North Savo, this event will explore vital topics such as renewable energy, energy storage, smart technologies, and policy frameworks driving sustainable change. Don’t miss this chance to connect with experts and innovators shaping the future of sustainable energy. 🌐 🔗 Register now: eseia2024.fi 📅 Conference Date: 4 December 2024 📍 Location: Kuopio, Finland 🗓️ Registration Deadline: 20 November 2024 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dxHmaZk8 #ESEIA2024 #NetZeroAndBeyond #SustainableEnergy #EnergyInnovation #ClimateNeutrality

🌍 Save the Date for the 12th ESEIA Lecture! 🌱 ESEIA is thrilled to announce the 12th Lecture in our international series, "Sustainable Energy Innovation Systems for Climate Neutrality." Join us online on 5 December 2024, from 19:00 to 21:00 CET to explore the transformative potential of Energy System Modelling in the EU and AU. This lecture will introduce EU-Africa cooperation in #sustainableenergy, featuring insights from Philippe Schild, European Commission, and Nanko Madu, AfriLabs, with responses from experts on EMERGE EU Project and OpenMod4Africa projects. Led by Chair Goran Krajacic (UZagreb-FSB), we’ll dive into data-driven approaches to mapping and transforming energy systems, supporting resilient and sustainable solutions tailored to local needs. 🟢 Invited Lecture by: Philippe Schild, Senior Expert, European Commission, BE and Nanko Madu, Director of Programmes, Afrilabs, NG 🟢 Response 1: Francesco Roncallo, EnGreen (EMERGE EU Project), IT and     smail ZOUGGAR, UMP (EMERGE Project), MA 🟢Response 2: Ingeborg Graabak, SINTEF, OpenMod4Africa Project, NO 🟢Chair: Goran Krajacic, UZagreb-FSB, HR Host:  Rector TU Graz, AT  🔗 Register by 4 December for online participation: https://lnkd.in/dMyQg-kc  🌐 Learn more about the #ESEIALectureSeries: https://lnkd.in/dxAn4Etp 📩 Questions? Reach out to the ESEIA Team at [email protected]. #ESEIALecture #SustainableEnergy #EnergyModelling #GreenTransition #EU #Africa #ClimateNeutrality

🌍 Celebrating 15 Years of ESEIA – November is Anniversary Month! 🎈 This November, we honor 15 years of ESEIA’s unwavering commitment to advancing Europe’s energy transition through #innovation, #collaboration, and tangible #impact. Since its founding, ESEIA has championed #sustainableenergy solutions, establishing partnerships and spearheading projects that drive meaningful change. Here’s a look at some of ESEIA’s most impactful initiatives: 🟢 BioEnergyTrain (2015-2019): Created two enduring European Master’s programs in bioresource management and biorefinery engineering, equipping the next generation with essential skills for sustainable energy solutions. 🟢RE4Industry (2020-2021): Advanced the decarbonization of European industries by promoting renewable technologies in partnership with stakeholders across Germany, Spain, Italy, and Greece. 🟢H2020 Twinning SuPreme (2016-2018): Supported Poland’s energy transition by training young researchers through a collaboration with the Polish Academy of Sciences. 🟢INITIATE HORIZON EUROPE PROJECT (2024-2027): Recently launched to elevate research and innovation in widening countries’ higher education institutions, strengthening capacity and fostering collaboration. 🟢EMERGE EU Project (2023-2026): An EU-African Union collaboration developing energy transition tools for Morocco, Nigeria, and Mozambique, showcasing ESEIA’s global impact. 🟢FP10 Position Paper (2023-2024): Advocated for sustainable priorities in the European Commission’s Framework Programme 10 (FP10), reinforcing ESEIA’s role in shaping EU policy aligned with Green Deal objectives. 🟢ESEIA Education and Training Programme (ETP): A leader in practical education, ESEIA has trained approximately 600 students and professionals through diverse formats, including Interdisciplinary Student Camps, International Summer Schools, and Professional Training Courses. ESEIA also organizes biannual international conferences and offers two European Master’s programs, fostering expertise and leadership in sustainable energy. Join us this month as we reflect on ESEIA’s legacy and continue our journey toward a sustainable, clean energy future. #ESEIA15Years #AnniversaryMonth #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #ESEIAImpact

🌍 ESEIA Sustainable Energy Insight: Shaping the Future of Renewable Energy with Teresa Ponce de Leão 🌍 Dive into our latest interview with Teresa Ponce de Leao, ESEIA Vice-President and CEO of LNEG - Laboratorio de Energia, as she shares visionary insights on EU-AU partnerships, hydrogen innovations, and strategic shifts in renewable energy. Discover how ESEIA - European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance is setting the stage for a sustainable future through collaboration and groundbreaking projects. 💡 What’s Inside? 🟢 EU-AU cooperation for sustainable development 🟢 The transformative potential of FP10 for European R&I 🟢 Scaling hydrogen tech for a green future 🟢 Tackling the water-food-energy nexus at COP25 Read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/dhjK9jEX #ESEIASustainableEnergyInsight #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #COP25 #HydrogenInnovation

🌍🇪🇺 Join the Debate: Shaping EU R&I for a Climate-Neutral Future – Key Insights for the Design of FP10 🟢 Curious about how Europe’s future research and innovation framework can tackle the green transition? Dive into the latest article by our ESEIA Director Brigitte Hasewend and Hana Lee, published in the autumn edition of European Energy Innovation (EEI) magazine. 🟢 Discover the challenges of enhancing European competitiveness while transitioning to a climate-neutral, green, and circular economy. The article shares findings from the ESEIA survey, which forms the basis of the FP10 Position Paper, and raises key questions for shaping the EU’s 10th Research and Innovation Framework Programme (FP10). 🔗 Read the full article here: European Energy Innovation, Autumn 2024, page 27 https://lnkd.in/dJyBixSG Stay informed, be part of the conversation, and contribute to Europe’s green future! #ClimateNeutrality #GreenEconomy #Innovation #Sustainability #EUResearch #FP10 #ESEIA