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Strategic Energy Technology Plan Revision: Cross-Cutting Task Forces to Start Work
In December five Task Forces dedicated to cross-cutting topics for the energy technologies of the SET Plan will start working according to the Communication on ‘the revision of the Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan. By April 2026 they…

Shaping the Future of EU R&I for Climate-Neutrality: Key Questions for the Design of FP10: ESEIA Article published in EEI Magazine
This article by ESEIA Director Brigitte Hasewend and Hana Lee published in the fall edition of the EEI Magazine is a contribution to the ongoing European debate on the future design of the 10th EU Research and Innovation (R&I) Framework…

INITIATE Project: Advancing European Collaboration and Innovation
The INITIATE Project, in collaboration with ESEIA, has made significant contributions to European research and innovation in 2024.
Key events included a "Lump Sum Funding in Horizon Europe" training on 11 July, which brought together members…

Spotlight on EMERGE: Paving the Way for Africa’s Sustainable Energy Future
The EMERGE EU project is playing a pivotal role in advancing Africa's energy transition through innovative modeling and close collaboration with key stakeholders. To learn more about the project’s objectives, watch our introductory video…

Education & Training Program. ESEIA International Summer School 2024: A Transformative Learning Experience
The ESEIA International Summer School 2024, held online from 16-27 September in collaboration with Savonia University of Applied Sciences and North Savo Energy Cluster, focused on Net Zero Solutions for Climate-Friendly Energy.
The program…

Driving Sustainable Innovation: ESEIA’s Active Role in Horizon Europe Projects and Proposals
ESEIA continues to drive innovation in sustainable energy and mobility systems through active participation in Horizon Europe and other funding programs. In this section, we highlight one proposal that has been successfully submitted, DigiSHIFT,…

Key Insights from the 19th SDEWES Conference: Paving the Way for Sustainable Development
The 19th SDEWES Conference, held from 8 to 12 September 2024 in Rome, Italy, brought together 690 scientists, researchers, and experts in sustainable development from 62 countries across six continents. Among them were participants from ESEIA…

2024 Climate Crisis Conference in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East: A Collaborative Initiative
Following two highly successful Climate Conferences in 2018 and 2021 that resulted in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East Climate Change Initiative (EMME-CCI), The Cyprus Institute, ESEIA member, has partnered with the Cyprus Academy…

Driving Innovation for a Sustainable Future: Explore ESEIA Members’ Pioneering Projects
The ESEIA website features a dedicated section highlighting the diverse range of innovative projects led by our members, covering key areas in technology & innovation, enhancing impacts, strategy setting, and capacity building. These projects…

Shaping the Future of Sustainable Energy: A Conversation with ESEIA President Brian Norton
The inaugural interview of the Sustainable Energy Insight features ESEIA President Brian Norton, discussing ESEIA’s strategic vision, current projects, and the future of sustainable energy innovation in Europe. His insights will set the stage…

ESEIA International Summer School 2024: Empowering the Future of Net Zero Solutions
The European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance (ESEIA), in collaboration with Savonia University of Applied Sciences and the North Savo Energy Cluster partners, is thrilled to announce the ESEIA International Summer School 2024. This year’s…

The 6th ESEIA International Conference: “Net Zero and Beyond”. Call for Abstracts.
The 6th ESEIA International Conference will be organized on 4 December 2024 in Kuopio, Finland. The name of the conference, “Net Zero and Beyond”, encapsulates our urgent need to establish a sustainable energy system – net zero – while…

Reflecting on Our Successful Training Session: “Lump Sum Funding in Horizon Europe”
We are delighted to report that the collaborative training session organized by the Initiate Project and the European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance (ESEIA) on 11 July 2024, was a resounding success. This event, conducted online, offered…

THE SUMMER 2024 EDITION OF THE ESEIA NEWSLETTER IS OUT NOW!
Are you looking for the latest news from ESEIA? Check out the Summer 2024 edition of our quarterly newsletter.
This edition highlights significant strides in research and innovation, celebrating milestones, and planning for future advancements…

European Parliament Adopts Nature Restoration Law
On 17 June 2024, European Union countries gave final approval to a major and long-awaited plan to better protect nature in the 27-nation bloc, a divisive issue after months of protests by farmers who argued that EU environmental and climate…

EU Elections 2024: Results
Voters across Europe went to polls this June to make their voices heard in the 2024 European Parliament elections. On June 9, 2024, the European People's Party, led by Ursula von der Leyen, secured the most seats in the European Parliament.…

Proposal Update: Three Proposals in the Making, One Proposal on Reserve List
Since the beginning of the year, the five ESEIA WGs have made significant progress in advancing innovation and shaping the future of energy. Here is the latest update on their work.
Three Proposals in the Making
As the European Sustainable…

INITIATE Project: Supporting European R&I through stakeholder collaboration and institutional reform
In June 2024, the INITIATE project hosted a workshop titled Green Transition – Experts for Grand Challenges at the University of Zagreb's FER where experts discussed the critical role of multidisciplinarity and collaboration in achieving…

EMERGE Launches Its First Edition of the Newsletter
The EMERGE project has launched its first edition of the newsletter, providing an in-depth look into its mission and early achievements. The newsletter features several key sections: EMERGE at a Glance offers an overview of the project's goals…

Driving Collaboration and Innovation: ESEIA’s Strategic Meeting with XAMK
ESEIA took a significant step towards enhancing member integration with an online meeting held with XAMK UAS on 14 June 2024. During the session, ESEIA presented its current proposals and provided updates on ongoing projects, fostering dialogue…

ESEIA and Karelia UAS Collaborate for Future Innovations
ESEIA took a proactive step towards enhancing member integration through a productive online meeting with Karelia University of Applied Sciences (Karelia UAS) on 3 June 2024. During the meeting, ESEIA showcased its current proposals and provided…
