R2M Solution Spain SL.
R2M Solution Spain SL. (R2M) is an innovative technology firm focused on bridging the gap between research and market implementation across Engineering, Energy, Sustainability, and ICT/Automation. R2M aids organizations in leveraging research funding to develop market-ready solutions, guiding projects from idea to execution.
Role in InterPED
In the InterPED project, R2M Spain is the project manager and coordinator, acting as the liaison between the consortium and the European Commission. Leading Work Packages 1 and 2, R2M manages exploitation, innovation, and risk, ensuring timely task delivery and adherence to project goals and quality standards.
Tekniker
TEKNIKER (TEK), a non-profit R&D Centre in Spain’s Basque Country, enhances societal well-being and industrial competitiveness through research and innovation. It specializes in multiple sectors including manufacturing and energy, promoting sustainable technological advancements.
Role in InterPED
In the InterPED project, TEKNIKER optimizes thermal energy management at pilot sites, leading efforts to improve operational efficiencies. They design predictive systems for energy assets management, integrating advanced forecasting of weather and demand. TEKNIKER also contributes across work packages, focusing on the development and deployment of innovative energy solutions.
Giroa Veolia
As a leader in optimized resource management, Giroa Veolia (VEO) designs essential solutions in water, waste, and energy management that contribute to the sustainable development of communities and industries. With a workforce of approximately 220,000 globally, Veolia supplied essential utilities to millions, generated substantial energy, and managed vast amounts of waste in 2021, earning a consolidated revenue of €28.508 billion.
Role in InterPED
In the InterPED project, VEO operates as a key service provider for the Lugaritz-Matía Community in Spain, one of the project’s four primary pilot sites chosen for their diverse environmental and socioeconomic conditions. Veolia’s role is crucial in managing and optimizing the thermal energy systems at this pilot, ensuring efficient energy use and integration that aligns with the broader goals of ecological transformation and sustainable urban development.
Grid Singularity
Grid Singularity (GSY) is an innovative startup creating open-source technologies for energy markets. Their flagship product, the Grid Singularity Exchange, equips energy communities and prosumers with tools for simulating and executing decentralized, grid-aware energy trading. GSY’s mission is to foster a sustainable, equitable, and democratic energy market, empowering individuals and communities to choose how they consume, trade, or share energy.
Role in InterPED
In the InterPED project, Grid Singularity is pivotal in developing local energy marketplaces, integrating AI and machine learning services to enhance the efficiency and capabilities of energy trading platforms. This role underpins the project’s goals of advancing smart energy systems and community-driven energy solutions.
The Institute Mihailo Pupin
The Institute Mihailo Pupin (IMP) is a premier Serbian R&D institution in the fields of information and communication technologies. With over 40 years of experience, IMP exemplifies the successful integration of academic research with industrial application, specializing in automated control systems and energy management.
Role in InterPED
Within the InterPED project, IMP plays a crucial role in enhancing and integrating platform services. Leveraging its expertise in system interoperability, energy dispatch optimization, predictive data analytics, and automated control systems, IMP supports the project’s objectives to advance smart and efficient energy solutions.
The Catholic University of Louvain
The Catholic University of Louvain (UCL), Belgium’s largest French-speaking university, offers a broad range of programs across 19 faculties in health sciences, science and technology, and social sciences. Established nearly 600 years ago, UCLouvain continues to foster academic excellence.
Role in InterPED
UCLouvain plays a crucial role in InterPED through its Institute of Mechanics, Materials, and Civil Engineering (iMMC), focusing on energy system optimization for various scales. Leading the planning for energy communities, UCLouvain utilizes the Renewable Energy Hub Optimizer (REHO) to integrate local renewable energy sources effectively.
Level9
Level9 (Lvl9), strategically headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, unites industry and academic experts from across Europe. Committed to empowering organizations, Level9 focuses on user experience, offering services ranging from UX-first design to real-time analytics and advanced AI solutions. Their diverse offerings also cover blockchain solutions, smart contracts, and robust data management strategies, ensuring cutting-edge, comprehensive tech solutions.
Role in InterPED
In the InterPED project, Level 9 leads the Dissemination and Communication Strategy, responsible for enhancing project visibility and stakeholder engagement. They orchestrate the development of dissemination materials, manage digital platforms, and lead the standardization and policy advocacy efforts under Work Package 9. Level 9 also guides the replication strategies, facilitating the expansion and application of InterPED methodologies beyond the project scope.
Software Imagination and Vision
SOFTWARE IMAGINATION & VISION (SIMAVI), established in 2019 from the division of SIVECO Romania SA, leverages extensive experience in software development across various sectors including education, health, customs, and more. Built on a European model, SIMAVI stands out with its unique competence centers and internationally competitive specialists. As a provider of IT services to European Commission organizations, SIMAVI exemplifies a commitment to technological excellence and innovation.
Role in InterPED
In the InterPED project, SIMAVI plays a crucial role in the Alba Iulia College District pilot. SIMAVI’s responsibilities include implementing robust data protection measures and developing a citizen-centric mobile app to enhance user interaction and engagement with the energy systems of the pilot, aligning with the project’s goals of advancing sustainable urban energy solutions.
Alba Iulia Municipality
Nestled in the heart of Transylvania, Romania, Alba Iulia Municipality (AIM) is a vibrant city with a rich history and an eye toward modernization. Over the past 15 years, the municipality has successfully drawn in over €300 million in non-reimbursable funds to fuel development projects across diverse sectors, including mobility, energy, smart city infrastructure, and cultural heritage. Known for its commitment to innovation and community development, Alba Iulia is a hidden gem evolving into a modern urban center.
Role in InterPED
Alba Iulia is actively involved in Work Packages 3 and 4 of the InterPED project, leading a pilot initiative to develop a Positive Energy District (PED) within the municipality. This role includes implementing advanced energy solutions that align with the city’s sustainability goals and leveraging its historical backdrop as a foundation for innovative urban energy practices.
Electricity Company of Massagno
Electricity Company of Massagno (AEM) is a leading Distribution System Operator (DSO) in Switzerland, renowned for its innovative approach to the electricity market. Integrating tradition with cutting-edge technology, AEM collaborates with universities and tech companies to pioneer digital solutions in energy management. Deeply rooted in its community, AEM values its strong connections with local users and institutions, ensuring that its advancements in energy are both revolutionary and community-focused.
Role in InterPED
In the InterPED project, AEM serves as the demo site leader for the Swiss pilot, managing the pilot site’s operations with a focus on data collection and system integration. Their key initiatives include recovering waste heat from biomass sources, optimizing the use of multiple energy vectors, and enhancing grid flexibility. Additionally, AEM spearheads the development of validation methodologies and establishes the criteria for pilot acceptance, ensuring that the project’s innovations effectively meet real-world needs and support sustainable energy solutions.
Hive Power
Hive Power is at the forefront of smart grid solutions in Switzerland, combining expert research with practical applications to innovate energy management. They focus on creating a smarter, more sustainable grid by utilizing advanced algorithms to manage flexible resources like electric vehicles and energy communities.
Role in InterPED
In the InterPED project, Hive Power contributes by optimizing electric vehicle (EV) charging to improve grid balance and enhance the functionality of local energy communities. They employ cutting-edge artificial intelligence and optimization techniques to adjust EV charging schedules based on user preferences, renewable energy availability, and dynamic energy pricing, ensuring an efficient integration into the energy management system.
The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland
The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) stands out as one of the nine professional universities recognized by the Swiss Confederation. Founded in 1997, SUPSI is dedicated to applied sciences, engineering, design, and social work. It offers practical and interdisciplinary programs that emphasize industry collaboration, preparing students with real-world experience.
Role in InterPED
SUPSI spearheads the development of an electric vehicle (EV) charging orchestration tool and an energy management visualization tool within the InterPED project. They focus on crafting a data-driven algorithm that optimizes EV charging to maximize solar energy use and minimize peak demand. The visualization tool will enable communities to proactively understand and engage with demand response initiatives. SUPSI also plays a key role in implementing these technologies in the Swiss Arena Innovation Community pilot, ensuring practical application and integration.
Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University is renowned for its dedication to pioneering research and education in the fields of energy, engineering, and the social sciences. With a robust focus on applied sciences and industry collaboration, the university prepares students for real-world challenges through practical and interdisciplinary programs. Established experts and innovative teaching methods define Heriot-Watt’s commitment to academic excellence and societal contribution.
Role in InterPED
Heriot-Watt’s research team is pioneering methods to engage communities in Positive Energy Districts, leveraging shared imaginaries, participatory design, and user story elicitation. They are also developing data-driven algorithms to forecast energy demand flexibility, directly informed by citizen engagement. This approach ensures that their contributions are deeply aligned with user needs and sustainability goals.
Findhorn Innovation Research & Education
Findhorn Innovation Research & Education, centered in Findhorn Ecovillage, aims to transform human settlements into fully sustainable communities. Their efforts span across various sustainability goals including social engagement, economic community development, and environmental sustainability. Key areas include energy conservation, renewable energy, nature-based wastewater treatment, organic food production, and electrification—all contributing towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2030.
Role in InterPED
In the InterPED project, FIRE serves as a critical case study site where researchers and community members converge to explore the potential of Positive Energy Districts (PEDs). Leveraging renewable energy sources (RES), storage solutions, and excess/waste heat (E/WH), FIRE is pivotal in enhancing grid robustness and consumer engagement through demand flexibility and active participation. Their goal is to boost local renewable energy consumption, increase community resilience, and foster collaboration among stakeholders.