EERA - The European Energy Research Alliance

It’s almost that time of the year again…👀 EERA’s High-Level Policy Conference is fast approaching on 📆16 October! This year, we explore ⚡energy research and innovation as a driving force behind the EU’s competitiveness and strategic autonomy. Join us at our conference in Sparks, Brussels or online to: 👉Hear from renowned speakers on how energy research can advance the EU’s strategic goals, including:                                                                             🔹Janez Potocnik - Co-Chair of the International Resource Panel & Former European Commissioner for the Environment       🔹Martin Porter - Executive Chair, Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL)   🔹Rosalinde van der Vlies - Clean Planet Director at the European Commission DG Research and Innovation                             🔹Norela Constantinescu - Deputy Director, Innovation and Technology Center, IRENA             👉Get a sneak peek at EERA’s upcoming technology and policy report featuring key recommendations on this challenge. Secure your spot today: ➡️ https://lu.ma/ngb2fp47

👀This week, explore the second work programme of RISEnergy, a project dedicated to 🔬coordinating research efforts between research organisations and private companies to help develop European energy technologies. 🔎The second work programme fosters researchers’ access to a wide network of cutting-edge research infrastructures for renewable energy technologies. 🥇This work stream is spearheaded by expert Olga Sumińska-Ebersoldt, Senior Scientist and Project Manager at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). How can you benefit from these research infrastructures? Apply for the Transnational Access Calls, which provide opportunities to work on various research areas: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e7k9EBAB Take a look through the slides below for an overview of the second work programme and Olga’s inspiring leadership in driving it forward.👇

💼We are looking for a new Administration & Events Intern!   🔬Based in the EERA Secretariat in Brussels, the intern will have the opportunity to support the administration and event organisation activities of Europe’s largest energy research community.🌍   ⌛Apply by 4 November.   ✅Early applications are encouraged as candidates will be selected on a rolling basis.   For more information on the application process and eligibility criteria, click here👉: https://lnkd.in/eH7WWD43  

Exciting news! Nils Røkke, Vice-President of EERA and Executive Vice President Sustainability at SINTEF, published a powerful article in 📰Forbes: “Climate Change Action Can’t Wait For Perfect Solutions.” 🌍 💡As we approach COP29 in Baku, Nils emphasises the urgency for bold, decisive climate action — even if we don’t yet have perfect solutions. He argues that the focus should be on immediate, impactful measures that account for the real costs of 🌱 nature loss and climate change. Read the full article here. 👇 https://lnkd.in/exmBD_xG

🌊On 23 September, EERA Joint Programme Hydropower joined the meeting ‘Hydropower in Europe: State of Play and Future Skills,’ organised by the Pan-European Network for Sustainable Hydropower in Brussels. 👥Hydropower experts from renowned organisations, such as the International Hydropower Association (IHA), the European Commission and the COST Association - European Cooperation in Science and Technology, came together to exchange on the future of hydropower in Europe. 📌Keynote speakers debated on the new opportunities in the European hydropower sector and the vital development of specialised skills to train new hydropower professionals. 🎯EERA Joint Programme Hydropower’s objectives were prominently represented, featuring: 🗣️Martina Campajola, the Joint Programme’s Manager, who skillfully moderated the two insightful panel sessions on the challenges facing the hydropower sector in Europe. 🗣️Elena Vagnoni, Vice-Coordinator of the Joint Programme, who joined experts in a dynamic discussion on the future landscape of hydropower. PEN@Hydropower EERA JP Hydropower

📣Don’t miss the European Commission's upcoming event on ‘’The role of EU research and innovation for boosting energy security and competitiveness". 🗓️10 October 📍Online What to expect? 🗣️ Key input from an expert panel, with participation from EERA’s Secretary General Adel El Gammal, set to explore the role of Research & Innovation (R&I) in ensuring European energy security and boosting the competitiveness of Europe’s clean tech industry. 🔬This event notably draws from the newly released ‘’Expert Study on Clean Energy R&I Opportunities,’’ which aims to prioritise R&I measures that 💪 strengthen the EU's long-term energy security by addressing challenges within various clean energy value chains. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/ezxWnrvx

📈EU-China trade tensions rise as the EU protects its electric vehicle industry and hydrogen sector.👇 🔋On October 4, the European Commission announced definitive tariffs on Chinese battery electric vehicles (EVs). This decision comes shortly after the Commission limited Chinese firms’ access to the upcoming second auction of the European Hydrogen Bank. The tariffs are a response to an 🔎 investigation from the Commission revealing that China’s electric vehicles have benefitted from unfair subsidies, endangering the EU’s competitiveness. 🗳️While only ten member states voted to implement the tariffs, the European Commission has chosen to move forward with the measures, set to be in place for five years, with the possibility of extensions. 📰For a deeper dive into the EU's recent strategies to protect its electric vehicle and hydrogen sectors, check out EERA’s top story here 👉 https://lnkd.in/efrBvyBb

Join SSH Centre's Book Launch and Panel event on strengthening European 🌍climate, ⚡energy and 🛣️mobility policy, taking place on 22 October in Granada, Spain and online! What can you expect from this event? ➡️Key insights into the SSH Centre interdisciplinary book publications from the lead authors. ➡️Timely reflections from EU policymakers from the Commission’s Directorates-General for Environment, Research & Innovation, and Climate Action on the policies shaping a sustainable future. Register now: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dDyfZAyX

📢Final call to register for EERA’s High-Level Policy Conference taking place next week! ⏳Registration deadline: 8 October 2024 As the EU revamps its energy system in a world of rising global competition and protectionism, learn how ⚡energy research and innovation acts as a driving force behind the EU’s competitiveness. 📌Join us on 16 October at Sparks, Brussels or online to: 🤝Engage with prominent industry representatives, policymakers, and academics as they delve into energy research and innovation as a pillar of the Union’s strategic autonomy. 📝Get a glimpse into EERA’s upcoming policy-oriented and technology report detailing key actionable recommendations on this pressing challenge. Don't miss out ➡️ register today: https://lu.ma/ngb2fp47

⚡Join the European Geothermal Workshop from 13 to 14 November in Norway! 🔬This event, hosted by EERA Joint Programme Geothermal member University of Stavanger, will provide the perfect opportunity for scientists, researchers, and PhD students to connect and discuss advancements in geothermal energy.   ✅You will also have the opportunity to share with other participants the latest findings in EU-funded research projects on geothermal energy.   📌Key topics covered at the workshop include energy conversion systems, the exploration of geothermal reservoirs and the assessment of geothermal resources. ⌛Abstracts should be submitted by 15 October.   Register and learn more here 👉: https://lnkd.in/eCv8p9JX   JP Geothermal