Events & News:
INTEREST × ORION JOINT WORKSHOP: ADVANCING DIGITAL TWIN INNOVATION TOGETHER
We recently wrapped up our INTEREST / ORION Joint Workshop, bringing together two Horizon Europe–funded projects under the same call – and both coordinated by SINTEF.
One of the objectives of this workshop was to present an overview of both the INTEREST – HORIZON Europe and ORION Project projects, followed by a detailed presentations on the digital twin approaches employed in each. Digital twins serve as a central pillar in both project, playing a key role in advancing the goals of each project.
This workshop provided a platform to exchange knowledge, foster collaboration, and explore synergies between the two projects. .
A big thank you to all partners and stakeholders for making this workshop a success. We look forward to the next phase of collaboration—transforming research into real-world impact!
INTEREST at IEEE ETFG 2025
We are proud to announce that our project partner, the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), will participate in the upcoming IEEE ETFG 2025 – International Conference on Energy Technologies for Future Grids.
UTS will present key aspects of the INTEREST project, contributing to the global dialogue on smart grid innovations, sector coupling, and sustainable energy transitions.
The conference serves as an important platform for showcasing research, exchanging knowledge, and building bridges between academia and industry.
📅 Learn more about the event: https://attend.ieee.org/etfg-2025/
INTEREST Horizon at E-world Energy and Water 2025
We are at E-world Energy and Water 2025 and our motto this year is »With AI, Digital Twins and Smart Algorithms to a Resource-saving Energy Industry!«
Saving energy and using it sensibly – this goal runs through many of our projects. We are committed to making the generation, procurement and distribution of energy predictable. At E-world energy & water from February 11 to 13, we will be presenting our latest developments in the context of #energy.
System Analysis, Prognosis and Control (booth 4H115) will be presenting AI-supported solutions for resource-efficient system operation. Using advanced monitoring systems and a demonstrator, will show how faults in drives can be detected, analyzed and operation sustainably optimized.
Experience our innovations live:
– AI demonstrators that detect drive faults at an early stage
– Digital twins that optimize the use of energy
💚 Our goal: sustainable, resource-saving solutions for the energy transition!
📍 Visit us in hall 4! #eworld25 ➡️ More information: https://lnkd.in/dYH7Sqbu Dr. rer. nat Andreas Wirsen Christian Salzig
INTEREST Horizon Europe Project Meeting in Wunsiedel
This week, the INTEREST consortium came together for a productive and inspiring project meeting at the site of our partner SWW Wunsiedel GmbH.
Our dynamic group included participants from Spain, Norway, Sweden, Germany, and Slovenia, along with virtual contributions from partners in Australia and Brazil. Together, we advanced discussions on use cases, work packages, and next steps, reaffirming our commitment to shaping a sustainable and innovative future.
Highlights of our meeting included:
– A visit to the impressive Energy Park in Wunsiedel and CHPU Schönbrunn, showcasing cutting-edge energy solutions.
– Ending the day with informal discussions by the fireplace, accompanied by mulled wine and delicious Franconian cuisine — a perfect way to foster collaboration and camaraderie.
As we wrap up 2024, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all our partners for their dedication and contributions. Wishing everyone happy holidays and looking forward to a fruitful and impactful year in 2025!
Kick-off Meeting – Brussels: Launch of the Horizon Europe INTEREST Project
Earlier this month, Brussels hosted the kick-off meeting for the INTEREST project (INTEGRATED DIGITAL SOLUTION FOR SUSTAINABLE AND RELIABLE MANAGEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS), bringing together partners from Australia, Brazil, Germany, Norway, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden. This Horizon Europe-funded initiative is set to revolutionize the global management of renewable energy systems.
The primary objective of INTEREST is to develop and demonstrate a real-time distributed multigrid Model Predictive Control (MPC) framework for monitoring and managing renewable energy systems. The framework aims to enhance sustainability, security, stability, reliability, replicability, and predictability. The project integrates advanced technologies such as digital twins for energy prediction and load forecasting, predictive maintenance, fault detection, reconfigurable MPC, and blockchain-based economic management to create a robust, scalable solution for energy management.
During the kick-off meeting, partners aligned on strategic goals and discussed the roadmap for implementing these cutting-edge technologies. This integrated approach will significantly improve the efficiency and reliability of renewable energy systems across different regions, ensuring seamless energy management at a global scale.
The use of digital twins, predictive algorithms, and blockchain technology will enable more precise forecasting, improved maintenance strategies, and secure economic management of energy resources. The consortium’s work will pave the way for a more sustainable and resilient energy future, one that is highly adaptable and replicable across various geographic regions.
The two-day event highlighted the collaborative spirit of the project, with participants emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in addressing global energy challenges. With partners from diverse countries and expertise spanning multiple disciplines, the INTEREST project is poised to make a significant impact on the future of renewable energy.
Stay tuned for further updates as we continue our journey toward a digitally empowered, sustainable energy future.
The use of digital twins, predictive algorithms, and blockchain technology will enable more precise forecasting, improved maintenance strategies, and secure economic management of energy resources. The consortium’s work will pave the way for a more sustainable and resilient energy future, one that is highly adaptable and replicable across various geographic regions.
The two-day event highlighted the collaborative spirit of the project, with participants emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in addressing global energy challenges. With partners from diverse countries and expertise spanning multiple disciplines, the INTEREST project is poised to make a significant impact on the future of renewable energy.
Stay tuned for further updates as we continue our journey toward a digitally empowered, sustainable energy future.