New energy competence system and technology for WB energy stability

Solutions developed

The EU prioritizes reducing fossil fuel dependency with the REPevrEU strategy, emphasizing digital and sustainable energy transformation. Solar PV panels will be installed on business, public, and residential buildings by 2029. Additionally, 10 million heat pumps will be installed in 5 years. Digitization is key, reflected in the "Digitalisation of the energy system" action plan. This project aims to modernize study programs in Western Balkans' HEIs with new courses at bachelor and master levels.

Main results

The project goal will be reached through creation of new or modernization of existing study programs at bachelor/master levels and the creation for LLL trainings and centers for raising awareness about the green deal and digitalization in the energy sector. WB HEIs from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo will opt, depending on their capacities, whether they will introduce new programs or modernize existing, in English or in their native languages. In both cases number of new courses, their titles, ECTS and other characteristics, will be determined in advance. This will include set up of new laboratories which will enable laboratory practices for students. Thus, all partners should select equipment which is adequate to the goals of the project. Students will realize a student practice for 10 days in partner countries.