Discover Offshore Renewable Energy Sources through the SHOREWINNER project
The European Green Deal puts the energy transition at the heart of the European Union’s efforts to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, combat biodiversity loss and pollution. An important step towards these goals is to increase the use of renewable energy sources in a sustainable way. Energy production from offshore renewable sources, such as wind energy, is one of the key options expected to contribute significantly to these goals.
The European Union is seeking to lead in offshore renewable energy by developing strategies to increase its use. By 2030, the EU plans to install at least 60 GW of offshore wind and 1 GW of ocean energy, with a further increase to 300 GW and 40 GW respectively by 2050 (EU strategy for offshore renewable energy).
Wind power, especially from offshore sources, offers stable power generation due to the stable wind conditions at sea, reducing power fluctuations. Offshore installations also minimise visual disturbance and take advantage of favourable temperature conditions, especially in floating PV. This leads to greater energy independence and opportunities for investment and innovation.
The European project SHOREWINNER responds to the needs for sustainable and green growth by focusing on skills development, upskilling and reskilling of the workforce. It promotes a Community of Practice (CoP) between five Centres of Vocational Excellence in Southern Europe (Cyprus, Greece, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Cyprus, Greece and Spain). In Cyprus, the SHOREWINNER Community of Practice includes:
- University of Cyprus (UCY)
- CARDET – Centre for Research and Education
- Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI)
- INTERCOLLEGE – School of Vocational Education and Training
Through the SHOREWINNER Community of Practice, organisations involved in renewable energy can benefit from free professional training, business networking, and economic development in their fields of activity.
Your participation in the SHOREWINNER project:
CCCI, as a partner in the SHOREWINNER project, is conducting research to identify skills gaps and shortages in the renewable energy sector. In this effort, we would appreciate your contribution by completing one of the following questionnaires corresponding to your status:
1. Trainers & Academics: https://bit.ly/ShoreWinnerVET
2. Professionals (Businesses & Consultants): https://bit.ly/ShoreWinnerBusiness
3. Students: https://bit.ly/ShoreWinnerStudents
Please submit your response by Friday 30th August 2024.
All information collected through this survey will remain confidential, will not be disclosed to third parties and will only be used for the purposes of the SHOREWINNER project.
Participation in the SHOREWINNER Community of Practice
In addition to the survey, we invite you to join the SHOREWINNER Community of Practice. By joining, you will have access to free professional training and contribute to the advancement of offshore renewable energy at both national and European level. Join the CoP by expressing your interest here https://bit.ly/ShoreWinnerCoP.
