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Integrating Airborne Wind Energy into the industrial energy system represents a disruptive innovation essential for achieving the objectives of the Green Deal, Fit for 55, the revised RES Directive, and the Offshore Energy Strategy. Airborne Wind Energy can access wind resources beyond the reach of conventional turbines, helping to fill gaps in renewable energy generation, potentially halving wind energy capital costs while doubling production capacity.
The AWETRAIN project, supported by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme, will train 12 Early Stage Researchers to advance the integration of AWE into the industrial energy system. The programme combines cutting-edge research with intersectoral training to develop highly skilled professionals capable of driving the green transition.
The research is organized into 10 multi-disciplinary projects hosted across universities and technology start-ups. The first work package focuses on improving device reliability to enable industrial-scale deployment. The second explores scaling the technology to grid-scale power plants. The third assesses the potential impact of AWE on European electricity grids and identifies the societal and sectoral transformations needed to realize these benefits.
AWETRAIN’s intersectoral training equips Early Stage Researchers with the skills required to operate in multi-disciplinary teams, adapt to evolving sectors, and translate innovative ideas into market-ready solutions. Networking with peers, engaging with industry, and interacting with the public will further enhance their professional development, creating a transferable skill set relevant to any emerging technology.
For participating institutes, this ambitious research and training programme, conducted through international collaboration, will significantly strengthen capacities for innovation and education in renewable energy technologies.