On December 16, 2024, the INNOX Center at the International Balkan University on the Main Square Macedonia, Skopje became a hub for innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions in Smart Electricity, Vocational Excellence, and Energy Efficiency.
Experts, stakeholders, and industry leaders gathered to discuss three groundbreaking projects that aim to revolutionize Macedonia’s approach to sustainable energy, vocational training, and workforce mobility over the next three years.
Highlights from the Panel Discussion
SEBCoVE (Smart Electricity for Buildings – Centers of Vocational Excellence)
Budget: €3.7M
Goal: Establish centers of excellence for smart electricity in buildings.
Partners: Emkice KIC, Center for South East Planning Region, and SSKM (Macedonian Chamber of Commerce)
MOBUILDING (Mobility for Apprentices in the Building Sector)
Budget: €1.25M
Goal: Enable apprentices to develop essential skills and experience across borders.
Partner: Emkice KIC
ELeVATE (Empowering Women in Net-zero Technologies)
Budget: €1.24M
Goal: Bridge gender gaps and empower women in zero-emission technologies.
Partners: Emkice KIC and Center for South East Planning Region
Why It Matters
These projects are game-changers for Macedonia’s green future. They address critical gaps in skills, gender equity, and innovation while supporting Macedonia’s alignment with EU sustainability goals.
The panel discussions emphasized the need for collaboration, workforce development, and mobility to meet future demands in the energy and building sectors.
A Call for Collaboration
The event provided a platform for knowledge-sharing, interdisciplinary partnerships, and joint action. Attendees left inspired, motivated, and ready to contribute to Macedonia’s energy transformation.
We’re looking for partners, collaborators, and changemakers to join us on this transformative journey. If you’re interested in supporting or learning more about these initiatives, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact us at: info@acrid.eu