GreenShift

NCI will participate in this project via the Cloud Competency Centre, a dedicated facility committed to bridging HPC, data analytics, and parallel processing with ongoing business and economic developments to produce quality research outputs and collaborations with academic institutions, funding agencies, and companies. NCI will lead the consortium as Coordinator and manage the overall project. 

Romania’s largest technical university, a leading institution in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High- Performance Computing HPC) research and education. UPB offers specialised AI tracks to encourage careers in intelligent applications, machine learning, computer vision, and advanced computing technologies. The High-performance Computing Centre at the Faculty of automatic Control and Computers provides extensive computational resources for scientific research in academia and industry.

Established in 1343, the University of Pisa (UniPi) is a public institution with twenty departments, and high-level research centres. The Department of Computer Science within the University is the oldest in Italy, started in 1969 and active since ‘90s in the area of structured parallel programming models, providing significant contributes in different Computer Science fields, including High Performance Computing and AI. It runs since 2009 a Master program in Computer Science and Networking with the contribute of the department of Information Engineering that provides a significant number of HPC related subjects.

NOVA Information Management School (NOVA IMS), part of Universidade NOVA de Lisboa (UNL), was founded in 1989 and is recognised in Europe as a reference institution in the area of data science, ranked in the world's top 4 of the Best Masters Ranking 2023 by Eduniversal. NOVA IMS’s mission is to push forward the fields of Information Management and Data Science and inspire a new wave of researchers. It has extensive expertise in information management, computer science, and emerging digital technologies like AI. With strong ties to various industries and businesses, NOVA IMS can facilitate collaboration with companies and SMEs, helping them leverage HPC and AI for rapid innovation.

The University of Stuttgart (USTUTT), founded in 1829, hosts the High-Performance Computing Centre Stuttgart (HLRS) as an affiliated research and service institution. HLRS is one of the three national supercomputing centres in Germany and one of the three members of the Gauss Centre for Supercomputing, offering services to users from academia and industry. Expert in applying software engineering methods to the HPC domain and in cloud computing projects, HLRS has been offering training courses in all relevant topics for HPC and AI since more than 25 years and has made HLRS one of the leading training centres in Europe in constant contact with SMEs willing to use HPC to improve their business.

Established in 1969 CINECA operates as a consortium of publicly held entities on a not-for-profit basis, dedicated to advancing the common good and serving the interests of its consortium members and the national system. Its membership comprises 118 entities, including 2 ministries, 70 Italian universities, 46 national public institutions (such as research institutions, university hospital companies-IRCCS, AFAM institutions, agencies, and institutions). CINECA is an infrastructure entity for the EuroHPC JU hosting the pre-exascale HPC system LEONARDO.

HT Group (DT Croatia), Croatia’s leading telecommunications provider, offers extensive fixed and mobile telephony, internet, and data services, covering over 98% of the country with tis mobile network. With deep expertise in broadband deployment, Smart Cities, and sustainable infrastructure, HT supports the GreenShift consortium with its AI and digital innovation knowledge.

DTSL collaborates with industry, society, government agencies and third level institutions, ensuring lifelong learning journeys by enhancing the digital and technology competencies of industry and society. Within its Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet portfolio they have designed and delivered twelve MSc programmes including MSc programmes in Cybersecurity, AI, Blockchain, Solutions Architecture, DevOps amongst others. DTSL also manages the Innovation Forum, the Open-Source network, the Blockchain Ireland cluster and the industry working groups for the National MSc in AI and for Quantum Computing. They have just launched a suite of Quantum Computing learning pathways.

Transition Technologies PSC S.A (TTPSC) experts in digital transformation, combining software and consulting expertise in 23 locations worldwide, specialised in providing innovative solutions for a diverse range of industries and in cutting-edge technologies, focusing on Cloud computing, Industrial Internet of Things, Product Lifecycle Management, Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence.

Founded in 2020 as a pilot program in a Netherlands-based university, ScoutInScience (SIS) is an AI- based Tech Transfer dedicated to unveiling the 80% of groundbreaking research that often goes unnoticed. SIS support universities, governmental agencies, and investors across the globe in unlocking the hidden potential of innovative research and patents as well as converting science into innovative products and services to positively impact society.

Associação para a Inovação e Empreendedorismo de Lisboa (AIEL) is a leading Portuguese innovation body and host of Unicorn Factory Lisboa—ranked among Europe’s top ten start-up hubs by the Financial Times. Positioned at the core of Lisbon’s innovation ecosystem, AIEL connects high-potential entrepreneurs with a global network of incubators, accelerators, and investors. Through Unicorn Factory’s programmes, it fosters tech-driven solutions to major societal challenges and supports international growth via quarterly Demo Days and ecosystem collaborations.

AWS - Amazon Web Services (AWS) is committed to making a positive difference around the world and dedicated to inspiring future talents, especially those from underrepresented and underserved communities. Through Social Impact Programs, AWS helps increase thousands of learners’ access to STEAM education and support their employability. AWS is also engaging a wide range of partners to implement and support Social Impact Project. AWS will support this project as the Chair of the Industry Advisory Board to provide strategic alignment and advice. They will also directly support the GreenShift project by providing training content for learners with AWS professionals.

Adecco Italia SPA (Adecco) the company of The Adecco Group since 1996, Adecco is the world’s leading workforce solutions company, offering flexible placements, permanent placement and outsourcing across all sectors. Its primary focus is on developing and maximizing human capital, with a key objective being to enhance candidate employability and foster continuous growth.

Fastrack into Information Technology (FIT) is a not-for-profit representative organisation of the technology sector committed to growing Ireland’s and EU tech talent pipelines. FIT is the national Coordinating Provider for Tech Apprenticeships delivering programmes in Software Development, Network Engineering and Cybersecurity, with plans to expand into Data Analytics and AI by 2025. FIT designs training aligned with emerging technology trends, enabling diverse learners to acquire in-demand skills.

Matrix is a full-service digital agency established in 2000 implementing communications strategies, cloud-based software solutions, digital platforms and eCommerce websites. Matrix works with leading Irish and international organisations such as the European Commission and several departments of the Irish Government. Matrix’s expertise in sustainable digital solutions for mobility and logistics aligns seamlessly with GreenShift mission to advance green digital skills in the transportation sector.

Schuman Associates SCRL (SA) is one of the leading EU Business Advisory firms headquartered in Brussels, with a network of offices and partners across Europe and the USA. Schuman Associates is known for its technical expertise on EU funding, policy and project implementation. SA are key partners in 8 multi-million-euro digital skills projects, including two €20m DEP funded Master’s programmes (Digital4Business & Digital4Security) and the €4m CloudCamp4SMEs.

European Business and Innovation Centre Network (EBN) is an international association of business support organizations which uses innovation to foster innovative entrepreneurship and contribute to regional development and economic growth. The network gathers 160 members, representing organizations such as business incubators, accelerators, technology parks, regiona development agencies and innovation stakeholders supporting businesses in all stages of their entrepreneurial journey. EBN promotes innovative entrepreneurship in 30+ countries around the world, and support more than 36,000 entrepreneurs, start-ups and SMEs every year. In this project, EBN will be involved as associated partner supporting the consortium by helping with the SME recruitment, onboarding and engagement. EBN will also be part of our advisory board.