KALCEA
PROJECT AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
Considering the problems explained in the Relevance section, the wider project objective is to create a systematic and structural approach for implementation of knowledge triangle principles, including sharing of knowledge, information, and skills for joint exploitation of research capacities for sustainable growth based on innovation in WBC. We want to create institutional integration of education, research, and innovation.
To fully implement the wider objective, the following specific project objectives are defined:
1. To create a structured multi-country network between the HEIs and industry sector in WBC countries with aims to exploit the full value of collaboration and cooperation (open innovation), making an impact on academia, business, and society.
2. To set-up 5 Knowledge – Innovation Centres at WBC HEIs with the aim to manage knowledge triangle activities in WBC, supported by the innovative cooperation platform
3. To create and implement the professional program in cooperation with the industry sector in the field of Sustainable Energy in 3 WBC HEIs involved
4. To increase awareness on knowledge triangle importance in Albania, Bosnia, and Kosovo.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project and its results will contribute effectively to the objectives of the CBHE action by creating a mechanism for implementation of the knowledge triangle (KT) principles in WBC which will further improve the capacities of WBC HEIs to follow EU strategies and initiatives above mentioned. It will be realized by the creation of the structured cooperation/network of higher education institutions, industry sector representatives, and research institutions in all partner countries involved in the application, which will further enable continuous cooperation in research, education, and innovation. Furthermore, the capacities at all WBC HEIs will be improved by the set-up of Knowledge-Innovation Centers (KIC) and working research teams, which will closely cooperate in the KT activities. Cooperation between the HEIs and industry sector will be realized through collaborative projects to be developed and the implementation of innovative professional programs. One innovative professional program in Sustainable energy will be developed and realized in cooperation with the industry sector which will improve “green” skills. WBC HEIs will promote their new structures and capacities for innovative research at the national, regional, and international levels. Policy on research and innovation will also be developed at all WBC HEIs involved.
Partners
ETHNIKO & KAPODISTRIAKO PANEPISTIMIO ATHINON [NKUA]
Vienna University of Technology (TU WIEN)
Riga Technical University – RTU
CREATIVE THINKING DEVELOPMENT – CRETIDEV
International BURCH University – IBU
University of Dzemal Bijedic Mostar
University of Pristina in Kosovska Mitrovica - UPKM
European University of Tirana – EUT
Polytechnic University of Tirana – PUT
Aleksandër Moisiu University Durrës (UAMD)
KOMPANIJA ZD IRCE a.d. ISTOCNO SARAJEVO
Project Details
Kalcea links: kalcea.com
- Knowledge triangle for a low carbon economy / KALCEA
KALCEA is an Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education project, led by National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
Wider Objective:
The wider project objective is to create a systematic and structural approach for implementation of knowledge triangle principles, including sharing of knowledge, information and skills for joint exploitation of research capacities for sustainable growth based on innovation in WBC. We want to create institutional integration of education, research and innovation.
Specific project Objectives:
To create a structured multi-country network between the HEIs and industry sector in WBC countries with aims to exploit the full value of collaboration and cooperation (open innovation), making an impact to academia, business and society.
To set-up 5 Knowledge - Innovation Centres at WBC HEIs with aim to manage knowledge triangle activities in WBC, supported by the innovative cooperation platform
To create and implement professional programme in cooperation with industry sector in the field of Sustainable energy in 3 WBC HEIs involved
To increase awareness on knowledge triangle importance in Albania, Bosnia and Kosovo
The Consortium has 15 partners, and it is forecasted to last 3 years.
The partners are as following:
- Name of the Institution: Polytechnic University of Tirana
Title of the activity/event: KALCEA Workshop – Introduction to WP4 - Knowledge Triangle for a Low Carbon Economy – “University - industry cooperation and KT mechanisms development”, 25 January, 2022.
Short Description about the activity/event: Polytechnic University of Tirana has organized the workshop within the KALCEA project, funded by the European Union in partnership with Universities of the Western Balkans and European Universities. The purpose of this workshop was for the promote a low pollution economy model “Knowledge Triangle for a Low Carbon Economy”, and to increase the innovative collaboration between HEI and Industry Partners.
The participants of this workshop were the working groups from Albania Partners, management group of the project, participants from industry and participant from universities, students, etc.
Date of the activity/event: 25 January 2022
Photos:
-
Name of the Institution: Polytechnic University of Tirana
Title of the activity/event: WORK AND STUDY FAIR APRIL 2022
Short Description about the activity/event:Polytechnic University of Tirana has participated in the "Work & Study" fair for several years, in order to be as close as possible to the labor and study market. The fair is organized by Tirana Chamber of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the Municipality of Tirana and the Ministry of Education and Sports. During March 2022 the fair moved in different cities of Albania from North to South and on 7-8 April 2022 in the premises of the National History Museum in Tirana.
This event is an excellent and unique opportunity for Albanian youth whose goal is to consolidate relations with the new generation, to help them towards personal and professional achievements regarding the development of capacity. Therefore, PUT has also presented the ongoing project ERASMUS+ KALCEA.
PUT informed the attendants about the KALCEA Project and the aim to promote a low pollution economy model “Knowledge Triangle for a Low Carbon Economy”, and to increase the innovative collaboration between HEI and Industry Partners and students.
The participants of this event were the, institutions, businesses and private companies working groups from PUT, management group of the project, participant from universities, students, other people, etc.Date of the activity/event: 7-8 April 2022
- Photos:
-
-
Name of the Institution: Polytechnic University of Tirana
Title of the activity/event: EU FAIR 9 MAY 2022
Short Description about the activity/event:During the Europe Week 2022 Polytechnic University was part of the Erasmus+ projects presentations disseminating among other projects the KALCEA Project.
The purpose is to strengthen cooperation with institutions, businesses and private companies. PUT informed the attendants about the KALCEA Project and the aim to promote a low pollution economy model “Knowledge Triangle for a Low Carbon Economy”, and to increase the innovative collaboration between HEI and Industry Partners.
The participants of this event were the, institutions, businesses and private companies working groups from PUT, management group of the project, participant from universities, students, other people, etc.Date of the activity/event: 09 May 2022
- Photos
- Name of the Institution: Polytechnic University of Tirana
Title of the activity/event: KALCEA Workshop – Introduction to WP4 - Knowledge Triangle for a Low Carbon Economy - May 16 - 17th, 2022
Short Description about the activity/event: Polytechnic University of Tirana has organized the workshop within the KALCEA project, funded by the European Union in partnership with Universities of the Western Balkans and European Universities. The purpose of this workshop was for the introduction of WP4 of the project. To promote a low pollution economy model “Knowledge Triangle for a Low Carbon Economy”, and to increase the innovative collaboration between HEI and Industry Partners. The participants of this workshop were the work group and management group of the project, partners of the project from different countries, participants from industry, participant from universities, students.
Date of the activity/event: 16-17 May 2022
Photos:
- Name of the Institution: Polytechnic University of Tirana
Title of the activity/event: JOB FAIR AT POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF TIRANA, 2 JUNE 2022.
Short Description about the activity/event:At the Polytechnic University of Tirana, on 2 June 2022, took place the Job Fair. More than 40 institutions and companies, with which UPT has cooperation, attended the activity
The purpose of the Job Fair is to strengthen cooperation with institutions, businesses and private companies.
During the Job Fair, the companies presented their activity, as well as the opportunities they offer and Polytechnic University of Tirana had the opportunity to inform them about the curricula development and Capacity building projects that are in process of implementation. PUT informed the attendants about the KALCEA Project and the aim to promote a low pollution economy model “Knowledge Triangle for a Low Carbon Economy”, and to increase the innovative collaboration between HEI and Industry Partners.
The participants of this event were the, institutions, businesses and private companies working groups from PUT, management group of the project, participant from universities, students, etc.
Date of the activity/event: 2 June 2022
Photos:
Name of the Institution: Polytechnic University of Tirana
Title of the activity/event: ERASMUS DAY AT POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF TIRANA, 14 OCTOBER 2022.
Short Description about the activity/event: At the Polytechnic University of Tirana, on October 14, 2022, Erasmus day took place with the students and staff of the Polytechnic University of Tirana.
During this activity, students and staff were introduced to the Erasmus program, as well as the projects involving the Polytechnic University of Tirana.
PUT informed the attendants about the KALCEA Project and the aim to promote a low pollution economy model “Knowledge Triangle for a Low Carbon Economy”, and to increase the innovative collaboration between HEI and Industry Partners and students.
Date of the activity/event: 14 October 2022
Photos:
Name of the Institution: Polytechnic University of Tirana
Title of the activity/event: KALCEA Local Workshop Polytechnic University of Tirana, 26, 27 January 2023
Short Description about the activity/event: Polytechnic University of Tirana has organized the workshop within the KALCEA project, funded by the European Union in partnership with Universities of the Western Balkans and European Universities. The purpose of this workshop was for the promote a low pollution economy model “Knowledge Triangle for a Low Carbon Economy”. To increase the innovative collaboration between HEI and Industry Partners. The discussion was regarding the Implementation of the courses; Policy on research and Innovation; Creating of the new innovative research project by offering innovative technological solution in the field of energy; Industry Perspective in Knowledge transfer; Training on Learning Factories; etc. The participants of this workshop were the working groups of the project KALCEA from Albanian Partners, management group of the project, participants from industry and participant from universities, students, etc.
Date of the activity/event: 26,27January 2023
Photos:
Title of the activity/event: KALCEA Training of the WBC staff in knowledge triangle activities
February 20th -21st, 2023, Athens, Greece
Short Description about the activity/event: At the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Greece, was held the meeting for KALCEA project.
This meeting is aimed at the development of training, workshop and sharing of experience from European Institutions on these topics: Sensors Lab, Knowledge Triangle implementation case, Living Labs and Science and technology park, Impact of ELEMEND project results onto developing knowledge triangle at UNS, etc. All the partners of the project were
Date of the activity/event: 20,21 February 2023
Photos:
Title of the activity/event: Study visit of the Riga Technical University academic staff to the Polytechnic University of Tirana, Tirana, Albania, March 27th – 29th of 2023
Short Description about the activity/event: At the Polytechnic University of Tirana, Tirana, Albania, was held the meeting for KALCEA project with colleagues from Riga Technical University. This meeting is aimed at the Visiting of the laboratories, presentation of the both universities, and workshop on the development of professional programme in Sustainable Energy and Innovation. Also, a presentation to students was held during this visit.
Date of the activity/event: March 27th – 29th of 2023
Photos:
-
Photos:
