The Cyprus Institute has recently joined the SOLARX project, bringing their expertise and innovative spirit to our mission of advancing solar energy technologies in Europe. This collaboration has been made possible through the Hop On Facility scheme, which aims to improve the inclusiveness of Horizon Europe by involving more research institutions from widening countries in collaborative projects.
The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a world-class, non-profit research and educational institution with a strong scientific and technological orientation. It is a regional Center of Excellence, addressing issues of regional interest but of global significance, with an emphasis on cross-disciplinary research and international collaborations. CyI is being developed as an international science and technology organization to strengthen the research community of Cyprus and to help transform its economy to a knowledge-based economy. Recognizing the unique geopolitical location of Cyprus, the Institute aspires to serve as a European Union (EU) gateway to research and technology in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) region and in this way, advance peace and prosperity and promote the cooperation among the peoples of the EMME region for the betterment of their future.
In the SOLARX project, CYI leads work package 8 which focuses on the design, optimization, implementation and demonstration at TRL4, of an airborne light collection and concentration heliostat field monitoring system. Their involvement will enhance our collaborative efforts to improve the efficiency, sustainability, and integration of solar energy systems across the continent.
CyI’s participation in SOLARX aligns perfectly with our goals to push the boundaries of solar technology and address the pressing energy needs of our time. Together, we will work on innovative approaches and technologies that can pave the way for a greener, more sustainable future.
