The National Technical University of Athens, one of Greece’s most prestigious and historic academic institutions, participates in the project with the Decision Support Systems Laboratory (EPU-NTUA) team of its School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. EPU-NTUA specializes in interdisciplinary research on decision support systems, energy policy, AI applications, and digital innovation, with a strong track record in coordinating large-scale European research and innovation projects.
In the EnerTEF project, NTUA acts as the Project Coordinator, overseeing the strategic, scientific, and administrative implementation of the initiative. NTUA also leads the BUILD Node, the Greek core node, which focuses on the development and real-world validation of AI solutions for energy efficiency in buildings. The latter role renders NTUA the coordinator of a multi-stakeholder collaboration across Athens city authorities and energy providers to pilot and refine AI tools in various types of buildings.
EUROPEAN DYNAMICS Luxembourg S.A. (ED) is an international ICT company that designs, develops, and supports software systems and e-business solutions for governments, international organizations, and enterprises. Headquartered in Luxembourg, ED operates globally and is recognized for its expertise in e-government platforms, secure data management, and large-scale digital infrastructure development.
In the EnerTEF project, ED acts as the Technical Coordinator, responsible for the development and integration of the central platform that enables access to AI services across the TEF network. ED provides the cross-node IT infrastructure essential to the functioning of all EnerTEF Nodes. The company leads the creation of a federated data space and AI services marketplace, and also leads the design of the federated architecture.
INESC TEC – Institute for Systems and Computer Engineering, Technology and Science is a renowned Portuguese research and technology organization based in Porto. With a strong focus on applied research and technology transfer, INESC TEC brings together academia, industry, and public administration to develop innovative solutions in energy, information systems, robotics, and AI. The institute has a long history of contributing to national and European energy research initiatives.
In the EnerTEF project, INESC TEC plays a critical role as the administrator of the RES Node, focusing on Operators and Tech Developers of renewable energy systems. It provides virtual infrastructure that supports the modeling, simulation, and validation of AI services in the renewable energy domain. INESC TEC focuses on the integration of virtual testing facilities into the federated EnerTEF network, enabling interoperability across nodes and enhancing the robustness of AI experimentation in the project.
Companhia da Energia Oceânica SA (CEO) is a Portuguese renewable energy company specializing in ocean and wave energy technologies. With expertise in harnessing marine resources for sustainable power generation, CEO operates testing and demonstration infrastructures that support innovation in offshore renewable systems. The company plays an active role in Portugal’s transition to clean energy through its contributions to advanced wave energy systems.
In the EnerTEF project, CEO is a core participant in the RES Node in Portugal, providing real-world ocean energy facilities for the testing and validation of AI solutions. As a wave energy technology provider, CEO enables the deployment of AI services in a dynamic offshore environment, helping validate performance, efficiency, and reliability.
In the EnerTEF project, Rebase Energy contributes as a specialized AI developer, supporting the RES Node. The company provides advanced AI models that enhance the planning and optimisation of distributed energy systems.
CorPower Ocean AB is a Swedish company pioneering the development of high-efficiency wave energy technology. With a mission to make wave energy a competitive and reliable renewable source, CorPower designs and deploys advanced wave energy converters that contribute to clean energy systems. The company operates testing and demonstration facilities that support innovation in marine energy technologies.
In the EnerTEF project, CorPower Ocean contributes to the RES Node, bringing its wave energy technology into real-world AI testing environments. CorPower is a turnkey supplier of wave energy systems, focusing on testing a patented buoy for wave energy on-site. As a designer and provider of renewable energy products, CorPower enables demonstrations of AI-enhanced control, monitoring, and forecasting systems for offshore energy.
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a mission-driven research and technology organization that develops advanced technologies to drive digital and ecological transitions. Based in Luxembourg, LIST conducts interdisciplinary applied research in fields such as environmental sustainability, IT, materials science, and smart energy systems, fostering innovation through close collaboration with industry and public stakeholders.
In the EnerTEF project, LIST serves as the Scientific Coordinator, guiding the strategic research direction and ensuring the scientific excellence of the initiative. It coordinates the EV Node, which focuses on the testing and validation of AI-driven solutions for e-mobility and energy storage. LIST is responsible for the co-creation and definition of trustworthy AI services and architecture, engaging energy actors and AI developers in practical experimentation frameworks.
Energiepark Reiden SA is a Luxembourg-based energy infrastructure operator focused on advancing renewable energy and sustainable mobility solutions. The company provides a real-world testbed environment for the integration and demonstration of clean energy technologies, with a strong emphasis on energy storage, community-scale systems, and electric mobility.
In the EnerTEF project, Energiepark Reiden is a key contributor to the EV Node. It offers physical infrastructure for the deployment and validation of AI-driven services related to energy storage and e-mobility. The company actively participates in demonstration activities that assess the performance and scalability of AI solutions for community energy storage systems and electric vehicle integration.
EMOTION Srl. is a Luxembourg-based SME specializing in e-mobility and energy storage solutions. The company focuses on developing and implementing innovative technologies that enhance the integration of electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems into the energy grid, contributing to sustainable and efficient energy management.
In the EnerTEF project, it serves as a key technology provider within the EV node, focusing on EV and storage services. The company develops and tests AI services aimed at optimizing EV integration and energy storage management.
ComSensus d.o.o. is a Slovenian SME specializing in advanced ICT solutions, with a focus on grid monitoring, AI-driven analytics, and digital tools for energy system observability and coordination. The company provides tailored technologies to support smart grid evolution, with experience in data integration, system intelligence, and secure energy infrastructure design.
In the EnerTEF project, ComSensus is a vital member of the TSO Node in Slovenia, delivering key ICT components that enhance coordination between transmission and distribution system operators. The company is responsible for ensuring the AI experiments ethical, legal and regulatory compliance to applicable frameworks, and focuses on the development of a security layer for federated data access. Additionally, ComSensus is charge with the development of an AI-driven recommendation engine that offers SMEs/Startups service development consultation.
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ELES d.o.o. is the national Transmission System Operator (TSO) of Slovenia, responsible for the reliable operation, development, and maintenance of the country’s high-voltage electricity network. With decades of experience in grid planning and operation, ELES is actively involved in research and innovation projects focused on the digitalization and decarbonization of the energy sector.
In the EnerTEF project, ELES is the core partner leading the TSO Node in Slovenia, enabling large-scale demonstrations of AI services for transmission and distribution coordination. The company functions as the TEF node host, data, and computing facility provider, bringing real grid infrastructure into the federated platform. ELES is also charged with the integration of the physical testing facilities.
Jožef Stefan Institute (JSI) is the leading national research organization in Slovenia, dedicated to cutting-edge scientific research, development, and innovation in natural sciences, life sciences, and engineering. With a multidisciplinary team of experts and a strong emphasis on international collaboration, JSI plays a key role in advancing technological progress and supporting the digital and green transformation of society through applied research, high-tech solutions, and strategic partnerships.
In the EnerTEF project, JSI acts as a key partner by providing advanced computing facilities and AI expertise. As a co-provider of the TEF TSO Node infrastructure, JSI supports the development and validation of AI models and algorithms crucial for energy applications. Its high-performance computing resources, specifically designed for AI workloads, will play a central role in federating the creation of the regulatory sandbox.
Elektro Gorenjska d.d. is a regional Distribution System Operator (DSO) in Slovenia, managing and maintaining the medium- and low-voltage electricity network across the Gorenjska region. The company is committed to modernizing grid operations through digital technologies and supports innovation in smart grid services, energy efficiency, and renewable integration.
In the EnerTEF project, Elektro Gorenjska is a core partner of the TSO Node in Slovenia, assisting the creation of a robust TSO-DSO coordination framework for AI testing and validation. Its involvement ensures that AI-based solutions are tested across real DSO infrastructure, with a view to enhancing grid efficiency.
RWTH Aachen University, through its Institute for Automation of Complex Power Systems (ACS), is a leading German research institution at the forefront of energy systems automation, smart grid technologies, and cyber-physical energy infrastructure. ACS specializes in system-level innovation and is deeply engaged in European research projects targeting digitalization and the energy transition.
In the EnerTEF project, RWTH coordinates activities within the DSO Node, which enable AI companies developing services for DSOs to speed up and finetune, as well as demonstrate use cases in a near-real world environment. Furthermore, the university is charged with the seamless federated integration of all Nodes and Satellites. Finally, RWTH supports on data governance frameworks and develops the AI experimentation workbench—a core environment for designing and running AI energy service trials.
GridHound GmbH is a German SME that develops AI-based software solutions for electric grid planning and control, with a focus on predictive analytics and optimization in medium- and low-voltage distribution systems. The company provides intelligent automation tools that help utilities improve grid flexibility, reliability, and efficiency in the context of increasing decentralization.
In the EnerTEF project, GridHound contributes to the DSO Node in Germany, and develops smart solutions for strategic planning, project management, data quality management, data analytics, grid planning and control for electric grids, with focus primarily on the medium and low-voltage sections. The company implements and tests its grid solutions within real and simulated environments, validating performance in coordination with utilities and lab partners. GridHound enhances the EnerTEF platform through applied, field-oriented AI integration.
es-geht! Energiesysteme GmbH is a German consultancy specializing in energy systems management and the application of AI in grid operations. The company supports utilities, technology providers, and policymakers in designing and deploying innovative digital solutions that enhance power system flexibility, efficiency, and resilience.
In the EnerTEF project, es-geht! plays an advisory and implementation role, supporting the DSO Node in Germany. It offers consulting, education, and support for companies for a sustainable transition, and in particular energy systems services for grid operators and AI solutions for energy management. The company is actively contributing to use-case definition, stakeholder engagement, and long-term strategy development for AI-enabled grid services.
SWW WunsiedelGmbH is a municipal utility company based in Wunsiedel, Germany, providing electricity, water, heat, gas, and telecommunications services. The company is recognized for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, notably through initiatives like the "WUNsiedler Weg," which focuses on integrating renewable energy sources and advanced energy storage solutions into the local grid.
In the EnerTEF project, SWW Wunsiedel contributes to the DSO Node, offering its infrastructure and expertise for the testing and validation of AI-driven grid management solutions. The company is acting as the End-User of this Node.
Public Power Corporation S.A. (PPC) is Greece’s largest electric utility, with a total generation capacity of 10.7 GW, including thermal, hydro, and renewable energy sources. PPC serves approximately 8.7 million customers across Greece and Romania, providing electricity and advanced energy services. The company has been a driving force in Greece's energy sector for over 70 years, recently focusing on decarbonization and digital transformation initiatives.
In the EnerTEF project, PPC plays a dual role. First, it is a key partner in the BUILD Node, collaborating with the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) to develop and test AI-driven solutions for building energy efficiency. Second, it contributes to the RES Node supporting the integration and testing of AI services in renewable energy systems. PPC provides its extensive infrastructure and expertise to facilitate the deployment and validation of AI services in real-world settings. The company focuses on the demonstration of AI-enabled services in both building energy management systems and renewable energy applications.
The City of Athens is the capital city’s governing authority, responsible for public services, infrastructure, urban planning, and sustainability initiatives across the city of Athens. With a strong commitment to innovation and smart city development, the municipality plays a central role in advancing digital and green transitions in urban environments.
In the EnerTEF project, the City of Athens operates as a living lab host within the BUILD Node. It contributes with several municipal, tertiary and residential buildings aspiring to build a broad city-level innovation hub. Additionally, it acts as an end-user that provides the specifications of services to meet city-level objectives.
DAEM S.A. is the official IT company of the Municipality of Athens, providing digital services and smart technology infrastructure to support public administration, citizen engagement, and urban innovation. With a strong track record in smart city initiatives, DAEM leads the development and deployment of ICT platforms that enable data-driven governance and energy efficiency in urban environments.
In the EnerTEF project, DAEM is a key implementer within the BUILD Node, where it integrates AI services across building energy management and city-scale operations. Leveraging its digital infrastructure, DAEM connects real-world public assets to EnerTEF’s testing framework. The company coordinates pilot activities across all nodes and satellites to demonstrate the AI services in real-time or near-real time operational environments.
Université de Technologie de Belfort-Montbéliard (UTBM) is a French technical university specializing in engineering and applied sciences, with a strong focus on energy systems and hydrogen technologies. UTBM hosts advanced research facilities dedicated to fuel cells, electrolyzers, and hydrogen storage, contributing significantly to the development of sustainable energy solutions.
In the EnerTEF project, UTBM hosts the TEF H2 satellite in France, which brings an innovative approach harnessing the adaptability of hydrogen systems as vital components of a broader energy infrastructure, targeting key goals in energy efficiency and sustainability. Eventually, UTBM contributes to demonstrations on the hydrogen satellite to test AI services for hydrogen energy applications.
The Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems & Automation (LMS), part of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics at the University of Patras, is a leading Greek research center specializing in advanced manufacturing systems, industrial automation, and energy efficiency. LMS focuses on the development of innovative manufacturing processes, simulation, robotics, and AI-driven tools for smart factories. It operates a fully equipped machine shop and virtual reality infrastructure, supporting both physical and digital experimentation in industrial settings.
In the EnerTEF project, LMS operates a TEF IND satellite in Greece, focusing on energy efficiency in manufacturing processes. It provides both physical and virtual infrastructure to support AI experimentation in industrial energy optimization. Additionally, LMS is conducting demonstrations on manufacturing energy use-cases to test AI services for energy optimization in industrial environments. Lastly, LMS galvanizes awareness creation, knowledge transfer and dialogue among stakeholders.
Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, specializing in water management, waste management, and energy services. The company designs and provides solutions that contribute to the sustainable development of communities and industries, focusing on resource optimization and environmental protection.
In the EnerTEF project, Veolia operates a satellite node within the TEF DHN Sattelite, which aims to optimise energy resources used to produce heating or cooling by a District Heating and Cooling Network. Veolia is providing its infrastructure and expertise for the testing, validation and demonstration of AI-driven solutions in district heating systems.
PricewaterhouseCoopers Business Solutions S.A. (PwC Greece) is a leading professional services firm offering consulting, assurance, and tax services. The firm specializes in sustainability, digital transformation, and strategic advisory, assisting clients in navigating complex regulatory environments and achieving long-term growth.
In the EnerTEF project, PwC Greece serves as the business consultancy partner, focusing on scaling-up and the long-term sustainability of the EnerTEF activities. With its business consultancy and legal advisory expertise, the firm supports the AI living labs, perform stakeholders analyses and lead the development of innovative business models to support the expansion and self-sufficiency of EnerTEF.