Politecnico di Milano and ACEA sign three-year agreement
Politecnico di Milano and ACEA have signed a three-year framework agreement aimed at promoting joint activities in training, research and innovation in the sectors of energy, water systems and the circular economy.
The new Joint Research Platform stems from a shared commitment to strengthen collaboration between the academic and industrial worlds, leveraging complementary expertise and creating new opportunities for scientific and technological development. Through this agreement, the two organisations intend to design and implement joint initiatives capable of generating knowledge, innovation and a tangible impact on the key areas of the sustainable transition.
Specifically, the agreement covers several areas of strategic collaboration, including the development of research projects in the fields of water and energy systems, the funding of PhD programmes, and the promotion of initiatives dedicated to career guidance, professional integration and talent development, through the activities of the Politecnico di Milano’s Career Service.
The collaboration will also promote technology transfer and foster the development of new skills, helping to prepare professionals and researchers capable of tackling the challenges of digital transformation and sustainability.
Collaboration between universities and industry is essential for transforming research and expertise into innovation capable of making a tangible difference to the major challenges of the sustainable and digital transition. The agreement stems from shared values and key objectives for the Politecnico di Milano and ACEA: investing in knowledge, developing new skills and creating innovative solutions capable of generating a positive impact on society. The excellence of academic research, combined with experience from the industrial sector, creates new opportunities for growth and contributes to the country’s sustainable development.
Daniele Rocchi, Vice-Rector for Technology Transfer and Corporate Relations at Politecnico di Milano