AMV ELC Learning Community

The energy transition is advancing rapidly, driven by a series of challenging innovations: biomaterials, solar, wind, hydrogen, iron powder, energy storage, hybrid heat pumps, and induction. At the same time, there is a significant shortage in the labour market. The challenge is to bring in enough skilled workers with up-to-date knowledge and expertise in the field.

Cross-border collaboration that combines knowledge from universities and colleges on both sides of the border in the Netherlands and Flanders, along with practical application at specialized companies in the region, offers the solution. Expertise is built through practical experience in remote labs, at affiliated knowledge institutions, and hands-on with companies. This modern approach is attractive for beginners and tailored for skilled professionals.

Working together on the energy transition requires a contemporary approach, learning on the job, 24/7 with experimental setups and coaching. Commitment from companies, educational institutions, politics, and support from policymakers is essential. This project represents the ultimate form of collaboration in the Energy Learning Community (AMV ELC)

AMV ELC is establishing a collaboration aimed at creating a range of tools to support educational institutions and governments in offering appropriate training programs while helping companies find more relevantly trained workers. A strong educational foundation will be laid by compiling an overview of available educational materials, developing new training resources for trainers, and enabling cross-border education through Remote Labs for experimental setups. Additionally, potential workers will be guided towards training programs specifically focused on the energy sector. This approach will ensure that individuals are equipped with the necessary competencies, address the mismatch between labour demand and supply, and prepare the border region for the energy transition.

This Interreg Vlaanderen-Nederland project has been approved and started in September 2023.

Partners: Baandomein, Flux50, Green Energy Park, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Oanax, Schakel Vlaanderen, Syntrum VZW, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven, Universiteit Gent, Volta, The Future.

Interested? Contact us at info@tf-advies.nl or via the contact form.