energy efficiency centre georgia support to renewable energy and energy efficiency utilization for...

25 September, 2015Tbilisi, Georgia

George Abulashvili

Union “Energy Efficiency Centre Georgia”

“Secure, Clean and Efficient Energy”

ENERGY EFFICIENCY CENTRE GEORGIA

Support to renewable energy and energy efficiency utilization for sustainable development and as a result improve national energy security level and minimize negative environmental impact;

Increase awareness of the civil society and the country’s decision makers on the environmentally friendly and economically sound ways of energy production and consumption as well as on the potential for renewable energy and energy efficiency;

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The main objectives of EECG are:

Acting Area:EECG operates in the energy, industrial and building sectors, and provides:Energy Audits, Business Planning; Policy Analysis and Preliminary Feasibility Study, Pre-investment Studies, etc.

Acting Sphere:• Development and implementation of energy saving and energy efficiency

measures in buildings;• Development and implementation of renewable energy projects;• Energy efficiency and clean production industry;• Public awareness campaigns and innovative (renewable energy and energy

efficiency) technologies;

Project: Reinforcing cooperation with European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP) countries on bridging the gap between energy research and energy innovation - ENER2i -

Financied-EU Commission

Project Coordinator – Centre for Social Innovation (ZSI), Vienna, Austria;Duration – 36 Months, October 2013-September 2016;ENP target countries – Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova

EU partners – Austria, Hungary, Germany; (and Netherlands, Norway and others through eseia network)

ener2i – basic facts

•Implemented by a consortium of 11 partners, including: research organisations in the energy and innovation fields, innovation funding agencies, service providers, and SME support agencies.

•Project Budget: around € 1 million, supported in the EU‘s 7th Framework Programme for RTD (FP7).


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Centre for Social Innovation – ZSI, AustriaRegional Centre for Information and Scientific Development - RCISD, Hungary European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance - eseia, AustriaBelarusian Institute of Systems Analysis and Information Support - BelISA, BelarusNational Academy of Sciences – NAS-RA, Armenia Agency for Innovation and Technology Transfer - AITT, Moldova Technology Transfer Association - TTA, ArmeniaBelarusian Innovation Fund - BIF, Belarus Union “Energy Efficiency Centre Georgia” – EEC, Georgiaenergy engineers - ee, GermanyOrganization for Small and Medium Enterprises Sector Development - ODIMM, Moldova

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WP 2: Analysis and Recommendations 2.1. Joint Methodology of Analysis2.2 Analysis and Country Reports2.3. Policy Recommendations and Road Map

WP3: Networking & Technology oriented Brokerage3.1. Local Networking & Brokerage3.2. Trans-national Networking & Brokerage3.3. Clustering

WP4: Training and Capacity Building4.1 Innovation Training Workshops4.2 Twining

WP5: Innovation Support5.1. Strengthen Innovative Thinking5.2. Innovation Voucher Scheme

Main project activities


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WP 2: Analysis and Recommendations (Armenia, Georgia, Belarus, Moldova)2.1. Joint Methodology of Analysis2.2 Analysis and Country Reports2.3. Policy Recommendations and Road Map

Main Activities


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WP3: Networking & Technology oriented Brokerage3.1. Local Networking & Brokerage3.2. Trans-national Networking & Brokerage3.3. Clustering

In (1) June 2015 in Georgia was to organized a Brokerage & Workshop Events event bringing together well-targeted ideas and clearly defined project ideas from the research and business sectors from EU & ENP countries for facilitating knowledge transfer and cooperating joint possible projects. The events was also an important opportunity for local public authorities to engage and learn stakeholders’ needs. The events was aimed at research institutions in EE/RES offering expertise and technologies from the ENP and EU countries, startups and entrepreneurs in EE/RES with project and business ideas, and manufacturers and other companies looking for innovative solutions and new cooperation partners. In addition, during the event was awarded six (6) Innovation Vouchers/ Projects with 4000 Euro that was funded within ENER2i project. Within ENER2i project has been organized EU Brokerage Events (Brussels) as well facilitating contacts and cooperation between ENP area and EU in a field of EE and RES in business. Selection of Georgian participants has been conducting through identification of experts acting in RES/EE filed in the Georgian universities (Tbilisi State University, Georgian Technical University; Ilia State University,) as well as scientific research institutions, private companies and state institutions (GITA). Final decision is made by ENERi project partner from EU countries. From Georgia were participating researchers, entrepreneurs from Technical University, Ilia State University, and State Organization (GITA) working on Biofuel, Wind Energy, Energy Efficiency, Innovation and Technology Development


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WP4: Training and Capacity Building4.1 Innovation Training Workshops4.2 Twining

In (2) June 2015 an one-day innovation training workshop was organized on various aspects of innovation related to EE/RES. This workshop linked to the local brokerages under Local Networking and Brokerage Event. During event EU partners contributed their unique competencies (innovation concepts, clustering, funding of EE/RES innovations, etc.) to the training sessions. The event was organized in cooperation with Georgian Technical University.Twinning is to support the development of the EE/RES sector in Georgia and to build linkages between actors in the ENP and EU countries. Twinning introduces good practice in the countries of the Eastern partnership, and will strengthen the capacities and technological know-how of selected stakeholders in the ENP countries, and enhance mutual learning.There was organized and conducted study visit to Twente University/Netherlands and Summer School in Transylvania University /Rumania. from Georgia were participating searchers from Technical University, Ilia State University working Biomass/Briquette, Biofuel, Wind Energy, Co-evluationary Decisions in Energy fields.


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Concept Realization FinalizationCompetitionPreparation

Design of voucher scheme

Definition of framework + roadmap

Eligibility, evaluation and selection criteria

Communication concept

Presentation to consortium & concept approval

Development of documents

Acquisition of jury members

Preparation of kick-off events

Promotion of competition via consortiums channels

Evaluation (Received proposal & presentations)

Selection of winners

Award ceremony

Signing of contracts

Pre-payments

Project Realization

Monitoring / Counseling

Collecting final reports (results and impacts of innovation projects)

Report assessment

Final payments

Dissemination and usage of results

Ph 2: Implementation IVSasePhase I: Design Innovation Voucher Scheme (IVS)

Voucher announcement & competition Kick-off

Call for proposals

Proposal preparation

Proposal submission

Presentation of ideas



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Innovation Voucher Competition Announcement – March, 2015; Applications Submission End – May, 2015;Project Implementation Period – June – December, 2015 (6 month)

There was submitted 18 Applications that was evaluated by competent jury and was revealed 6 winners

1. Project: “Grid-Tie Solar Photovoltaic Systems for Tbilisi Street Lighting” by LTD “Sun Energy” - 2. Project: “Pellets from Waste Biomass” - LTD “GONI” 3. Project: “Solar Energy Parabolic Steam Generator - LLC “New Technology Center”4. Project: Energy Saver Hybrid-Drying Apparatus of Foodstuff – LTD “GERKY”5. Project : Energy Efficient Constriction Material – LTD “Energy Systems”6. Project: Integrated Innovative Solution of the Problems of Energy Efficiency at Construction and Repairing of the Buildings,

with the Use of Environmentally Pure Insulating Means Based on Local Raw Materials – LTD “IMEDI”


The main objective of Innovation Voucher Competition is to establish and strengthen relationships between SMEs and research institutions through an innovation vouchers by organizing an award for the best innovation project idea. Companies and start-ups with cooperation of research institutions have been able to submit a research problem to be solved or an innovative EE/RES solutionInnovation Voucher - 4000 Euro.


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The main objective of the project is to gain the knowhow and enhance the qualification of Georgian specialists working in Sola PV Systems in accordance with EU standards.

The representative of the “Sun Energy” visited the “Brno University of Technology” and Company “Photon Energy” in Czech Republic where they gained theoretical and practical experience in order to develop a design , installation and service of grid-tie solar PV systems for Tbilisi streets.

The project is implemented in cooperation with “Brno University of Technology” and Company “Photon Energy” in Czech Republic

WP5: Innovation SupportProject: “Grid-Tie Solar Photovoltaic Systems for Tbilisi Street Lighting” Company: “Sun Energy”


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The main objectives of the project are

- to invent of mobile and operated ecologically clean, energy saver drying apparatus; - to invent and test of 2 pilot equipment on destination point, in

agricultural condition;

Mentioned innovated construction drying apparatus gives an opportunity of thrifty using of electric power with using of sunny energy during daytime without deceleration of drying process. Within project is planned to construct trial model, to examine the technical characteristic and work out drying methods.

The project is implemented in cooperation with Georgian Technical University

WP5: Innovation SupportProject: Energy Saver Hybrid-Drying Apparatus of FoodstuffCompany: “GERKY”


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Objective of the innovation project is launch of serial production of small power (1-5 kW) concentrated solar energy parabolic steam generator at the plant of the company. Startup phase involves production of pilot model. Engineers from design department of company and professors from GTU developed shop drawings of the generator. Mechanical and screening part has been produced. Currently preparation of design drawings of solar tracking and automated management systems is ongoing.Temperature of water heated by of solar panels that are commonly used in Georgia is approximately 40-50 C°. Therefore use of such panels is feasible for low temperature consumers in combination with two or three level heat collection buffer reservoirs. In case of use of parabolic steam generator it is possible to heat water to higher degrees or even produce water steam. This innovation will significantly increase area of usage of solar energy.Outcome of the innovation project will be aimed to develop technical passport of steam generator, promotional activities and launch of the product on Georgian market. Support will be used to cover costs of production of promotional materials and marketing tools.

The project is implemented in cooperation with Faculty of Architecture, Urban Planning & design at Georgian Technical University

WP5: Innovation SupportProject: “Project: “Solar Energy Parabolic Steam Generator” Company: “New Technology Center”


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The main objectives of the project is to turn the waste production residues i.e. biomass of cones into renewable, carbon-neutral, eco-friendly fuel – pellets, thus making our production process more eco-friendly and energy efficient. In addition mentioned project gives the solution to waste disposal problem too and it will opens new possibilities to start large scale production of alternative, carbon-neutral, renewable biofuel in Georgia.

The implementation of the project supports to make manufacturing process energy efficient and more environmentally friendly, the problem of waste deposal promotes to be solved and the project creates theoretical and practical basis for production of alternative, renewable, eco-friendly biofuel, which will diversify energy supply, reduce greenhouse gases emissions, and ultimately contribute to strengthening of energy independence of Georgia.

The project is implemented in cooperation with Tbilisi State University, Ilia state University & Graz University of Technology - Austria

WP5: Innovation SupportProject: “Pellets from Waste Biomass” Company: “GONI”


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The main objectives of the project is to produce a little quantity of EE insulating construction material (high efficient porous slate blocks) using existing innovative high temperature furnace.

Expected result: Innovative thermal insulating building material (slate block) will be tested; A certain amount of porous high efficient blocks will be produced; Building weight constructed with slate blocks will be reduced by 15-20%; Heat losses from the walls will be twice less (in case of the slate blocks); Considerable reduction of construction costs; Savings of construction/building materials; Increase demand for slate blocks in the local market; Access to the international market (Possibility of export when production increases); Increased income/profit of the company; Additional benefit for the scientific team;

The project is implemented in cooperation with Georgian Technical University

WP5: Innovation SupportProject: Energy Efficient Constriction Material”Company: “Energy Systems”


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The main objectives of the project is to work out the investment passport of innovative proposal, technical and economic justification and business plan for plant construction for building materials from clay shale and basalt fiber.The clay-shale, which volume only in the Durudji riverbed (Eastern Georgia, t. Kvareli) exceeds 30 million m3. According to preliminary studies from these raw materials may be produced 12 kinds of heat and soundproof building materials or their ingredients for export. For example: wall blocks, bricks, cement mineral additives, expanded clay aggregate and etc. The innovation of project is also in the raw material mixture. For getting porous materials is available natural clay-shale and also the pre-annealed additionally perlite, quartz sand, limes, soda and calcium sulfate, in the ratio of components.

The project is implemented in cooperation with SRO ‘Nanodugabi’ - Georgian Technical University; Association ‘European Studies for Innovative Development of Georgia; SRI Constriction Materials; Research Institute Glass-plastics and Fiber.

WP5: Innovation SupportProject: : Integrated Innovative Solution of the Problems of Energy Efficiency at Construction and Repairing of the Buildings, with the Use of Environmentally Pure Insulating Means Based on Local Raw Materials.

Company: “IMEDI”


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What went well?• High interest and motivation from SMEs & research institutions of

cooperation within innovation projects; • Active involvement of SEMs in the innovation voucher scheme

competition;

Where were the difficulties? • Less experience and capacities in developing of project proposals and

participating in innovation voucher competition; • The scarcity of innovative research activities in the field of RE & EE filed;• The absence of linkages and cooperation between business sector and

research institutions;

WP5: Innovation Support

Georgia: Lessons learnt for the IVC as such


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