O-CEI Horizon

We’re wrapping up two intense and productive days in Valencia, where the O-CEI project kick-off meeting has officially concluded. Over 120 experts from 20 countries came together to align on our ambitious goals, review the eight pilots, and map out the project’s deliverables. With a clear roadmap ahead, we are ready to tackle the challenges of building sustainable, energy-optimized Cloud-Edge-IoT infrastructures. The collaboration and engagement during the kick-off meeting have laid a strong foundation, and we’re excited to drive meaningful progress in the months to come. Here’s to a successful journey of innovation and impact! #OCEIProject #EnergyFlexibility #Innovation #CleanEnergyFuture #Sustainability #EUHorizon Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) FRONT Research Group | NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" Mälardalen University Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH) University of Piraeus Eclipse Foundation InQbit Innovations Synelixis Solutions SA @Ubiwhere Prodevelop Embio Diagnostics Ltd Awake.AI Smart M Power Österreichische Post AG GreenSupplyChain DIH HES-SO Haute école spécialisée de Suisse occidentale Digital for Planet ZettaScale Technology Innovalia Association Enemalta Phoenix Systems Chocolate Cloud ApS XLAB Zetrack FIWARE GARAIA KOOP Schneider Electric Applied Research to Technologies (ares2t) CLEMAP CMA CGM E-GAP IBS PAN - Systems Research Institute, Polish Academy of Sciences OpenNebula Systems Systems Security Laboratory (SSL)

Pilot 8 aims to enhance social engagement and acceptability of energy flexibility in urban areas. Located in Meyrin and Valais, Switzerland, this pilot integrates innovative Smart IoT solutions into the O-CEI platform to boost user acceptance and promote active participation in energy management. Partners include Polygones, CLEMAP, @HES-SO Haute école spécialisée de Suisse occidentale, and Val D’Anniviers. By democratizing energy demand forecasting for EV charging, integrating Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technologies, and using advanced AI models for energy prediction, we’re creating new Smart Energy Services (SES). Additionally, in Val D’Anniviers, decentralized analytics improve energy forecasting for villages and ski stations. Together, we’re shaping the future of energy engagement for sustainable, smart cities. #OCEIProject #SmartEnergy #UrbanInnovation #EnergyFlexibility #Sustainability #IoT

We’re excited to introduce Pilot 7 of the O-CEI Project, focused on optimizing EV charging through secure, reliable 5G networks in Lombardy, Italy. Partners include GAP, Nova, @Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH), and @Applied Research to Technologies (ares2t). This pilot leverages a private 5G network and cybersecurity measures to enhance EV charging efficiency, reduce costs, and enable data-driven services. By transforming chargers into intelligent, bidirectional elements, O-CEI microservices optimize power flow and grid balancing. Additionally, the pilot focuses on improving trust and security in EV charging data exchange, using continuous monitoring and response to cyber threats. Together, we’re shaping a more efficient, secure EV ecosystem. #OCEIProject #EVCharging #5G #Cybersecurity #Sustainability #Innovation

We’re excited to introduce Pilot 6, focused on optimizing energy use and sustainability in Spain’s kiwi farming industry. Partners include GARAIA KOOP, Innovalia Association, Zetrack and @Agrimac. This pilot uses O-CEI’s monitoring, data integration, and decentralized computing to enhance the efficiency of electric tractor operations, reducing emissions and energy costs. By leveraging real-time energy consumption data, AI-driven task planning, and autonomous re-charging strategies, we’re helping farmers improve productivity and sustainability. Together, we’re driving smarter, greener agriculture for the future. #OCEIProject #SustainableAgriculture #ElectricTractors #SmartFarming #Innovation

Pilot 5 focuses on sustainable Halloumi cheese production in Cyprus. Partners include GreenSupplyChain DIH, Embio Diagnostics Ltd, and Charalambides Christis LTD. Using O-CEI technologies for IoT-based monitoring and energy optimization, this pilot aims to reduce the energy footprint of dairy production while promoting environmentally friendly farming practices in challenging climates. Through AI, edge intelligence, and secure data sharing, we’re optimizing livestock management, energy use, and production practices for a more sustainable future. Excited to be part of this transformative project! #OCEIProject #SustainableAgriculture #SmartEnergy #Innovation #DairyProduction

The fourth pilot focused on optimizing energy usage in Malta’s port operations. Located at Malta Freeport, this pilot uses O-CEI technologies to align energy demand with capacity, improving vessel energy management, terminal operations, and home consumer energy usage through real-time adjustments and AI-driven predictions. Partners include CMA CGM, Prodevelop, Awake.AI, Enemalta and Schneider Electric. Together, we’re creating smarter, more sustainable energy ecosystems for a greener future. Stay tuned for updates on this game-changing project! #OCEIProject #SustainableEnergy #PortInnovation #Malta #SmartEnergy

The third pilot focuses on optimizing the operations of the Austrian Postal Service’s 5,000 electric trucks. This initiative aims to reduce emissions, improve energy consumption, and enhance grid stability through intelligent charging strategies, Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology, and renewable energy integration. The pilot is a collaboration between the Österreichische Post AG, Energie Steiermark AG, and AVL. It leverages O-CEI software to enable real-time data sharing between the electric fleet and charging stations, driving smart, sustainable energy and mobility strategies. We’re excited to be part of this impactful journey and look forward to the results of this innovative collaboration. #OCEIProject #Electromobility #SustainableTransport #EVCharging #EnergyManagement #Innovation

We’re excited to unveil Pilot 2 under the O-CEI Project, focusing on the Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs) to enhance Vehicle-as-a-Service (VaS) in urban areas. Taking place in Timisoara, Romania, this pilot scales Continental’s innovations, transforming SDVs into dynamic hubs for computation, data exchange, and context-aware connectivity. In partnership with Continental @FENIX - European Federated Network of Information eXchange in LogistiX, and ERTICO - ITS Europe, Pilot 2 integrates cutting-edge O-CEI-enabled technologies to address critical aspects of urban mobility. It introduces innovative SDV scenarios that elevate safety, sustainability, fleet management, and energy optimization. By harnessing AI-driven tools, edge computing, and V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) capabilities, the pilot optimizes vehicle safety systems, enhances EV efficiency, and seamlessly integrates vehicles into the energy grid for a smarter, greener future. These advancements position SDVs as pivotal elements of urban infrastructure, capable of revolutionizing how cities approach mobility, energy, and sustainability. With Pilot 2, we’re driving innovation to reshape urban mobility for a more connected and sustainable future. Stay tuned for updates on this transformative journey as we redefine the role of vehicles in modern urban ecosystems! #OCEIProject #SoftwareDefinedVehicles #UrbanMobility #Sustainability #Innovation

We’re thrilled to introduce Pilot 1 under the O-CEI Project, which is focused on optimizing electric grid performance through the integration of renewable energy sources (RES). Taking place in three key locations - Limerick (Ireland), Krk Island (Croatia), and Île-de-France (Paris, France) - Pilot 1 addresses unique challenges in energy management. Collaborating with esteemed partners EDF, Smart M Power, UCC, and Mälardalen University, the pilot demonstrates the potential of cutting-edge technologies like edge computing, decentralized learning models, and AI to deliver innovative, sustainable energy solutions. The 6 scenarios of this pilot will contribute to a robust and adaptable grid system, paving the way for a sustainable energy future. This pilot reflects our commitment to driving impactful change and fostering resilient energy systems that benefit communities worldwide. Stay tuned as we share updates from this transformative journey! #OCEIProject #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #SmartGrids

✨ We’re excited to kick off the O-CEI project, with over 120 experts gathering in Valencia to launch this ambitious initiative. Decentralized infrastructures like Cloud-Edge-IoT (CEI) networks are driving demand for data and computing power, energy consumption. Costs and emissions are also soaring. O-CEI addresses these challenges by creating an open, interoperable CEI platform to facilitate real-time data sharing and seamless collaboration across sectors. O-CEI aims to accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge solutions for energy optimization. By promoting multi-sided marketplaces and advancing open standards, the project empowers industries to: 🌍 Reduce environmental impact 🔋 Optimize resource usage ⚡ Adapt to dynamic energy demands 🔢 O-CEI in Numbers: 📍 58 partners from 20 countries 📍 6 strategic verticals, 8 large-scale pilots, 28 real-world scenarios and 2 Open Calls We are thrilled to work on this large project and to pave the way for a sustainable and resilient digital infrastructure, supporting Europe’s transition to a cleaner energy future! #OCEIProject #CloudEdgeIoT #EnergyFlexibility #Sustainability #HorizonEurope Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) FRONT Research Group | NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" Mälardalen University Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH) University of Piraeus Eclipse Foundation InQbit Innovations Synelixis Solutions SA Ubiwhere Prodevelop Embio Diagnostics Ltd Awake.AI Smart M Power Österreichische Post AG GreenSupplyChain DIH HES-SO Haute école spécialisée de Suisse occidentale Digital for Planet ZettaScale Technology Innovalia Association Enemalta Phoenix Systems Chocolate Cloud ApS XLAB Zetrack FIWARE GARAIA KOOP Schneider Electric Applied Research to Technologies (ares2t) CLEMAP CMA CGM E-GAP IBS PAN - Systems Research Institute, Polish Academy of Sciences OpenNebula Systems Systems Security Laboratory (SSL)