Tour 1: Proteas
When: Friday, 30 August 09AM - 2PM
Tour 1 starts at the EuroSun 2024 conference venue and will take you to the Proteas Solar Research Center.
PROTEAS (Platform for Research Observation and Technological Applications of Solar Energy) is a cutting-edge infrastructure situated on the southern coast of Cyprus, dedicated to research, development, and testing of concentrated solar power (CSP) and solar seawater desalination technologies. It serves as a pivotal hub for advancing CSP systems tailored for island and coastal environments, particularly focusing on small-scale units with substantial storage capacities, crucial for isolated or decentralized power grids. Through collaborative efforts with international partners and rigorous experimentation, PROTEAS aims to spearhead innovative solutions to address the pressing energy and water challenges faced by regions with high solar potential, such as Cyprus and other coastal communities worldwide.
After the visit to Proteas, all attendees will enjoy a delightful traditional Cypriot Mediterranean lunch at Agios Georgios Alamanou Restaurant before concluding the tour back at the conference venue.
To book this tour, please complete your EuroSun 2024 conference registration here first.
Tour 2: Proteas + Foss
When: Friday, 30 August 09AM - 6PM
Tour 2 starts at the EuroSun 2024 conference venue and will take you to the Proteas Solar Research Center for a first stop.
PROTEAS (Platform for Research Observation and Technological Applications of Solar Energy) is a cutting-edge infrastructure situated on the southern coast of Cyprus, dedicated to research, development, and testing of concentrated solar power (CSP) and solar seawater desalination technologies. It serves as a pivotal hub for advancing CSP systems tailored for island and coastal environments, particularly focusing on small-scale units with substantial storage capacities, crucial for isolated or decentralized power grids. Through collaborative efforts with international partners and rigorous experimentation, PROTEAS aims to spearhead innovative solutions to address the pressing energy and water challenges faced by regions with high solar potential, such as Cyprus and other coastal communities worldwide.
After the visit to Proteas, all attendees will enjoy a delightful traditional Cypriot Mediterranean lunch at Agios Georgios Alamanou Restaurant before concluding the tour back at the conference venue.
After lunch, the tour continues to FOSS Research Centre for Sustainable Energy, a pioneering institution established to spearhead research and technological advancements in sustainable energy within Cyprus, with a global outreach aligned with Europe's energy and environmental objectives. Focused on becoming a beacon of excellence in energy research and innovation, FOSS prioritizes thematic areas such as renewable energy sources, distributed generation, smart grids, energy efficiency, and policy economics. With a vision to evolve into a regional hub of research and innovation excellence, FOSS aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, facilitate knowledge transfer, and drive commercialization of energy innovations, thus contributing significantly to the sustainable development of Cyprus, Europe, and the broader MENA region.
After the visit to FOSS, attendees can choose to return to Limassol or they can stay on to enjoy a dinner in Nicosia.
To book this tour, please complete your EuroSun 2024 conference registration here first.