Technical University of Crete (TUC) is a dynamic and research-oriented public technical university with a clear mission: to expand knowledge and benefit society through research fully integrated with education. Despite its relatively young age, TUC ranks among the most prominent research institutions in Greece, supported by more than 70 well-equipped laboratories, advanced technological infrastructure, and […]
TerraEye is a technology-driven platform that leverages satellite imagery and machine learning to support mineral exploration and subsurface analysis. By transforming large-scale Earth observation data into actionable insights, TerraEye enables rapid identification of mineralisation patterns and high-potential mineral deposit areas. The platform combines advanced geospatial analytics, artificial intelligence, and domain expertise to deliver data-driven decision […]
Poltegor-Institute is a Polish research institute specialising in opencast mining and associated engineering disciplines. The institute brings together a broad range of specialised departments and laboratories, delivering research, project work, and comprehensive technical services across mining, geology, environmental sciences, hydrogeology, and conveyor belt technologies. With strong experience in applied research and real-world mining operations, Poltegor-Institute […]
PGE Górnictwo i Energetyka Konwencjonalna S.A. (PGE GiEK) is a key industrial company within PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna S.A., the largest power utility group in Poland. PGE GiEK operates across the full value chain of lignite mining and conventional power generation, producing electricity and heat for the national energy system. The company is the leading […]
The University of Petroșani is a public technical university in Romania with a long-standing tradition in engineering education and research, particularly in mining, energy, and applied geosciences. The university plays an important role in educating engineers and specialists who support industrial development and the sustainable management of natural resources. Through its academic programmes and research […]
Complexul Energetic Oltenia is a Romanian energy company operating at the interface of conventional power generation and large-scale energy infrastructure. The company plays a significant role in the national energy system, contributing operational experience related to complex energy assets and industrial-scale facilities. With a background rooted in conventional energy production, Complexul Energetic Oltenia brings practical […]
AGH University of Krakow is one of Poland’s leading technical universities, recognised internationally for its strong research profile in engineering, geosciences, and applied technologies. With a long-standing tradition of industry collaboration, AGH combines scientific excellence with practical problem-solving across the energy, mining, and infrastructure sectors. A key area of expertise at AGH is geotechnics, geomechanics, […]
Lignitorycheia Achladas S.A. is a family-owned lignite mining company active since 1936 and one of the longest-operating mining enterprises in Greece. As the largest and oldest mining company in the Florina region, it plays an important role in the economic and social fabric of Western Macedonia. Operating one of the largest private lignite mines in […]
While autumn was settling across much of Europe, the GrEnMine consortium gathered in Crete for its 3rd project meeting — two days dedicated to advancing the development of gravitational energy storage in post-mine areas. The event was hosted by the Technical University of Crete (TUC), whose team provided both the venue and an inspiring academic […]
Some places carry history.Some projects know how to carry it forward. GrEnMine was presented at the recent Research Fund for Coal and Steel (RFCS) Coordinators’ Meeting hosted by the Technical University of Crete. Among numerous forward-looking initiatives shaping Europe’s industrial and energy transition, GrEnMine offered a distinct perspective: transforming post-mining landscapes into long-duration energy storage […]