CSIRO’s Innovate to Grow: Energy is now available to small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the energy sector to assist with their research, product development, and innovation goals.
CSIRO’s Innovate to Grow: Energy is a free 10-week virtual learning program.
SME Collaboration Manager for CSIRO Monika Szabo stated that Innovate to Grow is a terrific chance for SMEs wishing to turn a concept into a feasible research and development (R&D) opportunity and hear directly from CSIRO energy specialists.
According to Dr Szabo, the continually changing needs of Australia’s energy sector present numerous chances for innovation.
“There is potential in intelligent models, systems and products to reduce emissions and improve the ways energy is produced, used and stored,” Dr Szabo said.
She added that participants will have received assistance in identifying their aims, establishing a business case for R&D with a university or CSIRO, and even preparing a grant submission by the end of the program.
Fionna Millikan of Green Gravity was a member of the 2022 energy cohort, and she believes the course provided practical advice and assisted her company in generating new opportunities.
“The program was very practical and hands on. [Facilitator] Tony was an excellent steward and the mentor provided excellent advice and connected me with potential research partners,” Millikan said.
Applications for Innovate to Grow: Energy will close on 10 April. The program will commence on 4 May.
