The European Research Institute of Catalysis (ERIC) is a prominent organization dedicated to advancing catalysis research across Europe. Comprising numerous esteemed research groups, ERIC focuses on both homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, with some involvement in biocatalysis. The institute actively engages in organizing international conferences, events, and educational programs to promote catalysis at both European and global levels. ERIC collaborates closely with public bodies to advocate for clean technologies, supports companies—particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)—and contributes to the development of strategic roadmaps aimed at achieving a sustainable, energy-efficient, and low-carbon future.
In the Green SWaP project, ERIC plays a pivotal role, particularly through its University of Messina unit, in the following areas:
ERIC contributes to defining system and subsystem requirements, developing comprehensive test plans, conducting intermediate Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessments, and formulating a qualification roadmap. Their expertise ensures that the project’s technological developments are systematically evaluated and meet the desired performance standards.
As the leader of this work package, ERIC spearheads efforts to develop innovative methods for harnessing solar energy in space. This includes leading tasks focused on photo/electrochemical synthesis (Task 3.1), plasma-based synthesis (Task 3.2) and High-Test Peroxide (HTP) concentration (Task 3.3), aiming to convert solar energy into usable fuel efficiently.
In addition, ERIC leads multiple key aspects of WP5 dedicated to communication, dissemination and exploitation activities. It coordinates the dissemination strategy (T5.2), leads the efforts to maximize the scientific impact of Green SWaP (T5.3), and oversees data governance, intellectual property rights and open-access policies to ensure knowledge transfer and commercialisation potential (T5.4).
Overall, ERIC actively participates in disseminating project outcomes and engaging with stakeholders. Through its extensive network and involvement in various initiatives, the institute promotes the project’s findings, fosters collaboration, and integrates Green SWaP technologies into broader environmental and industrial applications.
