FORGING

Shaping a more responsible future with Tech: webinar on Bio-inspired materials
2025-01-23 10:30 - 12:00 UTC
Don’t miss this opportunity! Building on the momentum of our first webinar on Artificial Intelligence and our second on Cybersecurity, we are excited to have our third module on Bio-inspired materials.
This webinar is taking place on 23 January 2025, from 10.30 to 12.00 (CET) and is focusing on the human-centric technologies and the societal impact of bio-inspired materials innovations. The draft agenda is available here.
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This webinar is free of charge, but registration is mandatory.

Novel Enabling Technologies for a Sustainable Future: workshop on Energy efficiency | Madrid (Spain)
2025-01-30 16:00 - 2025-01-31 14:00
Take part in this exceptional opportunity! Our last workshop will focus on Energy Efficiency and will take place on 30 to 31 January 2025 in Madrid (Spain). This workshop intends to co-define potential use cases in a specific application sectors for energy efficiency.
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More details on the workshop here
Let’s create the technology of the future together!
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Logistics
Q: When and where will the workshop take place?
A: The FORGING co-creation workshops will take place on 30-31 January at the Comet Retiro – Calle Alfonso XII n30, 28014 Madrid, Spain.
Q: What is the structure of the workshop over the two days?
A: The workshop will last one afternoon and one morning and follow this structure:
Day 1:

16:00-16:15: Participant registration and welcome
16:15-16:45: Keynote speech
16:45-17:45: Overview of FORGING and presentation of results
18:00-19:00: Networking cocktail

Day 2:

09:00-12:30: Co-creation activities in working groups to co-define potential use cases
12:30-13:00: Presentation of use cases and conclusions
13:00-14:00: Lunch break (end of the workshop)

Q: Will travel and accommodation expenses be reimbursed?
A: Yes, participants will be reimbursed for their travel and accommodation expenses. Detailed information on the Terms of Reference for the reimbursement will be provided after registration.
Q: How can one participate in the workshop?
A: Please follow these steps to enroll in the workshop:

Fill in the registration form through this link.
Wait for an email confirming your attendance.
Book your travel and accommodation, and save receipts for reimbursement.
Join the workshop, engage with fellow participants, and have fun!

Content
Q: What is the main purpose of the FORGING Workshop?
A: The workshop aims to develop collaborative use cases for novel technologies that can contribute to sustainable future solutions.
Q: What are the key topics that will be discussed during the workshop?
A: Industry 5.0 is the core focus of the workshop. For Energy efficiency workshop, the following technologies will be discussed:

Model Predictive Control,
Platooning,
Flow batteries,
Lithium-ion batteries,
Algae,
Electrochromic glass

Participation Information
Q: How will participants engage during the workshop?
A: Participants will work in groups to develop potential use cases for the technologies discussed. These use cases will be shared with all participants, and later, pathways will be developed to streamline the uptake of these technologies by industries.
Q: Do I need specific knowledge or expertise in all the technologies being considered?
A: No, you do not need to be an expert in all the technologies. The workshop encourages collaboration among participants from diverse backgrounds. While familiarity with digital twins or human machine interaction technologies are helpful, the co-creation activities will enable participants to engage, learn, and contribute alongside peers with varying levels of expertise.
Q: What are the benefits of participating in the workshop?
A:

Exclusive insights: you will receive the latest results from the FORGING project and insights on responsible and sustainable emerging technologies.
Co-creation opportunity: you will help develop innovative use cases for sustainable technologies.
Networking: the workshop provides a platform to connect with European experts and practitioners in innovation and technology.

Q: What comes next after the co-creation workshops?
A: We will select one of the use cases developed at the workshop and work with the technology owner of that use case together with relevant stakeholders to develop a technology deployment pathway for that use case. With these technological pathways we will be positioning technologies at their maturity levels, outlining the further developments required for their absorption (e.g., R&D, industry policy, regulatory frameworks, complementary innovations) and broader impact in society. This will help maturing and reflecting over the decision factors affecting the visibility of the technology for others and impact offered by its adoption. Once the pathways are developed, we will showcase them in relevant events, webinars & brokerage activities.
Feel free to ask if you have more questions about the workshop contacting us at FORGING@apre.it

Shaping a more responsible future with Tech: webinar on Digital Twins
2025-02-06 10:30 - 12:00
Mark your calendars! We are delighted to carry the momentum forward with our fourth webinar of the series “Shaping a more responsible future with Tech”, exploring digital twins innovations.
This webinar is taking place on 6 February 2025, from 10.30 to 12.00 (CET) and is focusing on the human-centric technologies and the societal impact of digital twins innovations. The agenda is available here.
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This webinar is free of charge, but registration is mandatory.

Shaping a more responsible future with Tech: webinar on Energy Efficiency
2025-03-20 10:30 - 12:00
Be sure to take part in this upcoming webinar of the series “Shaping a more responsible future with Tech”. Our second to last webinar will take place on 20 March 2025, from 10.30 to 12.00 (CET) and is focusing on the human-centric technologies and the societal impact of energy efficiency innovations. The draft agenda is available here.
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This webinar is free of charge, but registration is mandatory.

Shaping a more responsible future with Tech: webinar on Human Machine Interaction
2025-04-01 10:30 - 12:00
Our last webinar episode will take place on 1st April 2025, from 10.30 to 12.00 (CET) and will be focusing on human machine interaction innovations. Don’t miss it! The draft agenda is available here.
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This webinar is free of charge, but registration is mandatory.

FORGING Online Knowledge Sharing event
2025-09-26 10:30 - 12:00
Don’t miss the upcoming online FORGING event on Value-sensitive technology-driven innovation in the Industry 5.0 frame: lessons learnt and recommendations, taking place on 26 September 2025 from 10.30 to 12.00 (CET). It will be the occasion to share our work, key insights and policy recommendations, with an external audience. Not only that, but we will also showcase two of our key assets, the forging expert community and the toolbox. The agenda is available HERE.
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