• Training Room

    UK NCP Energy at Strathclyde - Part 2
    Provider   Organisational and Staff Development Unit

    First session (1 h): Introductory/General session on Horizon. Second Session (1.5 h): Focus on Energy and Clean Hydrogen A smaller, more targeted session with participants who have expressed interest in these subject areas (identified through mapping or self-selection).

Duration 1 hour 30 mins

Course Type Workshop

Booking Status Now Booking

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Target Audience: All Academics and Research staff interested in applying for Horizon Europe Pillar II calls, with a special focus on Cluster 5 (Climate, Energy and Mobility)

This two-part event, hosted by the International Team in RKES, will be delivered by Conall McGinley, the UK National Contact Point for Energy (Horizon Europe). Conall brings a wealth of experience and insight, making this a great opportunity for you to get practical, tailored advice, explore funding and collaboration opportunities, and ask questions directly to someone who understands the Horizon Europe landscape. Here is what the sessions will cover:

 

PART 1: Getting Started with Horizon Europe (Book Part 1 through the booking system)

Duration: 1 hour (13.00 - 14.00)
Audience: Open to all participants

This session will provide a practical overview of Horizon Europe support mechanisms and proposal development. Topics include:

  • The Role of National Contact Points (NCPs): What they do and how they can help you.
  • General Guidance on Proposal Development: Key strategies for successful applications, including aligning with EU policies, building strong consortia, engaging stakeholders, and leveraging networking opportunities and resources (e.g., COST).

NB: This session is not a walkthrough of the application form but will offer valuable insights and best practices for preparing competitive proposals.

 

30-minute break follows

 

PART 2: Deep Dive – Cluster 5 Focus on Energy & Clean Hydrogen

Duration: 1 hour and a half (14.30 - 16.00)

Audience: this is a smaller, targeted group session dedicated to participants with a specific interest in Cluster 5 topics

This focused session will explore Horizon Europe calls related to Energy and Clean Hydrogen, including:

  • An overview of relevant open and upcoming Cluster 5 calls
  • Insights from a recent mapping exercise and input from participants
  • Opportunities for collaboration through EU partnerships and related initiatives
  • A closer look at selected calls, with space for discussion and Q&A

 

Please note: Participants may choose to attend either or both sessions, depending on their interests.

 

Please direct all enquiries to Dr Arianna Gullo (arianna.gullo@strath.ac.uk) or the wider RKES International Team (rkes-international@strath.ac.uk)

 

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For on-campus activity:

  • Full access information for the venue is available via AccessAble [insert link to the info of the specific venue or building listed on http://accessable.co.uk]
  • Hybrid provision is not available [insert information about hybrid provision]
  • There will be audience participation
  • You are asked to attend the whole session
  • There will be a break
  • In line with current University health and safety guidance, attendees may wish to use face masks. The room will have either mechanical ventilation or passive ventilation (i.e. open windows)
  • Digital copies of resources will be emailed to participants in advance of delivery upon request
  • Please contact osdu-equity@strath.ac.uk to discuss any further access requirements


Delivered By: Conall McGinley (Horizon Europe UK National Contact Point for Energy) & Members of the RKES International team

Prerequisites

None