Swiss-Latvian Smart Energy Digital Center

The Swiss–Latvian Smart Energy Digital Centre (DC) is a virtual collaborative platform established within the LACISE project to strengthen long-term cooperation between research, industry, and innovation ecosystems in Switzerland and Latvia.

Building on the networks and expertise developed through LACISE, the DC extends collaboration beyond the project lifetime. It operates as a flexible, activity-driven platform that supports knowledge exchange, joint initiatives, and translating research results into practical applications in smart energy.

Mission and scope

  • Facilitate knowledge transfer between academia and industry;
  • Provide a trusted platform for dialogue and collaboration between researchers, companies, and innovation stakeholders;
  • Support the development of joint research and innovation projects;
  • Enable matchmaking and networking across Swiss and Latvian ecosystems;
  • Promote emerging technologies and innovation opportunities relevant to both countries.

Activities

  • Join our bimonthly webinar series to explore cutting-edge research, industry trends, and emerging technologies. Held on Wednesdays in the second week of the month, these online sessions bring together experts from academia and industry. The first smart energy webinar of 2026 took place on August 12, with upcoming events on October 14 (Batteries) and December 9 (Hydrogen). More information and registration here;

  • Thematic workshops and expert discussions organised in Latvia and Switzerland;
  • Matchmaking sessions to support new partnerships and project ideas;
  • Industry–research interaction, allowing companies to present challenges and collaborate with researchers.

The DC programme includes thematic industry-focused events, such as Battery, Hydrogen, and Smart Grid Industry Days, fostering dialogue between research and industry.
See highlights from the first Battery Industry Day.

Long-term perspective

The Swiss–Latvian Smart Energy Digital Centre is envisioned as a sustainable collaborative network, supported by continued partner engagement, joint initiatives, and industry participation. By maintaining strong personal and institutional links, the DC contributes to increased innovation capacity, improved access to funding opportunities, and stronger international collaboration between Latvia and Switzerland.

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