GENERAL INFORMATION
Brief Project Presentation
Counselling, Training and Certification Services as part of the Project titled “Computing Power Goes Green” with MIS code 5129748
The Technical Chamber of Greece (TEE-TCG), in the context of the Interregional Cross-Border Cooperation Program «Interreg V-B Balkan-Mediterranean 2014-2020», has undertaken, as the Contracting Authority, the implementation of “Counselling, Training and Certification Services” withing the framework of the Project titled “Computing Power Goes Green” with MIS code 5129748. The Project is co- funded by the European Union (European Regional Development Fund - ERDF) and national resources (Public Investments Program – PIP).
Subject of the Project
Subject of the Project is the implementation of Counselling, Training and Certification services for 1.300 beneficiaries from Greece, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Albania and the Republic of North Macedonia, for the acquisition of new skills, knowledge and competences that will substantially improve and promote innovative technologies for increasing the effectiveness of the environmental protection and the efficient use of resources, as well as for supporting modern corporations in adopting and implementing new, environmentally-friendly methods and practices .
Purpose of the training programs
The training programs aim to enable the beneficiaries in acquiring additional skills and knowledge in the field of innovative technologies towards the improvement of the environmental protection and the efficient use of resources. The educational fields of the training programs are also relevant to the sectors of waste management, soil protection and air pollution reduction, while at the same time they support the beneficiaries in managing and make good use of their professional qualifications. Participation in the Certification Exams is in compliance with ISO 17024 protocol, which grants professional rights on European and International level and will positively contribute to boosting employment
Beneficiaries of the Project
The beneficiaries of the Project are professionals, engineers, technicians and anyone interested in participating in this Program. Within the context of the Project, and in more detail, one (1) group counselling session, lasting 45 minutes, as well as the two (2) following training programs will be implemented:
- IT Infrastructure and Systems and Environmental Sustainability
- Modern, Near Zero-Energy Professional Spaces
Every beneficiary is eligible to participate in only one (1) of the abovementioned training programs. The training programs are implemented with regard to adult training methods and protocols. Each of the 2 training programs has a duration of 40 hours and leads to relevant skills certification.
Note: The maximum allowed limit of non-attendance hours of the implemented programs is set to 10% (or 20%) of the total training hours
Any absences exceeding the permissible limits of absences, as specified in the implementation terms of the Call for Expression of Interest, result in expulsion of the right to participate in the Certification Exams, while no certificate of attendance will be granted to those trainees.
The Project’s implementation will cover the whole of the intervention area, namely Greece, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Albania and the Republic of North Macedonia.
Anyone interested may apply and submit documentation from 17/03/2023 until all offered positions are filled according to the Call for Expression of Interest.
For the extensive text of the Call for Expression of Interest press HERE
To apply press HERE
For the list of the supporting documents that are necessary press HERE
Training Programs
In the context of this Project, two (2) training programs will be implemented which were designed based on the needs of the labor market, taking into account the current situation and trends at national and European level.
Each one of the two programs will have a duration of 40 hours (theoretical training), will take place outside participants working hours and will lead to a certification.
Specifically, the programs that will be implemented are:
- IT Infrastructures and Systems and Environmental Sustainability
- Modern, Near Zero-Energy Professional Spaces
Each beneficiary can attend to one (1) training program. Upon completion of the training program, each beneficiary may participate in the certification exams.
The thematic sections, subsections and duration in hours of the training programs are described as follows:
| A. IT Infrastructures and Systems and Environmental Sustainability | ||
| Thematic sections | Breakdown into subsections | Teaching hours |
| SUBJECT SECTION 1. Introduction to the concepts of Sustainability and Natural Capital | - Definition of sustainability and its connection with the wasteful use of resources from an environmental and economic point of view.
- Description of appropriate strategies and practices for assessing sustainability - Triple Bottom Line (TBL): An accounting framework that assesses business performance based on 3 areas (profit, people, planet) - Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG): practices that define a company's business model and behavior based on environmental, social and governance factors. - SDGs: They are "international" goals, adopted by all UN member states, which all countries are called upon to implement and which address all factors for social and environmental well- being. |
6 |
| SUBJECT SECTION 2. Electronic Systems and Installations, Energy Consumption Analysis | - Detailed analysis and training on the performance of electronic systems, energy consumption and infrastructure needs.
- Baseline assessment of direct and indirect environmental impact. - Temperatures that develop in Data Centers and large computer system installations and the requirements for cooling these areas. - Training in special analysis methods of necessary tool groups. |
8 |
| SUBJECT SECTION 3. Techniques to Improve Energy Consumption | - Providing expertise on Energy Efficiency Improvement Actions for industrial and non- industrial computing systems.
- Analysis of electronic systems technologies and selection of methodologies in terms of environmental impact |
10 |
| SUBJECT SECTION 4. Energy Monitoring and Target Achievement | - Studying the basic principles of how to identify the necessary information and how to make the best use of the information obtained.
- Monitoring techniques and methods for corrective action. |
4 |
| SUBJECT SECTION 5. Energy Efficiency Certification | - Analysis of existing Environmental and Energy Certificates.
- Special reference to large-scale computer systems and data centers |
8 |
| SUBJECT SECTION 6. Future Technological Developments | - Analysis of existing Environmental and Energy Certificates.
- Specific reference to large computer systems and data centers. |
4 |
| Total Hours of theoretical classes | 40 | |
| B. Modern, Near Zero-Energy Professional Spaces | ||
| Thematic sections | Breakdown into subsections | Teaching hours |
| SUBJECT SECTION 1.
The importance of energy efficient buildings and professional spaces |
- Understanding the importance of energy efficiency in buildings and specifically in professional spaces.
- Modern heating and cooling systems and ways of application and adaptation in buildings. - Renewable energy systems and their significant impact on building energy use. - Special characteristics and requirements for professional spaces and electronic installations
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8 |
| SUBJECT SECTION 2. Professional spaces with low carbon and energy emissions | - Strategies, technologies and solutions for buildings and professional spaces with low carbon and energy emissions.
- Positive interventions to reduce CO2 emissions due to reduced energy use in existing buildings.
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12 |
| SUBJECT SECTION 3.
Low and zero carbon energy technologies |
- Introduction to zero or nearly zero carbon technologies.
- Technical issues, design and suggestions for their maintenance. - Fixed and ongoing costs for the evaluation of their implementation and their integration systems in existing buildings.
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11 |
| SUBJECT SECTION 4. Energy saving strategies in professional spaces | - Presentation of energy saving strategies in professional spaces and their management, with reference to basic and more complex principles.
- Studying European legislation. - A systematic approach to creating a plan to successfully control the use of electronic and non-electronic equipment.
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5 |
| SUBJECT SECTION 5. Future Technological Developments
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- Presentation of technological developments in information systems, improvements and relative priorities of energy consumption and the environmental footprint of electronic infrastructures.
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4 |
| Total Hours of theoretical classes | 40 | |
About TEE-TCG
The Technical Chamber of Greece (TEE-TCG) was established in 1923. It is a Legal Entity of Public Law with elected administration. According to the rules of the Greek State as a Legal Entity of Public Law it is formally supervised by the Ministry of Infrastructure, Transport and Networks. Its headquarters are in Athens and it has branches in 17 geographic regions.
The Technical Chamber of Greece aims to promote science in the fields related to the specialty of its members, as well as to promote technique and technology, and their utilization for social, and cultural development of the country, in accordance with the principles of sustainability and environmental protection.
The Technical Chamber of Greece within its purpose is the technical advisor of the Government and in particular it:
- Studies, on his own initiative or after assignment or request, independently or in collaboration with other social or scientific bodies or chambers, any relevant scientific, technical, techno-economic, or development issue of interest to society as a whole. It also formulates opinions on its own initiative or after being asked to offer its opinion on legislation regarding these issues.
- Gives an opinion, within a specified reasonable period of time, on any matter within its jurisdiction, after being asked by the competent authorities or other bodies, the public sector or trade union bodies and.
- Collects statistics in relation to the technical potential, and technical, scientific, manufacturing and industrial activity, technical materials, equipment and technology. It compiles statistics and provides relevant information to the competent authorities or other bodies.
- Provides its assistance for the proper preparation and implementation of development projects and the utilization of natural resources, the improvement of the quality of life and the protection of the environment. It also carries out, independently or in collaboration with other bodies, relevant research and studies as well drafts of specifications, regulations, project contracts and studies.
- Contributesto creating programs on technical education, to developing local research and technology, and to the utilization, development, planning and structuring of the technical potential in accordance with the development needs of the country.
- Informsthe public by issuing announcements, publications, or in any other appropriate way, on any subject within its scope, popularizing and contributing to a wider understanding of the relevant issues and problems.
- Participates in international organizations, associations of chambers, international technical associations. It develops relations with relevant organizations of other countries, organizes conferences, exhibitions and other events to promote its purposes.
- Conducts expert opinions with statutory authority. The expert opinion reports, amounting to approximately 500 per year, concern matters of technical activity such as construction, engineering, disputes between citizens and the state, or between citizens, etc. According to the law, one third of the revenues of the expert opinions are the rights of the Technical Chamber of Greece.
The Technical Chamber of Greece, in relation to its members:
- Conducts the examinations and grants the licenses to engineers in order to practice the profession.
- Keeps registers of Engineers and branded technical offices and companies.
- Ensures the collection of their legal remuneration.
- Takes care of employment, social security, promotion and protection of the prestige of its members, as well as their scientific progress, updating, training and continuing education.
- Publishes informative and scientific press and other special publications.
- Strengthens the bodies of collective representation of engineers in activities related to its purposes.
- Studies new forms of professional organization and work for its members.
- Exercises disciplinary authority over them, as specifically defined by the relevant provisions of its founding law.
For more information about the TCG, you can visit the website of the Chamber https://web.tee.gr/
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
Upon submission of the digital applications, all applicants should upload at the specially configured online platform of the T.E.E. - T.C.G katartisi-green.tee.gr their supporting documents, as described below, to certify what they declare in their application. It is pointed out that the maintenance of digital and physical records of sensitive personal data will meet the conditions set by the Personal Data Protection Authority.
Supporting documents are submitted and accepted in sharp scanned files (in PDF or image format) of the original documents or their exact copies.
The supporting documents that applicants must upload in the certain fields for their participation in the Project are as follows:
- 1. Two-sided copy of identification card or passport or any other identification document
- Copy of Education Degree Certificate
Information – Clarification
To support those who are interested in submitting their application form and posting their supporting documents, throughout the duration of the Project, T.E.E. - T.C.G. will provide support services working days and hours 09:30 - 18:00 and via helpdesk on e-mail: katartisi-green@tee.gr
