Next-generation renewable energy technologies can struggle to move from concept to the market. The EU-funded DTOceanPlus project developed a series of open-source software tools to reduce the risks and costs associated with ocean tech development. The tools are already giving a boost to developers across the sector, supporting the EU’s transition away from fossil fuels.

Europe relies on imports for the crucial rare earth elements needed for many products and processes underpinning the European economy. The EU-funded SecREEts project developed a novel integrated value chain, which extracts these elements during fertiliser production. This home-grown and sustainable alternative offers raw material security, benefiting industry and jobs.