PwC Cyprus, in collaboration with Multimarine Services Ltd, SignalGeneriX Ltd, and Theophrastus Research Institute, has been awarded Project Symbiosis by the European Defence Agency (EDA).
Announced this week, the initiative will explore how offshore renewable energy can coexist with defence operations across Europe’s maritime zones, addressing challenges and opportunities in sustainable energy integration.
Project Symbiosis, the announcement explained, seeks to align Europe’s ambitious decarbonisation targets with its strategic defence priorities.
The consortium said that it plans to map Europe’s five sea basins, employing advanced simulation and modelling to analyse potential conflicts and synergies between renewable energy infrastructures and defence operations.
“This initiative represents a significant step forward in aligning Europe’s environmental objectives with its strategic defence priorities, paving the way for a resilient, energy-secure, and climate-neutral future,” PwC Cyprus said.
The project focuses on fostering a harmonious coexistence between offshore renewable energy installations and military activities.
“By fostering a harmonious coexistence between these two critical sectors, Project Symbiosis aims to create a sustainable blueprint for Europe’s oceans that balances ecological integrity, energy security, and national defence readiness,” the company explained.
Through innovative and tailored mitigation strategies, the initiative will address operational conflicts, ensuring the effectiveness of defence systems while promoting the growth of renewable energy infrastructure.
“Together, the consortium is uniquely positioned to deliver innovative solutions that support Europe’s goals for a decarbonised energy system while ensuring national security and operational effectiveness,” stated the announcement.
The project’s scope extends beyond immediate technical solutions to a broader vision of sustainability and resilience.
“As the continent strives to meet its ambitious decarbonisation goals, the project addresses the complex challenge of integrating offshore renewable energy installations with existing and future defence activities in Europe’s maritime spaces,” the announcement concluded.
