What’s your name and job title?
My name is Marios Koundouris, and I work as an IT/Project Manager.
Tell us a few words about your background:
I have a degree in Electrical Engineering and Informatics, obtained at the Cyprus University of Technology, and a master’s degree on Data Science and Engineering. I have been working with European projects for over 4 years.
What organisation do you work for?
RITE – Research Institute for Technological Evolution.
What does your organisation do?
The Research Institute for Technological Evolution (RITE) is a non-profit Research and Development organization based in Nicosia, Cyprus. Founded by a group of distinguished scientists, academics, innovators, and social entrepreneurs with extensive experience in top-tier universities and research institutions globally and locally, RITE is dedicated to advancing scientific and applied research.
RITE aims to create social value by driving innovation, technology transfer, knowledge consolidation, and policy reform. Our six units provide comprehensive solutions that leverage cutting-edge technological innovations. These units serve educators, innovators, researchers, policymakers, civic organizations, and start-ups, fostering the exchange of knowledge, scientific perspectives, and pioneering ideas through interdisciplinary approaches.
RITE has established a co-working space and a Business Incubator, supported by accelerator programs, living labs, and forums to further this mission. This initiative aims to nurture a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem on the island, empowering a new generation of social entrepreneurs and ensuring inclusivity for all.
What is your role in the PV Experts project? What are you currently working on?
In the PV Experts project, RITE is the communication and dissemination leader. We are responsible for the strategic planning (methodology) regarding the dissemination of PVExperts results to both direct and indirect target groups and the project communications and further exploitation of the results. Also, as an IT I am responsible for uploading and updating materials on the website of the project. Also RITE is responsible for the leading of the implementation of the PVExperts module which is a huge milestone for our project and will benefit all the interested parties of the field.
Why is being part of the PV Experts project important to you?
Taking part in a project like PVExperts makes me feel that I am offering something very positive and innovative to society. The high demand photovoltaic energy experts in modern society can be solved to a significant extent through the project and the fact that we are targeting people with limited opportunities, such as migrants, makes it even more important and interesting.
How do you like to spend your free time?
Playing Tennis and watching movies.