European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs) enable Gas Grün GmbH to overcome its challenges.
The Digital Europe Programme (DEP) co-funds a number of the EDIHs which support companies to improve business/production processes, products, or services using digital technologies. For a small company, using such technologies can be a daunting task. The EDIH pro_digital in Germany helped the Gas Grün GmbH, a leading startup in decentralized biogas solutions, to find partners to develop and test innovative digital solutions for their business.
Main Facts
EU co-funding
€ 1,15 million for the EDIH pro_digital
Duration
Started in May 2023
Partnership
SIBB e.V. – Digital Business Association Berlin-Brandenburg <10 employees
Challenges
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The company was in need of a strategic marketing approach to increase market visibility.
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Gas Grün GmbH wanted to install an advanced AI control system to optimise their biogas plants but lacked expertise.
- The company need to translate design specifications into accessible, visually compelling 3D printed prototypes for events and internal development.
Solutions
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EDIH connected the company with an experienced marketing team, selected due to their expertise on sustainability.
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Using the extensive network of the EDIH, Gas Grün found a partner for the customised AI system they needed.
- Another partner for 3D printing was found through the EDIH network and helped Gas Grün to overcome this challenge.
Impact
The increased efficiency in biogas plant operations aligns with sustainability goals setting a positive example for other companies.
Gas Grün contributes to the collective effort to combat climate change and promote sustainable practices in the community.
Results
The efficiency of Gas Grün's biogas plants increased as a result of the AI control system. Also, the customer visibility within the sustainable energy sector and among relevant stakeholder was improved. As a result of the use of 3D printing, the product development cycle was accelerated. Solving the challenges for the company contributed to their specific operational improvements. It also had broader social and economic implications, using the impact of digital transformation. The company was able to scale up a new production site, as well showcase its abilities in cooperation.
Testimonial
“EDIH pro_digital offers expertise to facilitate the twin digital and green transformation of the SMEs and start-ups in the region of Brandenburg. Working with Gas Grün GmbH has accentuated the aforementioned mission of pro_digital as a one-stop shop to enhance the digital maturity of our region.”
R. Amirikas, EDIH pro_digital Coordinator
“The start-up Gas Grün GmbH is an exciting and innovative company that is rethinking the field of biogas production. The company develops, produces, and sells biogas plants in container design, in which the processes are optimized utilizing artificial intelligence (…). We at EDIH pro_digital value our pleasant, constructive and goal-oriented reciprocating working relationship with Gas Grün GmbH.”
C. Heintze, EDIH pro_digital Consortium partner
The Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL) is an EU programme aimed at integrating digital technology into businesses, public services, and everyday life.
It targets six areas: high-performance computing, AI, cybersecurity, digital skills, widespread digital adoption, and semiconductors. DIGITAL acquires digital technologies, partners with European entities to create practical solutions, and provides outcomes that boost Europe's digital independence and competitiveness.