The DigiWind project is proud to announce a significant milestone in its mission to advance digital skills for the renewable energy sector. At the beginning of June 2025, PGE Baltica, Poland’s largest wind farm developer, officially became a branch partner of the new Smart Renewable Energy Engineering study course developed by Gdańsk University of Technology. This pivotal collaboration is set to revolutionize education in offshore wind and digitalization, significantly bolstering the chances of attracting top talent for the future of green energy.
The cooperation agreement, formally signed by the authorities of Gdańsk University of Technology and PGE Baltica, designates PGE Baltica as the industry patron over the new educational directions implemented by the university as part of the DigiWind project. This move will not only increase the project’s information coverage due to PGE Baltica’s prominence, but also create unparalleled opportunities for students and professionals seeking to specialize in this rapidly evolving field.
DigiWind: powering Europe’s green and digital transition
The core objective of DigiWind is to equip students with advanced digital skills in critical areas such as High-Performance Computing (HPC), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and other emerging technologies vital for the modern energy landscape. The partnership with PGE Baltica is a testament to this commitment, ensuring that the curricula are continuously adapted to current industry trends with direct input from industry experts.
Bridging the gap between Academia and Industry
This new partnership is set to launch a range of new educational programmes, including master’s and postgraduate studies, as well as specialized courses designed to provide essential competencies beyond traditional full-degree programs.
Professor Michał Wójcik from the PG Offshore Centre further highlights the university’s long-standing commitment to offshore projects. For years, Gdańsk University of Technology has been actively involved in innovative research, including the creation of a wind turbine wing model to examine the impact of weather conditions and loads on offshore wind turbine blades. This research directly supports the development of a “digital twin” model for real wind turbines, a revolutionary concept that will allow for early detection of damage and prevention of failures, even without direct physical inspection of towers at sea.
A future-ready workforce for a Sustainable Future
The strategic partnership between DigiWind, Gdańsk University of Technology, and PGE Baltica is a powerful testament to the collaborative spirit driving the energy transition. By combining academic excellence with industry leadership, this initiative will cultivate a highly skilled workforce equipped with the digital expertise necessary to accelerate the development and operation of renewable energy systems, particularly in the burgeoning offshore wind sector. This collaboration is not just about education – it’s about building a sustainable and digitally advanced future for Poland and Europe.
