European Advanced Materials Academy to train 200,000 people by 2029

Today, the European Commission and the European Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT) have launched the European Advanced Materials Academy at the EIT Education and Skills Days 2025. The Academy will train a future-ready workforce to boost Europe’s leadership in advanced materials, innovation and sustainability. It will contribute to key EU priorities, like driving competitiveness and innovation, supporting skills development and encouraging top talent to Choose Europe.

Advanced materials are new or improved materials with superior performance that enable greener, safer and more efficient technologies. They include materials for clean energy, sustainable mobility, digital devices and resilient construction, supporting Europe’s green and digital transitions and strengthening industrial competitiveness. Addressing Europe’s urgent need for skilled workers in these sectors, the Academy aims to train 200,000 people by 2029.

The initiative supports the implementation of the EU’s Advanced Materials for Industrial Leadership strategy announced in 2024. It also supports the upcoming Advanced Materials Act, planned for 2026, which is one of the Competitiveness Compass’ flagship actions. The Act will support the full lifecycle of advanced materials to bring innovations to market faster and boost production and availability across the EU. A skilled workforce will be key to making this possible.

Source:  European Commission