CluBE
The Cluster of Bioeconomy and Environment of Western Macedonia (CluBE) is a non-profit legal entity that emerged as a bottom-up initiative since the early ’00’s from the continuous collaboration and interaction of regional players. Originally established in February 2014 by 21 initial members from the Triple Helix, it now spans more than 70 members from the local ecosystem, covering public authorities, R&D and academia, entrepreneurship, social enterprises and environmental organisations. It offers an ideal test bed in the form of pilots or demos in the area, by involving the right mix of regional actors for many topics, including bioeconomy, circular economy, renewable energy and storage, climate neutrality, environment, social innovation, and many other sustainability sectors, in order to support the transition of the Region of Western Macedonia, Greece from a fossil-based to a greener, more sustainable economy in Greece and beyond.
CluBE mainly works with EU projects (more than 50 active, by August 2025), supported by approximately 60 personnel members.
Proposed services
Stakeholder Engagement
Successful uptake of research is built on effective engagement with key stakeholders from the very beginning of the project.
Innovation & Exploitation
We help developers to bring new technologies, processes, applications and materials to the market through individualised, innovation support services.
Policy Advice
We support public actors to develop strategies and policy instruments by drawing on a wealth of pan-European expertise in policy design.
Communication, Dissemination & Replication
To share results in an engaging way we develop tailor-made dissemination strategies and organise targeted communication activities, both online and on-site.
Research & Technology
We collaborate on innovative research and technology initiatives that contribute to Europe’s green and digital transition.
Proposal Development
We help design competitive, well-structured funding proposals that turn strong ideas into successful projects.
