Israel Electric Corporation and HIT Explore Future Collaboration in Research and Innovation

Senior executives from the R&D department of the Israel Electric Corporation made an official visit to HIT - Holon Institute of Technology. The visit focused on potential collaboration between the two organizations, as part of HIT's vision to be the "The Academia of the Industry”.

Prof. Eduard Yakubov and Adv. Gili Haizler
Photo: Ilanit Kitzoni

During the meeting, the parties discussed breakthrough technological fields, including the development of smart energy systems, advanced power grid solutions, energy storage technologies, and electricity consumption optimization through innovative materials. HIT, which leads research in fields such as electrical engineering, electronics, and advanced materials, presented its unique capabilities in electrical and electronics engineering, physics, and computer science, as well as its innovative ongoing research.

Prof. Eduard Yakubov, President of HIT, talked about the importance of connecting academia and industry: "We see academia as a key factor in creating technological solutions for the energy and electricity market. The Institute, which defines itself as the “Academia of Industry”

is pleased to collaborate with the Israel Electric Corporation. Such collaboration will allow us to leverage the academic knowledge we have and transform it into applicable solutions that will serve the Israeli economy."

Adv. Gili Haizler, Head of Innovation at the Israel Electric Corporation, noted that innovation is an essential component in addressing Israel's future energy challenges: "We are in an era of rapid changes regarding smart power grids, energy management, and the implementation of advanced technologies in industry. The Israel Electric Corporation is committed to strengthening ties

with leading academic institutions, aiming to develop innovative solutions that will contribute to the energy sector and maintain grid stability."

The collaboration between HIT and the Israel Electric Corporation is not new. The Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering has a Power Systems study track where the corporation's employees’ study, and projects in the electricity field are carried out. Additionally, the CEO of the Israel Electric Corporation, Mr. Meir Spiegler, received an honorary degree from HIT in 2022 for his significant contribution to Israel's energy sector.

During the visit, concrete steps were examined to expand cooperation between HIT and the Israel Electric Corporation, focusing on research and development in green energy, artificial intelligence for power grid management, and innovation in power systems.

The visit concluded with a decision to hold work meetings between teams from the corporation and the institute in the near future, aiming to formulate joint initiatives to promote smart energy in Israel.

Participants from HIT - Holon Institute of Technology included:

• Prof. Eduard Yakubov - President
• Mr. Itzik Malach - Deputy Chairman of the Executive Comittee
• Prof. Alla Zak - Dean of the Faculty of Sciences, Head of the Laboratory for Synthesis and Research of Nanomaterials
• Prof. Arie Feuer - Dean of the Faculty of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Prof. Alexander Leichtman - Head of the Advanced Materials Characterization Laboratory
• Prof. Amnon Fruchtman - Head of the Physics Department, Head of the Plasma Physics Laboratory
• Dr. Hen Friman - Head of the Center of Excellence for Alternative Energy and Smart Grids
• Dr. David Elmakis - Lecturer and Project Supervisor
• Dr. Alexander Axelevitch - Head of the Department of Micro-electronics and Nano-technology
• Dr. Boris Axelrod - Senior Lecturer
• Mr. Mordechay Mishan - Head of President's Office and Senior Advisor

Participants from the Israel Electric Corporation included:

• Adv. Gili Haizler - Managing Director, Head of Global Innovation, and Investments | Connecting Technology with Business
• Mr. Shivi Froman - CEO's Chief of Staff
• Dr. Avi Leon - Head of R&D, Innovation at Israel Electric Corporation 
• Dr. Tomer Ron - R&D Project Manager, Innovation at Israel Electric Corporation (IEC) 

The visit emphasized the importance of collaboration between academia and industry, and the great potential in combining technological knowledge and innovation in developing future solutions for the energy sector. HIT continues to work to strengthen its position as a leading research center and strategic partner for Israeli industry.

Posted: 20/02/2025