First Solar is a world leader in the manufacture of photovoltaic (PV) solar modules, and a premier provider of comprehensive PV solar systems. By enabling clean, renewable electricity at competitive prices, First Solar provides an economically and environmentally viable alternative to peaking fossil-fuel electricity generation. First Solar has set the benchmark for environmentally responsible product life cycle management by introducing the industry’s first prefunded, comprehensive collection and recycling program for solar modules.

The objective of the AAL Joint Programme is to enhance the quality of life of older people and strengthen the industrial base in Europe through the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). The motivation of the new funding activity is in the demographic change and ageing in Europe, which implies not only challenges but also opportunities for the citizens, the social and healthcare systems as well as industry and the European market. The concept of Ambient Assisted Living is understood as

ESCAUX was founded in 2003 with the vision to radically change the way Unified Communication Services are created and delivered.

The founders - Jordi Nelissen, Christophe Hendriks, Amaury Demilie and Etienne Saelens  - are tried and tested in telecoms and IT. Their joined experience, individual talents and clear vision allowed for a flying start.

In 2008, Luxembourg-based BIP Investment Partners, decided to participate in ESCAUX’s capital, further contributing to the national and international expansion of the company.

RAP’s Approach
RAP is widely viewed as a source of innovative and creative thinking that yields practical solutions. We meet directly with government officials, regulators and their staffs; we lead technical workshops and training sessions; we conduct in-house research and we produce a growing volume of publications designed to better align energy regulation with economic and environmental goals.