Duration
Januar 2025 – December 2028
Countries involved
Germany | Finland | France | United Kingdom (UK) | Belgium | Canada | Sweden | Poland | Switzerland | Ireland | Spain
About
The SUSTAINET-advance project aims to enhance 6G network
sustainability from RAN to core using neuromorphic computing
and optical networks. It focuses on the interdependence between
energy and communication networks, improving resilience and effi ciency through advanced monitoring and scalable connectivity while ensuring security with trusted AI and zero-trust frameworks.
Goals
Develop communication networks that are energy-aware and can adapt to fluctuating renewable energy sources, aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of future digital infrastructures. This includes the integration of green technologies, AI-based energy management, and supporting network operators as both energy consumers and producers (prosumers).
Design and implement highly resilient end-to-end networks that can withstand natural disasters, cyberattacks, and other disruptions. This involves advanced monitoring, automated anomaly detection, self-healing mechanisms, and "security-by-design" approaches for critical infrastructures like hospitals and power grids.
Promote local innovation and reduce dependency on non-European technologies by fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and government. The goal is to drive forward Europe's leadership in secure, intelligent, and sustainable network technologies for 6G and beyond.
Vision & Mission
SUSTAINET’s mission is to empower Europe’s transition toward a digitally sovereign and climate-conscious future by rethinking how communication networks are designed, managed, and integrated across sectors. In a world shaped by rising energy demands, geopolitical uncertainty, and accelerating technological change, SUSTAINET promotes a holistic approach to innovation—merging energy and telecom infrastructure, fostering cross-border collaboration, and aligning with European sustainability goals. Through cutting-edge research in areas such as network automation, AI-driven operations, and virtualization of energy services, the project supports the development of digital infrastructures that are not only high-performing and secure, but also adaptable, transparent, and socially responsible.
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Partner
Countries
Company: Adtran Networks SE
Country: Germany
The SUSTAINET-advance project aims to improve the sustainability and resilience of 6G networks from RAN to core. It focuses on the interdependence between energy and communication networks, enhancing efficiency and connectivity through advanced monitoring and scalable solutions, leveraging trusted AI and zero-trust frameworks.
The SUSTAINET-guardian project strengthens resilience and security in hyperconnected, all-electric networks. It addresses challenges in AI, cybersecurity, and infrastructure to ensure efficient, robust, and secure digital systems, especially for critical infrastructures.
The SUSTAINET-innovate project develops frictionless, high-performance networks for advanced services and a secure, sustainable digital future. It focuses on immersive experiences, connecting the unconnected, and cognitive, context-aware networks supporting mission-critical and green digital services.
Consortium
Funding
CELTIC-NEXT is a prominent EUREKA cluster focused on next-generation communications for a secure, trusted, and sustainable digital society. It connects over 11,500 organisations from industry, SMEs, and research institutions across Europe and beyond. By fostering collaborative, industry-driven research and innovation.
CELTIC-NEXT provides funding, expert support, and access to an extensive international network. Its flexible, bottom-up approach encourages the development of advanced ICT solutions that accelerate digital transformation and promote cross-border cooperation.
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