Water Energy Food Nexus 2 Africa (WAGON2Africa)
PNRR Project – Italy–Africa Academic Cooperation on the Water-Energy-Food Nexus
Introduction
Luiss is a partner in the WAter enerGy fOod Nexus 2 Africa (WAGON2Africa) project, a strategic initiative dedicated to strengthening cooperation between Italian universities and African academic institutions.
The project addresses the Water-Energy-Food Nexus (WEFN), a crucial issue for global sustainability, combating climate change, and food security. The approach is interdisciplinary and brings together scientific, technological, economic, and social expertise.
Project goals
WAGON2Africa aims to create an international network of universities to:
- Promote student and faculty mobility.
- Develop advanced courses for graduates.
- Share best practices and indigenous knowledge.
The project focuses on four key subject areas:
- Science, technology, and digitalization
- Economics, business, and management
- Humanities, social sciences, and law
- Sustainable agri-food systems and the bioeconomy
Key information
- Title: WAter enerGy fOod Nexus 2 Africa – WAGON2Africa
- Project code : TNE23-00067
- CUP: E17G24000420006
- Lead partner: Politecnico di Torino
- Total amount: €2,575,480.65
- Duration: October 1, 2024 – March 31, 2026
Expected impact
The planned activities will make it possible to:
- Strengthen academic cooperation between Italy and East Africa.
- Lay the groundwork for the future development of dual degree programs and academic partnerships.
- Promote international cooperation initiatives and the exchange of best practices.
- Contribute to the energy transition and sustainable development goals.
Consortium
The consortium brings together 10 Italian universities, coordinated by the Polytechnic University of Turin. The participating institutions have complementary expertise and solid experience in international cooperation, academic exchanges, and capacity-building activities.
Consortium Members
- Polytechnic University of Turin
- Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna
- Aldo Moro University of Bari
- University of Palermo
- Luiss – Guido Carli Free International University of Social Studies
- University of Foggia
- University of Florence
- University of Naples Federico II
- University of Sassari
- University of Turin
Network of African Universities
WAGON2Africa is funded under the PNRR – Mission 4 “Education and Research”, Component 1 “Strengthening the provision of education services”, Investment 3.4 “University education and advanced skills”, Sub-measure T4 “Transnational initiatives in the field of education”, CUP: E17G24000420006.