Three young innovators presented their projects on the podcast “Flasim”, hosted by Prime Minister Edi Rama.
First, they introduced ideas focused on technology, research and agriculture. Then, they explained how innovation can become industry in Albania.
Fabjola presented a self-healing concrete technology. She said the material uses industrial waste. It also uses special bacteria.
When moisture enters the material, the bacteria activate. They produce calcium. They automatically close cracks in the concrete.
As a result, the technology reduces environmental pollution. It also lowers maintenance costs for infrastructure.
In addition, she said the project has won international awards in Finland and Germany. She added that it is already registered in Albania.
Next, she explained the plan for industrial production. She said the project needs around 400,000 euros in investment.
She also said a small production unit is required for testing and scaling.
Rama responded positively. He said he supports the project and encouraged further development.
Meanwhile, Alba presented the platform “Match for Research”. She said the platform connects academia and industry.
In addition, it connects researchers, professionals and companies. It helps institutions identify research needs.
It also supports applications for international grants.
She added that Startup Albania supported the development of the platform over the past year.
Finally, Ervin presented an agricultural innovation system. He combined anti-hail protection with photovoltaic energy.
He said the system protects vineyards automatically. It also produces renewable energy at the same time.
Furthermore, he said the solution is already patented and tested successfully. He added that it can generate around 52,000 euros per year in energy production.
He concluded that the project is in a pilot phase. He said it now needs state support to build a production facility.
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