31 July 2025 News Hybrid AI in action: MILA project nears completion with promising results From concept to prototype: what we’ve built so far Read More
18 June 2025 Events AI & Digital Twins in Logistics: our webinar for ALICE network ALICE: Building the future of logistics in Europe Read More
11 June 2025 Events District Energy: efficiency, electrification and digitalisation. Key takeaways from IDEA2025 Power-to-Heat and renewable integration: a concrete lever for decarbonisation Read More
06 June 2025 Events District Heating and Cooling at the core of the energy transition: EHP Congress 2025 Four key themes shaping the future of DHC Read More
30 May 2025 Events EHP Congress 2025: advancing skills, strategy and innovation in District Heating and Cooling A shared commitment to skills, innovation and strategy Read More
29 May 2025 Events We’re heading to IDEA2025: advancing District Energy optimization in Minneapolis Three years of Optit at IDEA Read More
09 May 2025 Events TUPLES: Toward the AI of the Future – Optit as a Key Player in a Leading European Project With just a few months to go before the conclusion of the European project TUPLES (Trustworthy Planning and Scheduling with Learning and Explanation), we’re proud to be an active part of an initiative that has made a significant contribution to the development of Trustworthy AI. From the very beginning, Optit has played a strategic role […] Read More
14 April 2025 Events Digital Tools and Scenario Analysis for the Evolution of District Heating Systems On April 10th, we had the pleasure of taking part in the Study Day on District Heating Systems, organized by Ecoline Ecotech with the support of Energard. Our CEO, Matteo Pozzi, delivered a presentation showcasing advanced digital tools for energy scenario analysis and automated planning of district heating systems — solutions that act as enabling […] Read More
04 April 2025 Events Logistics Innovation and AI: Optit at the ALICE Brokerage Event 2025 Thrilled to have taken part in the ALICE Brokerage Event 2025 — a key moment for innovation in logistics and supply chain! As Optit, we’re proud to stand at the intersection of AI-driven optimization and real-world logistics challenges. This event reaffirmed what we already believe: the future of logistics is collaborative, intelligent, and sustainable. From […] Read More
27 March 2025 Events European Collaboration for District Heating: the ENABLE DHC Meeting in Rijeka The ENABLE DHC consortium met in Rijeka, Croatia, for their regular project meeting, two days full of ideas and valuable insights. The project, funded by the LIFE Programme, aims to make district heating and cooling networks more efficient and sustainable. ENABLE DHC develops 9 investment plan case studies in 7 countries (AT, HR, IE, IT, […] Read More
06 March 2025 Events DHC Academy: The New Era of Training in Europe’s DHC Sector In Europe, the district heating and cooling (DHC) sector presents significant economic and environmental opportunities. However, current training offerings fall short of preparing and updating the necessary number of professionals. Existing programs struggle to keep pace with technological advancements, regulatory changes, and evolving market demands, which may hinder innovation and compromise the transition to more […] Read More
04 March 2025 Events Optit supports AIROYoung 2025 and rewards excellence in applied OR Once again, Optit is proud to be a sponsor of AIROYoung, the youth chapter of the Italian Operations Research Society (AIRO), for the 9th edition of the AIROYoung Workshop, held from February 26 to 28, 2025, at the University of Pavia. This year’s theme was “Shaping a Sustainable Future in the Era of Big Data.” […] Read More
23 February 2025 News From AI to reality: Optit’s method for practical and high-impact solutions – IDA Magazine Artificial Intelligence and Decision Science are revolutionizing sectors such as energy, logistics, and the circular economy. However, true value only emerges when technology meets the operational reality of companies. In the latest issue of IDA Magazine, our CEO Matteo Pozzi explains to Raffaele Maccioni our method for transforming technology into applicable, high-impact solutions. IDA Magazine […] Read More
21 February 2025 Events SupportDHC: The Role of Digitalization and AI in District Heating The second event of the CAPACITY BUILDING program for stakeholders within the EU-LIFE SupportDHC project took place at the Politecnico di Milano. The event, DECARBONIZATION OF ITALIAN DISTRICT HEATING: FOCUS ON TECHNICAL CHALLENGES, featured a presentation by our CEO (and Chair of the DHC+ Platform at Euroheat & Power), Matteo Pozzi, titled: “Optimization of Plant […] Read More
13 February 2025 Events Pioneering Logistics Innovation: Optit Enters ALICE to Shape Smarter Supply Chains Optit takes another strategic step towards the future of logistics by joining ALICE – Alliance for Logistics Innovation through Collaboration in Europe (ETP LOGISTICS), the platform that connects the most advanced logistics players, fostering innovation and collaboration between research and industry. ALICE also supports the European Commission in implementing the Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe […] Read More
29 January 2025 Events Optit Hosts Inspiring Meeting with PhD Students as Part of DOCABILITY 2 On Friday, January 24, Optit’s headquarters in Bologna welcomed an engaging meeting with a group of PhD students as part of the second edition of #DOCABILITY 2, promoted by ART-ER S. cons. p. a. within the Ecosister project. EcosistER brings together 23 partners, including six universities, four research institutions, and various public-private organizations based in […] Read More
23 December 2024 Events Happy Holidays Season’s Greetings from Optit! This year, for our Winter Meeting, we turned a corporate reflection into a unique celebration of growth and togetherness. With the guidance of Federico Palombarini and the power of corporate theater, we honed our listening skills, collaborated with creativity, and shared unforgettable laughter. We reimagined works of art, envisioned future cities, […] Read More
15 November 2024 Events Hybrid intelligence for sustainable Logistics: the MILA project Optit’s role: from feasibility study to experimental development Read More
14 November 2024 Events Optit at TransLogistica Poland: AI and advanced logistics solutions for the European market We continue our exploration of the most interesting and dynamic logistics markets in Europe. We presented our solutions with a dedicated stand at TransLogistica Poland 2024, one of the most relevant events for the logistics and transport sector in Central and Eastern Europe. Held in Warsaw, the fair welcomed over 11,000 visitors and 425 exhibitors, […] Read More
19 October 2024 News The 5th EURO Practitioners’ Forum in Coimbra We are pleased to announce that Optit’s CEO, Matteo Pozzi, recently participated in the 5th EURO Practitioners’ Forum held in Coimbra, where he presented the paper titled “From OR to Trustworthy AI: the experience of the TUPLES project.” Read More
30 September 2024 Events Optit at the 29th Dresdner Fernwärme-Kolloquium: Innovation and Digitalization for the Future of District Heating Optit participated in the 29th edition of the Dresdner Fernwärme-Kolloquium, a key event for the district heating sector that this year recorded a record attendance of over 450 participants and 60 exhibitors. Organized by AGFW and held at the World Trade Center in Dresden, the event provided an important platform for discussions on strategies for […] Read More
13 September 2024 Events ODS 2024: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Practice This year, Optit once again participated as a sponsor at the International Conference on Optimization and Decision Science (ODS) organized by AIRO, the Italian Operations Research Society. The conference addressed key topics in the fields of operations research, optimization, problem-solving, decision-making processes, and their practical applications. These are themes particularly dear to us, as we […] Read More
02 August 2024 Events Summer Meeting 2024 Working and feeling good together is one of our fundamental values. Our Summer Meetings are the practical demonstration of this philosophy. Read More
05 July 2024 News At the Heart of Operational Research at the 33rd EURO Conference Optit participated again this year in the EURO conference on operational research, a key event to discuss the latest developments in operational research (OR), such as the evolution of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI). The conference offers participants the opportunity to share knowledge and innovations, and this year there were over 200 sessions. […] Read More
25 June 2024 Events IDEA2024 – District Energy for Sustainable cities We traveled to Orlando to exhibit at IDEA 2024, the annual conference and trade show organized by the International District Energy Association (IDEA). This conference brings together international leaders in the district heating sector to discuss the latest technologies and strategies for decarbonisation and energy systems. The theme of IDEA 2024 was “District Energy for […] Read More
08 June 2024 Events Rotterdam: Digitalisation Strategies for the District Heating of the Future Matteo Pozzi and Luca Ferrari recently participated in the Euroheat & Power Congress, highlighting the pivotal role digitalization plays in modernizing district heating and cooling (DHC) systems. Optit’s CEO, Matteo Pozzi, contributed as a speaker in the session “From Old to Gold: DHC Modernisation Success Stories,” where he presented notable success stories showcasing the transformative […] Read More
31 May 2024 Events Trustworthy AI: Landscaping verifiable robustness and transparency Matteo Pozzi presented the TUPLES Trustworthy AI project at the Trustworthy AI: Landscaping verifiable robustness and transparency seminar promoted by Adra – AI-Data-Robotics-Association, showing the main challenges of trustworthyAI through one of the five use cases of the project: BELUGA™ Airbus Aircraft Scheduling and Logistics in Aircraft Manufacturing. This use case addresses the optimization of […] Read More
19 April 2024 Events Optit at Kassel for the AGFW conference on digitalization in district heating Optit continues to invest in the promising German district heating market, which, thanks to substantial state funding, is experiencing significant growth. Andrea Duvia and Matteo Pozzi took part in the seminar ‘Digitalization – Transfer and use of data,’ held as part of the Specialization Days in District Heating organized by AGFW (the German national association […] Read More
17 April 2024 Events Pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence in the TUPLES project Optit is proud to announce its continued involvement in the TUPLES project. As an industrial partner since its inception in 2022, Optit remains dedicated to advancing the project’s mission of developing transparent, robust, and safe algorithmic solutions in a particularly relevant area of AI research and applications: planning and scheduling (P&S). The TUPLES project represents […] Read More
05 March 2024 Events Optit at the second edition of Key Energy, perspectives in the Renewable Energy Sector The market for renewable energy and energy transition is dynamic and continuously growing, as confirmed by the numbers from the second edition of Key Energy. The event exhibited record-breaking data: a 41% increase in total attendance compared to 2023 (+60% for international attendance), 830 exhibitors, of which 35% were from abroad, 500 top buyers, and […] Read More
01 March 2024 Events A journey of excellence in logistics and supply chain Claudio Caremi, COO of Optit, will participate today in the first Kickoff 2024 Workshop of the Contract Logistics Observatory at the Bovisa Campus of the Polytechnic of Milan, the first meeting of the series of thematic workshops that will unfold throughout the year on the major logistics themes . Over the past 16 years, Optit […] Read More
15 February 2024 Events Where the Future of Decision Science takes shape, we are there The eighth AIROYoung Workshop is currently underway at the University of Calabria, hosted by the young professionals’ section of AIRO. Talented young researchers in Operational Research from Italy are engaging in discussions on ‘Emerging technologies for decision support systems and innovative optimization paradigms,’ guided by some of the most distinguished figures in the field. As […] Read More
11 February 2024 News World Day of Women and Girls in STEM February 11th marks the International Day of Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). Science and gender equality are two development goals within the Agenda 2030 for sustainability. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization dedicates February 11th each year to an International Day of Women and Girls in Science, encouraging women and men […] Read More
08 February 2024 News Optit contributes to New York’s Decarbonization Path Digital innovation is revolutionizing the energy sector and emerges as a crucial key in the transition towards a sustainable future. Con Edison, the historic multi-utility company in New York, has undertaken an ambitious path to achieve the goals set by the city and the state of New York through policies such as the CLCPA or […] Read More
27 December 2023 Events Winter Meeting Corporate meetings the way we like them. The evening was full of joy, music and creativity. We thank BgBuilding – Team Building Italia for the teambuilding activity that allowed us to play at being artists by decorating bikes for the children who are supported during their difficult hospital stay by the Bimbo Tu association. It […] Read More
12 December 2023 Events The Importance of an International Workforce in the IT Sector Maria Francesca Colombo, our HR Manager, participated in the event organized by ART-ER, International Talents Emilia-Romagna, titled “Emilia-Romagna for international talents: From the it-ER program to the new regional law 2/2023,” held at the Golinelli Foundation. The day delved into the theme of the circulation of international talents in the world of work, exploring the […] Read More
02 December 2023 News Enlit Europe Podcasts: Matteo Pozzi presents PlaMES Our CEO, Matteo Pozzi, was interviewed by Areti Ntaradimou at the last edition of Enlit Europe for a podcast about PlaMES – Integrated Planning of Multi Energy Systems, a three-year EU project addressing the decarbonization challenge by tackling the complex integration between the network and supply systems. Our work within the project primarily focused on […] Read More
22 November 2023 Events Digitalization as the Enabler for High Performance District Heating Systems Matteo Pozzi spoke as vice chair of the DHC+ Platform (Research & Innovation Hub of Euroheat & Power) at the conference “Digitalization as the Enabler for High Performance District Heating Systems”. The event is part of Annex TS4, “Digitalization of District Heating and Cooling: Optimized Operation and Maintenance of District Heating and Cooling Systems via […] Read More
10 November 2023 News Third Meeting for the TUPLES Trustworthy AI Project Optit is part of the TUPLES project on Artificial Intelligence, funded by the European Union through the HORIZON-CL4-2021-HUMAN-01 program. The project has the ambitious goal of bringing substantial evolution to the field of AI by creating scalable, transparent, robust, and secure algorithmic solutions for Program & Scheduling (P&S). By combining symbolic P&S methods with data-driven […] Read More
31 October 2023 Events Matteo Pozzi at IrDEA 2023: paving the way for the future of district heating in Ireland The 2023 conference of the Irish District Energy Association (IrDEA) saw the participation of Matteo Pozzi, CEO of Optit and Vice Chair of the DHC+ platform of Euroheat & Power, as chair and panelist of session 3, in which the most recent and significant European experiences in district heating. The conference took place at the […] Read More
20 October 2023 Events Empowering sustainable building transformations: the first DigiBUILD technical workshop The first technical workshop of DigiBUILD, a European project in which Optit is part of the Advisory Board, will be held on October 25th at 10am. The DigiBUILD project, funded by the European Community, will develop digital services linked to buildings with the aim of obtaining a climate-neutral building stock. DigiBUILD aims to create an […] Read More
14 September 2023 Events District Heating Challenges and Progress at SES 2023 Matteo Pozzi spoke at the ninth international conference on Smart Energy Systems in Copenhagen participating both in the Smart energy infrastructure and storage options session and chairing the Integrated energy systems and smart grids table. In an edition that surpasses pre-COVID participation, the SES confirms itself as one of the main moments of meeting and […] Read More
30 August 2023 Events Optit supports and participates in Optimization and Decision Science (ODS) 2023 This year as well, Optit proudly renews its support to AIRO, the national association on operations research, with the sponsorship of the International Conference on Optimization and Decision Science (ODS23), which will be held in Ischia. Operations Research (OR) plays a role of fundamental importance in the contemporary world. It deals with applying mathematical and […] Read More
18 July 2023 Events Summer Meeting Company conventions Optit Style 🙂 #teammates #teamspirit Read More
22 June 2023 Events MATER 2023 – Waste Recover & Final Sinks for a Sustainable Ecological Transition conference Claudio Caremi presented Optit’s experience in optimizing waste management operations, in particular the work done with Contarina, during the MATER Waste Recover & Final Sinks for a Sustainable Ecological Transition conference. This three-day event, held in Piacenza, is an important meeting focused on technologies and policies for the enhancement of waste management and their sustainability […] Read More
16 June 2023 News Decision Science Alliance – Waste management optimization Claudio Caremi gave a speech at the Decision Science Alliance conference “The future of Decision Making: Conscious Data Driven Decisions via AI and Math-Optimization”. His contribution was part of the panel on Manufacturing and real-time decisions. With the advent of advanced technologies and data-driven systems, companies now have the ability to monitor and analyze their […] Read More
15 June 2023 Events IDEA2023: optimization of DHC systems is crucial for the future of decarbonization Matteo Pozzi spoke in Chicago at the 2023 edition of the International Conference organized by IDEA (International District Heating Association). The conference annually brings together members of the district heating industry from across North America and the world to share and promote best practices, enable collaboration, and leverage members’ expertise and emerging technologies. The 2023 […] Read More
10 June 2023 News Second plenary TUPLES’ AI project meeting The second plenary meeting of the TUPLES (TrUstworthy Planning and scheduling with Learning and ExplanationS) project was held on 5 and 6 June. Optit is a partner for both Waste and Energy use cases and for the coordination of the communication activities. Most of the participants managed to meet live in Bologna, at the historic […] Read More
04 June 2023 News Optit Corp. is born We are pleased to announce that we have officially opened our first US office, Optit Corp in New York. After joining IDEA (International District Energy Association) last year, our presence in the US market is becoming one of our key strategic lines. The opening of the NY office represents an important step in the process […] Read More
30 May 2023 Events Euroheat&Power 2023: Decarbonization Challenges and the Potential of District Heating The main European event promoting district heating and sustainable thermal energy has just concluded in Turin: the Euroheat&Power congress (and the concurrent DHC+ assembly) brought together experts, professionals, and industry representatives from across Europe, providing a unique opportunity for knowledge exchange and collaboration. The key topics related to energy efficiency, decarbonization, and the transition to […] Read More
