Geonardo - Geonardo Environmental Technologies Ltd. was established in 1999 as an environmental research and technology company, focusing on business consultancy and EC project development. Since 1999, the company has gained substantial knowledge and experience in managing Community-funded projects. The expertise of the Geonardo staff is unmatched in the region and has helped with the successful implementation of dozens of EC projects. The Castlegate Consultancy - A UK-based policy and systems analysis and design group and has experienced staff that has worked within the EU system and is specialized in the area of EC project implementation, and project management on the side of the European Union. Their knowledge and expertise has guided many of our course participants through the grueling evaluation process. MEPA - The Malta Environment & Planning Authority is committed to ensure that land use and the protection of the environment meet the needs of today's society and future communities. They assist the EU in environmental policy development and are working to ensure a quality of life that will be in harmony with the natural, cultural and built environment. In so doing they are seeking to implement sustainable development that safeguards the environment. RTD-Services - RTD Services specialises in the development and management of Research and Technological Development (RTD) projects. They also provide professional expertise in the organisation of RTD processes and the commercialisation of RTD project results. RTD Services is based in Vienna, Austria.