The spouses of ambassadors accredited to the Republic of Slovenia were welcomed at InnoRenew CoE, UP IAM, as part of the eighth annual gathering, hosted by Dr. Aleš Musar, spouse of the President of the Republic of Slovenia, which was held on 10 November 2026. The gathering brought together representatives from 13 countries (Albania, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Georgia, Germany, Kazakhstan, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Slovenia and Ukraine).

During their visit, the guests attended a presentation on the work and activities of InnoRenew CoE, UP IAM, followed by a guided tour of the building and research facilities. Both the presentation and the tour were led by Dr. Michael Burnard, Deputy Department Chair at InnoRenew CoE, UP IAM, who introduced the research activities, the approach to sustainable construction and the role of renewable materials in creating healthy and sustainable built environments. The gathering was also attended by Dr. Andreja Kutnar, Department Chair of InnoRenew CoE, UP IAM.

The visit concluded with an olive oil tasting organised by the Association of Olive Growers of Slovenian Istria (DOSI). At the beginning of the tasting, the guests were welcomed by Danilo Markočič, president of DOSI.

The event offered the guests an opportunity to learn more about the research activities of InnoRenew CoE, UP IAM, and to experience some of the local traditions of Slovenian Istria.