KnowNet is a small software, research and web services company located in Wales. It was founded in 2000 to research and develop new architectures, ideas and internet software for collaborative knowledge development and learning. Since 2003 it has been particularly active in developing open-source solutions within the Zope and Plone frameworks, and in promoting open-source, open standards and component architectures for creating better online learning and collaboration environments.

KnowNet's main role in the WLP project is to develop and integrate appropriate technology to support the project and the partnerships.