Material Innovation for a Sustainable Energy Future

Securing a sustainable energy future is not only a global goal but an urgent necessity. Addressing global climate change, adapting to its impacts, and meeting the rapidly growing energy demand pose significant challenges for research and development. Efficient, scalable, and environmentally friendly energy systems are required to enhance the integration of renewable energy. Every stage of the process—from energy generation to storage, efficient use, and distribution—relies on profound technological innovations, with material science playing a central role.

Such technological breakthroughs, however, cannot be viewed in isolation. Their successful implementation in industrial applications requires strong networking and knowledge exchange across disciplines and sectors.

This is where TechConnect comes in: The event brings together key stakeholders from science, innovation, industry, and policy to discuss the latest developments in material science and their applications in energy storage and conversion in the following program:   

• Registration starting 
• Opening and welcome  
• Session 1 - Lightning Talk  Quick presentations of novel technical-scientific approaches such as research results, innovative entrepreneurial solutions and industry projects.  
• Break
• Session 2: Discussion – Across the value chain  addresses the importance of holistic and interdisciplinary support for material innovations for the energy transition and discuss the challenges and opportunities along the entire value chain 
• Closing and Outlook  Summary and collective Key insights
• Networking starting 6:30 pm

 Target group scientist, entrepreneurs, circular economy advocate, innovators, students.