We are a climate innovation think tank.
We exist to close the remaining innovation gaps to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
To reach this objective, we accelerate innovation in critical industries – such as cement, aviation, or shipping – where sustainable solutions are still in very early stages. We urge policy-makers to intensify and better prioritize their R&D activities. Moreover, we initiate and actively drive high-level research consortia on critical technologies for these neglected technological sectors. Learn more about our work on our core topics:
Future Energy System
As intermittent renewable energy is developed and deployed, energy storage will be crucial for security of supply.
Transport
Aviation is the fastest-growing emitter in the transport sector.
Construction
The cement industry is highly competitive, with low margins and little innovation and needs comprehensive support to decarbonize.
Green Hydrogen
Hydrogen’s role in the German and European path to climate neutrality is highly controversial.
Future Energy System
Transport
Construction
Green Hydrogen
Our Future Cleantech Festival
Europe's most ambitious Future Cleantech Festival, The ARC23, looked towards a net-zero 2050, zooming in on the innovation processes in some of the hardest- to-abate industry sectors, such as cement, aviation, and long duration energy storage. Read our key takeaways brochure from The ARC23:
Our Highlights
We believe that cleantech can only be effectively advanced through a holistic
approach. Find a selection of our latest work below:
News
Coffee & Cleantech # 3 completed!
echnical briefing for policymakers in Brussels focused on Cement After a few busy days in Brussels, we were delighted to host the third edition of our 45-minute briefing for EU pol
That’s a wrap! Workshop on Horizon Europe and next Framework Program
We are happy to have co-hosted a workshop on accelerating cleantech under Horizon Europe and the next Framework Program with different members from the academia, think tanks, and i
NEW release in our joint series with HANDELSBLATT: this time on INNOVATIVE HYDROPOWER TECHNOLOGIES
Hydropower is the largest renewable energy source in the world, accounting for 15 percent of global electricity consumption. Although solar and wind have received significant mains
Event Tip: EUCP Launch Event | FCA supports project to prioritize policy issues in the industry
As part of our partnership with different NGOs and Think tanks, we would like to share the invitation of Future Matters and the Institute of European Environmental Policy (IEEP) to
NEW release in our joint series with German newspaper HANDELSBLATT: this time on innovative GREEN HYDROGEN production.
Green hydrogen is in great demand but in limited supply. Today, most hydrogen is fossil-based and generated through high-emitting processes. Green hydrogen has primarily been produ
🛫 Successful Take Off! New Policy Brief on Aviation is Out
Did you know that aviation accounts for 2.5% of all global and 5% of the EU’s total annual CO2 emissions and is the fastest-growing emitter in the transport sector? While efforts
📢 Hot off the press! New Future Cleantech Factsheet on Thermal Energy Storage is Out!
All you need to know about Thermal Energy Storage and decarbonizing the heat sector: we are pleased to release a new episode of The Basics & The Gaps. The heat sector plays a c
📣 Our Key Findings and Calls to Action from the Munich Security Conference Are Out!
We were pleased to present results from one of our ongoing projects on decarbonizing high-temperature heat applications and to have our CEO Peter Schniering moderate a panel on &
Future Cleantech Architects at Munich Security Conference
We were pleased to present results from one of our ongoing projects on decarbonizing high-temperature heat applications in a panel on “Green Security — Empowering Clima