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:
Energy System
As intermittent renewable energy increases, energy storage will be crucial for security of supply.
Transport
Aviation and shipping together are responsible for about 5% of global annual CO2 emissions.
Construction
Cement production contributes ~5% of global emissions and demand is expected to continue growing.
Green Hydrogen
Hydrogen’s role in the German and European path to climate neutrality is highly controversial.
Future Energy System
Transport
Construction
Green Hydrogen
Europe's most ambitious Future Cleantech Festival, looked towards a net-zero 2050, zooming in on the innovation processes in some of the hardest- to-abate sectors, such as Construction, Transport, and the Future Energy System. With a focus on the coming European elections in June, we met experts from disruptive innovation agencies and intergovernmental players charting the course for the next European Commission and Parliament for 2024-2029.
Our Highlights
We believe that cleantech can only be effectively advanced through a holistic
approach. Find a selection of our latest work below:
Hydrogen Guardrails report referenced in The Herald of Scotland
Currently, most hydrogen production is based on fossil fuels, and only 1% is being produced from renewable electricity or with carbon capture and storage (CCS). However, hydrogen
Our Cleantech Unit is growing!
We are happy to announce that René Severens has joined FCA as our new Senior Cleantech Analyst, working closely with Magnolia Tovar, Antoine Koen, and Peter Ruschhaupt.René bring
FCA becomes an adjoint institute of the University of Wuppertal
We are pleased to share that Future Cleantech Architects is now officially an adjoint institute of the University of Wuppertal, Bergische Universität Wuppertal.The cooperation bet
Blogpost | The Clean Industrial Deal: A step forward for European industries’ transition and competitiveness
The Clean Industrial Deal: A step forward for European industries’ transition and competitiveness Written by Marlène Siméon (marlene.simeon@fcarchitects.org)
New Policy Brief on Decarbonizing the Cement and Concrete Industry
Cement is the ‘glue’ that holds concrete together. As such, cement is a critical part of almost all modern infrastructure: from buildings and bridges to future energy infrastru
Science-based policy advice in emotionally charged times | FCA welcomes leading German politician to its office
We were pleased to welcome Katharina Dröge, Chair of the Green party’s group in the German parliament, and Petra Kuhlendahl, direct candidate for the Remscheid county chapte
New Hydrogen Guardrails Report Launched
Currently, most hydrogen production is based on fossil fuels, with less than 1% being produced from renewable electricity or with carbon capture and storage (CCS). According to the
Plasma Technology: New release in joint series with German newspaper Handelsblatt
High-temperature heat processes, such as steel forging and cement production, are vital for modern society. However, they currently still rely on burning fossil fuels for generatin
Clean Hydrogen Ramp-Up: Unlocking Innovation and Policy for Competitive European Industries | Parliamentary Breakfast
Challenges and solutions for scaling clean hydrogen were the focus of discussions during the Parliamentary Breakfast hosted by MEP Andrea Wechsler (EPP Group in the European Parlia