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
Our Future Cleantech Festival 2024 Completed!
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:
News
Renewable and Low-Carbon Fuels | Future Cleantech Architects at the RLCF Alliance’s General Assembly – 6th of December, 2024
We are happy to share that Future Cleantech Architects is officially a new member of DG Mobility & Transport’s Renewable and Low-Carbon Fuels Value Chain Industrial Allia
Setting an Efficient EU Budget for Climate and Competitiveness | FCA at the European Parliament
Yesterday, our EU Policy Manager, Marlène Siméon, was invited to a policymakers and experts roundtable at the European Parliament, organized by Climate Strategy & Partners an
Coffee & Cleantech No.5 in Brussels Completed!
Our fifth edition of the technical briefing for policymakers in Brussels focused on hydrogen! We were delighted to host a 45-minute briefing co-led by our Cleantech Analyst, Ingrid
FCA highlighted by Vox as a Top Organizations to Support for Third Year in a Row!
We are proud to be recommended by U.S. independent journalism portal Vox as one of the top three climate organizations to support, based on their criteria for effectiveness: import
Today is Giving Tuesday, the global day of giving! Be part of a worldwide movement to make a difference.
Your support can help bridge the cleantech innovation gaps and get us closer to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. At Future Cleantech Architects, we are committed to:✅ Accele
Germany and Natural Gas | FCA at ntv Nachrichten!
In recent years, European countries, such as Germany, that depend heavily on gas for their industry have sought new suppliers. Germany has historically relied on gas as a bridging
Webinar: Bold Climate Philanthropy for 2025 and Beyond | Join us!
Thinking about giving to climate this GivingTuesday? Join our Founder & CEO, Peter Schniering, on Thursday December 5th at 9 am PT | 12 pm ET | 5 pm GMT for a webinar hosted by
Positive Tipping Points, COP29, Fossil Fuels, and the Future of Electric Vehicles | FCA on Euronews
Our Founder & CEO, Peter Schniering, took part in Euronews’ show “Brussels, my love?“, discussing COP29 (and the future of the Framework Convention Process)
📢 Hot off the press! New Future Cleantech Factsheet on Hydrogen is Out!
All you need to know about hydrogen, its production, challenges, and prioritization: We are pleased to release a new episode of The Basics & The Gaps. Hydrogen production is hi