WORKSHOP
“Future Technologies and Long-Term Systems Outlook (2030–2040)”
We bring together leading academic scientists and researchers!
December 17th, 2026 1pm - 5pm
Scope of the event
This forward-looking workshop evaluates next-generation hydrogen technologies including high-temperature electrolysis, artificial photosynthesis, advanced synthetic fuels, digital twins, AI-based optimisation, and water resource constraints.
It assesses long-term sustainability limits and system resilience under climate stress scenarios.
Extended Outputs
• Emerging technology readiness roadmap
• 2040 hydrogen systems modelling
• Water-energy nexus sustainability analysis
• Strategic foresight recommendations
Agenda & Speakers
13:00–13:05 — Introduction & Objectives
Organizer
• Technology innovation beyond 2030
• Long-term decarbonisation pathways
• Objectives: breakthrough science, digitalisation, and system integration
• Expected outcomes aligned with EU 2040 climate targets
13:05–13:35 — Artificial Photosynthesis & Solar Fuels
Speaker (Academia): N.N.
• Direct solar-to-hydrogen systems
• Integrated catalyst–absorber designs
• Efficiency and scalability challenges
• Role in decentralised hydrogen production
13:35–14:05 — High-Temperature Solid Oxide Systems
Speaker (Academia): N.N.
• Solid oxide electrolysis advancements
• Co-electrolysis of H₂O and CO₂
• Efficiency gains and heat integration
• Industrial-scale implementation potential
14:05–14:35 — AI, Digital Twins & Optimised Hydrogen Systems
Speaker (Academia): N.N.
• AI-driven materials discovery
• Digital twins for plant optimisation
• Predictive maintenance and reliability modelling
• Data integration across hydrogen value chains
14:35–14:45 — Break
14:45–15:15 — Advanced Synthetic Fuels & Power-to-X
Speaker (Industry): N.N.
• E-fuels production pathways
• Integration with industrial CO₂ streams
• Market applications in aviation and shipping
• Scaling demonstration plants to commercial scale
15:15–15:45 — Water Resource Sustainability & Environmental Constraints
Speaker (Industry/Research): N.N.
• Water availability in large-scale hydrogen production
• Desalination integration
• Environmental footprint and lifecycle assessment
• Regional sustainability planning
15:45–16:15 — Long-Term Market Projections & Net-Zero Pathways
Speaker (Policy): N.N.
• Hydrogen demand in 2040–2050 scenarios
• Sectoral transformation outlook
• Infrastructure and investment needs
• Policy levers for acceleration
16:15–16:55 — Final Panel Discussion & 2040 Vision
All Speakers + Moderator
• Breakthrough technologies vs. incremental innovation
• Investment prioritisation for long-term impact
• Aligning research, industry, and policy
• Defining Europe’s leadership position in 2040 hydrogen economy
Concluding remarks
Registration
Deadlines:
Early-Bird: until July 15th, 2026
Registration : until September 5th, 2026
The registration takes place online by filling out the form.
The registration and access to the virtual room for workshop is effective only if the fees payment has been confirmed.
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Prices* :
Industry: 150 € (early bird**: 125 €)
Academy: 125 € (early bird**: 100 €)
Students***: 90 € (early bird**: 75 €)
* Note that prices are subject to VAT (for European countries, except Germany, provide the VAT number of your organisation to be within the VAT reverse framework payment).
** Until November 15th, 2020
*** Copy of the registration certificate (Ph.D, undergraduates)
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