November 16, 2023

Switzerland's Climate Neutrality 2050: The Journey through Energy Storage Technologies

Act Now! Join an exclusive tech briefing: 'Switzerland’s Climate Neutrality 2050: The Journey through Energy Storage Technologies'. Presented by experts from CSEM, Empa, and PSI, this event unveils the latest in energy storage tech. Learn how these innovations drive Switzerland toward a more sustainable future. Don't miss your chance to make a difference. Register today!

Switzerland is committed to achieving climate neutrality by 2050, in line with the Climate and Innovation Act. This entails a significant shift from fossil fuels to renewables. Energy storage plays a pivotal role in this transition by stabilizing power supply from sources like solar and wind, enhancing grid reliability, and fostering innovation.

Join us for insights into the latest energy storage tech at this event, presented by CSEM, Empa, and PSI. Discover how these technologies can drive Switzerland towards its climate goals.

Don't miss this exclusive event on Switzerland's path to climate neutrality. Register today to secure your free spot before they're all gone. Together, we can build a more sustainable future.

Venue: Auditorium EPFL, Rue de la Maladière 71C, 2002 Neuchâtel
Event language: English
Date & time: Thursday, November 16, 2023, from 13:30 till 18:00

Program

12:30

Registration

13:00

Welcome & introduction

Bahaa Roustom, VP Marketing & Business development, CSEM

13:15

Part 1: Next generation technology

  • "Strategies for Li metal anodes and solid electrolytes for next generation of batteries" - Andrea Ingenito, Group Leader, CSEM
  • "Enabling lithium metal anodes using physical vapor deposition (PVD)" - Jose Antonio Gonzalez Martinez, Program Manager, Belenos Clean Power

14:05

Part 2: Technical system integration

  • "Towards a net-zero Switzerland in 2050 - Sector coupled planning and operation of storage technologies" - Dr. Robin Mutschler, Scientist Urban Energy Systems Lab, Empa

14:25

Coffee break

14:45

Part 2: Technical system integration

  • "Underground sun conversion flex store, seasonal energy storage" - Andreas Kunz, Head Energy Assets, Energie 360° AG

15:10

Part 3: System integration economy and environment

  • "Hydrogen based energy storage" - Peter Christian, Electrical Engineer, PSI
  • "Hydrogen for fast charging of electric battery vehicles" - Thomas Walter, H2 Energy AG

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Conclusion

Bahaa Roustom, VP Marketing & Business Development, CSEM

16:05

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