What does it consist of?

The Energy Transformers – Energy Transition Programme brings together companies, SMEs, start-ups, and educational and research institutions to accelerate the application of solutions created at ATE. It is a direct link between innovation and the market. Through workshops, mentoring, and networking, it supports participants in creating synergies, attracting investment, and forming strategic partnerships, including pilot projects and commercial agreements.

From the laboratory to the market

The programme aims to:

• Help partners get the most out of their products, processes and services;

• Transform ideas and technologies into market-ready solutions;

• Support progress towards development and commercialisation goals, with estimated sales of €552.30 million.

Who can participate?

ATE Agenda partners and other entities seeking solutions for the energy transition can participate. It is an opportunity to enter a collaborative ecosystem and accelerate innovation in the energy sector.

Timeline

The second edition will run from January to March 2026, with final dates to be announced.

More information

Launch Webinar – Energy Transformers

This initiative is led by INESC-TEC and Beta-i, with the support of the ATE Association.

What does it consist of?

The ATE Open Innovation Program is an international initiative that aims to accelerate innovation and collaboration in the energy sector, promoting the co-creation of advanced solutions between startups, scale-ups, technology providers, and large companies.

Through this initiative, participants will face real challenges defined by large corporations and experts, validate and test solutions through pilots and proof-of-concepts, and collaborate with key players in the energy ecosystem in Portugal and Europe.

How does it work?

The program proposes challenges organized into six key areas: data interoperability, flexible charging, battery circularity, energy communities, smart logistics, and disruptive mobility.

Participants submit their solution or technology, aligned with the defined challenges.

-The selected solutions go through phases of mentoring, involvement with industrial partners, and structuring of a pilot or proof of concept.

Who can participate?

Researchers, startups, scale-ups, and technology providers who have the following can apply:

– Validated prototypes or market-ready solutions;

– Strong alignment with the challenges defined by the initiative’s partners;

– A collaborative mindset and adaptability to industry needs.

For the complete and updated schedule, please visit the initiative’s website. This initiative is led by INESC-TEC and Beta-i, with the support of the ATE Association.