The Netherlands could become a global leader in the fields of batteries, electrolyzers, and thermal storage systems by 2035. The Innovation domain of Energy Materials is one of the key future drivers of the Dutch economy.
The Netherlands has unique opportunities to strengthen its position through collaboration between its strong chemical industry and a comprehensive ecosystem for the construction of high-tech machinery.
Energy Materials is an exceptionally multidisciplinary innovation domain, where interesting challenges arise on various fronts. To bring the climate goals for 2030 within reach, a coordinated approach between government, industry, and other stakeholders is essential to remove obstacles.
The focus is on developing circular, sustainable materials and reducing dependence on critical raw materials. Holland High Tech supports the development of the ecosystem and drives progress in the innovation domain Energy Materials with strategic programs and the stimulation of public-private partnerships.
Energy Materials is one of the innovation domains of Holland High Tech, the top sector of High Tech Systems and Materials. We stimulate innovation in the field of Energy Materials for consortia of research organizations and companies with subsidies from the government's PPS Innovation Scheme. See a summary of the funded R&D programs and projects of Holland High Tech.
The innovation domain of Energy Materials focuses on the development and application of advanced materials that can store sustainable energy in a sustainable manner. This interdisciplinary research area combines materials science, chemistry, physics, and technology to create innovative materials that enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and performance of energy systems.
Innovative developments in the innovation domain of Energy Materials focus on:
Refraining from the use of fossil energy sources requires sustainable, preferably circular alternatives. Promising are:
The innovation domain of Energy Materials aligns with various other innovation domains.
Quantum sensing and computing play a crucial role in the development of new energy materials.
Imaging is used for quality control and monitoring of energy materials.
Precision equipment supports the production of energy materials.
Semiconductors are used in energy storage and conversion systems.
Innovation is essential for the Netherlands. We are working on smart innovations to address urgent transitions: Dutch solutions for global challenges. With technological innovation and unique expertise, we, as a country, anticipate future safety, autonomy, job security, and income. Holland High Tech amplifies the impact of innovation. Discover more about how we do this through our focus on urgent transitions and the innovation domains that provide solutions.
