In support of the Energy Strategy 2050, the experts at the Hightech Zentrum Aargau help companies drive innovation and advance renewable energy technologies and their applications. Given the diverse range of stakeholders and the unique challenges in the energy sector, our approach is tailored to each case, ensuring customized solutions for every situation.
On one hand, we directly support the development of energy-generating technologies, such as solar, wind, hydropower, and especially geothermal energy in Aargau. In addition to energy generation, optimizing the timing of energy usage and interim storage are also critical areas of focus. Numerous small and large projects have already been initiated, supported, and guided.
In the field of resource efficiency, we are seeing growing interest, naturally leading to an increase in project activities. These forward-thinking consultations and innovation projects span from product design to process innovations, recycling, and the circular economy. Specifically in the circular economy, our Circular Argovia program provides a valuable introduction to the topic.
Make the most of your valuable resources — time and finances — by reaching out to our technology and innovation experts at the Hightech Zentrum Aargau early in the process. Together, we will find practical solutions and address your pressing questions and challenges in bringing your ideas to life, positioning you optimally for future success.
Energy, Resources, and Data
The management of data and information is becoming increasingly important and influential in the fields of energy technologies and resource efficiency.
Digitalization, energy, and resource management are key focus areas in collaborative and priority projects regularly conducted by the Hightech Zentrum Aargau, either independently or in partnership with other organizations. These efforts have positioned Aargau as a "hotspot" for hackdays and the Smart City initiative.
Events
Energy Technology in the Canton of Aargau
A strong partner network is essential for shaping the energy future of our canton. To foster this, the Hightech Zentrum Aargau actively connects local stakeholders through various cooperation projects and events, initiating collaborative efforts.
The recurring energy event hosted by the Hightech Zentrum Aargau highlights innovation projects from Aargau and showcases solutions and technology trends in both national and international contexts.
Projects
citelligent
The annual citelligent conference, held at Lenzburg Castle, offers cities and municipalities concrete support in the design and implementation of Smart City projects. From the beginning, the Hightech Zentrum Aargau has played a key role in organizing and executing the event in collaboration with Savisio, while also participating in numerous implementation projects..
Energy Data Hackdays
The Energy Data Hackdays bring together energy experts, analysts, data scientists, programmers, students, and other interested individuals from various fields to collaboratively tackle specific challenges. Topics such as integrating renewable energy technologies, smart meter data analysis, and electric vehicle user behavior are among the challenges presented by partner organizations.
Projects initiated during the hackathon can be further developed by the teams and may even receive direct financial support through collaboration with the NTN Innovation Booster Energy Lab. The EDIH Energy Data Innovation Hub serves as the main organizer of this event.
Open Farming Hackdays
The Open Farming Hackdays are an initiative led by the Liebegg Agricultural Center, the Hightech Zentrum Aargau, and the Opendata.ch association. The event has shown that innovations in agriculture are not only possible and realistic but also exciting. There is great anticipation for the solutions that will emerge from the new challenges presented.
Praxiszirkel for knowledge and experience exchange
The focus area of energy technologies and resource efficiency offers Praxiszirkel that provide in-depth insights and foster active exchange on topics related to energy supply and the circular economy.
Promoting the Circular Economy in the Canton of Aargau
Circular Argovia is a new initiative designed to promote the circular economy in the Canton of Aargau. The program aims to raise awareness among interested companies and provides significant support in implementing their own solutions through knowledge transfer and targeted seed funding. This initiative seeks to accelerate the transition towards a more circular economy. "Circular Argovia" offers extensive support and funding opportunities to help companies on their path to greater circularity and a more sustainable future.
Learn more about the offerings of Circular Argovia and how you can leverage them for your business.
Resource efficiency consulting for SMEs in collaboration with Reffnet
Experts from the Hightech Zentrum Aargau, in collaboration with the Reffnet association, conduct resource checks to help SMEs optimize their processes and enhance resource efficiency. The goal is for companies to quickly and transparently identify and realize their efficiency potential.
Advisory board energy technologies and resource efficiency
The members of our Energy Technologies Advisory Board are seasoned experts with extensive experience in research, industry, and business. They support the Hightech Zentrum Aargau, thereby assisting SMEs in advancing their energy projects.
