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Energy Research

Information website on project funding from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy in the 8th energy research programme

A 3D model of the new Siemens Energy “Elyzer P-360” electrolyser at European Hydrogen Week in Brussels. © Siemens Energy

Hydrogen under pressure: Experts develop a new generation of electrolysers

The SUPER-H2 project is developing new automated manufacturing processes for electrolysers that enable hydrogen to be produced under pressure.

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22.10.2026 News

Record expansion: Nearly 3 terawatts of installed photovoltaic capacity worldwide in 2025

The report “Trends in PV Applications 2026” confirms that 2025 saw another record year for the expansion of global installed photovoltaic capacity.

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06.10.2026 News

New welding process for track construction uses 40 percent less energy

The PROENOS research project demonstrates how seamless welding in railway construction can be carried out in a more resource-efficient manner.

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15.09.2026 Project Insights

End-of-life rotor blades: recycling rather than incineration

Various project initiatives are investigating how composite materials can be recovered from end-of-life rotor blades and put to good use.

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25.08.2026 Interviews

Reducing room for interpretation and supporting planning and investment certainty

Interview with PORTAL GREEN II: Josephine Glandien from the DBI Group explains how practical guidelines are intended to simplify planning processes.

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Whilst the residents of this house enjoy the sunshine on their balcony, the organic photovoltaic modules attached to it are working at full capacity. © ASCA GmbH & Co. KG

17.08.2026 News

From research to production: How organic PV modules can be produced more cost-effectively

Although organic photovoltaic generates less electricity than conventional silicon modules, they excel in terms of light transmission and design.

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Funding

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Funding Announcement

Funding priorities

Research institutions, companies and others can apply for funding from the BMWK based on the funding announcement for the 8th Energy Research Programme.

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Funding Format

Living Labs of the Energy Transition

Living labs of the energy transition are a funding format for innovation projects on an industrial scale and in a real environment.

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Funding Format

Micro Projects

Micro projects are an element of the funding announcement as part of the 8th Energy Research Programme offering low-threshold access to research funding.

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The 8th Energy Research Programme for Applied Energy Research

A climate-neutral and secure energy supply needs bold solutions in order to succeed. The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy is funding applied energy research in Germany with the "8th Energy Research Programme for Applied Energy Research - Research Missions for the Energy Transition" so that these innovations can emerge and quickly become part of everyday life in Germany.

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"Drive innovations for the transition to an efficient, resilient, and sustainable energy system."

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Energy System

"Pave the way for a sustainable hydrogen economy through new technological solutions and concepts along the entire value chain."

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Hydrogen

"Accelerate the transition to sustainable and efficient heating and cooling."

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Heat

"Strengthen the role of energy research as a catalyst for progress in the economy and society."

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Transfer

"Create innovations for a secure and affordable electricity supply that contributes to climate protection."

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Electricity

With the 8th energy research programme, the BMWE pursues a mission oriented innovation policy for the energy transition.

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Mission Overview