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New Energy for Industry

The NEFI innovation network of science, technology providers and companies demonstrates a pathway towards the transformation of industry

NEFI Conference 2026

NEFI – Austrian Industry and Technology Developers Tackling the Energy Transition

The switch to renewable energies to achieve the European climate protection goals is a major challenge for the Austrian manufacturing and energy-intensive industry. At the same time, Austrian technology providers have a great opportunity to expand their market leadership position worldwide and make a significant contribution to securing Austria as an industrial hotspot. NEFI – New Energy for Industry will demonstrate the pathway for the transformation of manufacturing and energy-intensive industry.

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September 18, 2026

NEFI Technology Talk: Mineral Carbonation of Primary and Secondary Raw Materials
by Oxana Schmidt

The mineral carbonation of primary and secondary raw materials represents an innovative approach to permanently binding CO2 in mineral form. It opens up new opportunities for the utilisation of industrial residues, long-term CO2 storage, and improved resource efficiency. As such, it contributes to the decarbonisation of energy-intensive industries and supports the transition towards a sustainable circular economy.

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September 21, 2026

NEFI Technology Talk: Net Zero Industry Day
by Oxana Schmidt

How can we successfully transform industry into a climate-neutral sector – and what skills are needed to achieve this?

The NEFI Technology Talk Net Zero Industry Day brings together industry, research, further education, and innovation networks to discuss precisely these questions. The NEFI Technology Talk focuses on current developments relating to industrial transformation, sustainable technologies and future-oriented skills development.

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Demo Workshop: ADC Pilot Factory Showcased Innovative DC Grid Solutions
by Oxana Schmidt

On July 1, 2026, the Austrian DC Pilot Factory at Fill Maschinenbau in Gurten, Upper Austria, opened its doors to showcase research results and innovative demonstrators for the climate-neutral industry of the future.

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Cooperation as a Key Driver of the Heat Transition: Successful Future Heat Highway Workshop in Linz
by Oxana Schmidt

Around 60 experts from industry, energy utilities, research institutions, and public administration gathered in Linz on 18 June 2026 to discuss the potential of industrial waste heat and the importance of cross-company cooperation for achieving a climate-neutral heat supply.

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