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The energy industry faces major challenges: security of supply, climate neutrality, and efficiency must all be achieved simultaneously. At E-world Energy and Water 2026, Fraunhofer ITWM demonstrates how digital technologies are accelerating this transformation. 

Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly important, but many young people lack basic knowledge in this area. The free AI Advent calendar developed by DFKI and RPTU uses interactive tasks to teach knowledge and spark interest in AI at an early age. The project is intended to be established on a long-term basis and is under the patronage of Minister President Alexander Schweitzer.

The »TU-Nachwuchsring« now goes by the new name »REaCh – RPTU Center for Early Career Researchers«. This more clearly emphasizes its focus on supporting scientists in the early stages of their careers. Its previous strengths remain unchanged – »REaCh« is the TU-Nachwuchsring, only further developed.

How can Artificial Intelligence and simulation advance biotechnology? What innovations from research can help companies use resources more efficiently and increase added value? These questions were the focus of the workshop »AI and Simulation in Biotechnology.«

Funding from the state of Rhineland-Palatinate is enabling new equipment for research into digital and social transformation, biotechnology, and health and sustainability research. Fifteen projects are being supported, including projects in robotics and health research.

The AI Real-World Laboratory for Agriculture (RLA) is researching how artificial intelligence can make agriculture more productive, sustainable, and resource-efficient. Under the leadership of the University of Osnabrück and with the participation of DFKI, practical AI and robotics solutions are being developed. In the future, they will be tested in real fields at the FieldLab Agrar.

Efficient battery technologies are crucial for achieving national and European climate targets. In the EU-funded project »STELLAR,« Fraunhofer ITWM is working with 16 European partners to develop a cost-effective test facility for the safe and sustainable production of lithium metal anode foils.

Fraunhofer IESE is part of the European CEADS project, which is creating a secure, interoperable, and trustworthy data space for European agriculture. The goal is to promote data-based innovations, new value chains, and AI applications in order to increase efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability.