The world is in the middle of a profound transformation: the energy transition is no longer a purely national project, but a global challenge with enormous implications. While the need to move away from fossil fuels is undisputed in view of the climate crisis, politics, business, science and society are faced with complex questions: How can energy systems be restructured quickly and in a socially acceptable way? What regulatory framework is required to promote innovation and facilitate investment? And how can technological developments, for example in the field of the hydrogen economy, be sustainably integrated into existing structures?

Europe has a particular responsibility here - both as an industrialised nations with high energy requirements and as a technological pioneer in the field of renewable energies. At the same time, geopolitical tensions, volatile energy markets and the sluggish implementation of key reforms are putting the energy transition to the test both here in Germany and worldwide.

The 32nd REGWA Energy Symposium is therefore once again addressing the most pressing issues about the future of our energy supply - with a special focus on renewable energies and hydrogen technology as key elements of a decarbonised energy system. Current developments, technological innovations, regulatory decisions and social perspectives will take centre stage.

The REGWA Symposium will once again provide a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue between science, business and civil society.

We look forward to exciting discussions and new impulses for shaping a climate-neutral future.

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Johannes Gulden

Director of the Institute of Renewable Energy Systems