June 18, 2024
The hydrogen start-up event of the year
HYDROVERSE CONVENTION #2024
Thank you for taking part!
Event
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Welcome to the HYDROVERSE CONVENTION #2024, where we bring together start-ups and experts from the European hydrogen industry to share their insights, ideas and experiences. Hosted by H2UB, a matchmaker and hydrogen accelerator, this event takes you to the forefront of hydrogen innovation.
The HYDROVERSE CONVENTION 2023 provided a central stage for rising European start-ups in the industry to shine, while also offering innovators, companies and investors an opportunity to exchange ideas and network.
And due to it’s great success, we will be back next year: Join us for the next round of hydrogen innovation on June 18, 2024!
Until we see each other again, take a stroll down memory lane and discover our program from the first HYDROVERSE CONVENTION #2023 below.
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Program
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*** The following program including speakers and start-ups are from last year 2023. ***
HYDROVERSE CONVENTION #2023
Take a look at what our program had in store for visitors this year: discover hands-on pitches, thought-provoking panels and inspiring networking sessions. We designed the program to make a dynamic and engaging experience possible – for participants of all backgrounds and interests. Our program also included a dedicated networking area.
Our program also included a dedicated networking area. Whether you’re looking to build new partnerships, explore business opportunities or simply expand your network – don’t miss out on the chance to connect and engage with fellow professionals!
Admission
- 2:30-3:00 PM
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Opening speech
- 3:00-3:10 PM
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Empowering European Manufacturers for Green Hydrogen Success
- 3:10-3:25 PM
Keynote Speaker: Philipp Offenberg
Senior Manager Europe, Breakthrough Energy
Making hydrogen happen: How to catalyze and fuel change
- 3:25-3:50 PM
Panelists: Jorgo Chatzimarkakis (Hydrogen Europe), Dr. Stefan Kaufmann (Hydrogen Executive Advisor to the Thyssenkrupp Board), Dr. Cecilia Papini (SNAM)
Pitch Session #1
- 3:50-4:40 PM
With pitches from Arthur Bus, Boson Energy, Carnot, HTM, PMR Tech, Turn Energy
Networking break
- 4:40-5:10 PM
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Pitch Session #2
- 5:10-6:00 PM
With pitches from CENmat, CibusCell, Fast Sense, JOLT, Point Twelve, xemX
Building a thriving H2 economy in Europe: Ways to foster talent and encourage growth
- 6:00-6:30 PM
Panelists: Dr. Gokce Mete (South Pole), Dr. Gregor Polcyn (WEW GmbH) and Paulina Jänsch (Leanox Impact Capital),
Pitch Ceremony
- 6:30-6:40 PM
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Farewell
- 6:40-6:45 PM
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Networking Party
- 6:45 pm
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Start-ups
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*** The following start-ups are from last year 2023. ***
Meet our start-ups
A wide range of European Hydrogen Start-ups gave unique insights into their business ideas and discussed current H2 challenges with our visitors.
Speaker
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*** The following speaker are from last year 2023. ***
Our speakers came from a wide range of backgrounds, including academia, industry, and government. They provided a diverse and comprehensive perspective on the latest developments of hydrogen technology and innovation.
Jorgo Chatzimarkakis
Hydrogen Europe
Jorgo Chatzimarkakis has been working at Hydrogen Europe since 2016. He currently holds the position of CEO. He previously covered roles in the planning department of the Foreign Office of Germany, at Infineon Technologies and was Member of the European Parliament (2004-2014) inter alia in the ITRE Committee (Industry, Technology, Research and Energy) where he could contribute to lay the cornerstone for the first and the second Joint Undertaking on hydrogen and fuel cells. He was awarded Hydrogen Person of the Year at the World Hydrogen Awards 2022.
Paulina Jänsch
Leanox Impact Capital
Paulina Jänsch is founder and partner of the Essen-based venture capital fund Leanox Impact Capital. She is a financial expert in the field of sustainable investments and advises family offices, universities, foundations, startup associations and incubators.
Paulina is an active advocate for female empowerment and stands out for her inclusive and empathetic leadership style. Her goal is to attract more women as business angels and to achieve more parity in the start-up scene.
Dr. Stefan Kaufmann
Hydrogen Executive Adviser to the thyssenkrupp Board
Dr. Stefan Kaufmann served as Innovation Commissioner for Green Hydrogen at the German Ministry of Education and Research from June 2020 to July 2022. In this position, he was a regular guest at the State Secretaries’ Committee for Hydrogen of the Participating Ministries as well as the National Hydrogen Council.
Since August 2022 he is working as a Senior Adviser. In one of his main mandates he is adviser to the thyssenkrupp board regarding all cross-business hydrogen activities and projects and represent the company nationally and internationally in all matters related to hydrogen.
Dr. Gregor Polcyn
WEW GmbH
Dr. Gregor Polcyn is founder and managing director of WEW GmbH, an emerging start-up, that develops and produces innovative alkaline water electrolysis stacks. His responsibilities within the company mainly include technology development and production processes.
He has been dedicated to the field of hydrogen and electrolysis for over 15 years. After completing his Ph.D. in technical electrochemistry, he spent more than nine years gaining valuable experience in leadership positions specializing in electrolysis plants at a world-leading engineering company.
Dr. Gokce Mete
Hydrogen for Net Zero Initiative
Dr. Gokce Mete is Senior Expert in heavy industry transition and low-carbon hydrogen at South Pole and leads the Hydrogen for Net Zero Initiative (H2NZ). She also leads the policy and advocacy efforts of South Pole in the low-carbon hydrogen space and is responsible for developing hydrogen business opportunities.
Gokce is co-founder of the Women in Green Hydrogen Network, author of over 30 publications, and has over a decade of policy and regulatory analysis, public affairs, project development and stakeholder management experience.
Mona Neubaur
Minister for Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia
Mona Neubaur was born on 1 July 1977 in Pöttmes, Bavaria. On 30 June 2022, she was appointed Deputy Premier and Minister for Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia.
Photo credit: ©MWIKE NRW/Nils Leon Brauer
Philipp Offenberg
Breakthrough Energy
Philipp Offenberg has spent several years building up expertise in the field of energy, climate action, and sustainability, while working in high-level public policy positions. He serves as Senior Manager on the Breakthrough Energy Europe team, where he is responsible for BE Europe’s EU-level policy engagement and Germany strategy.
Between 2016-2019, Philipp worked as an Advisor on energy and climate policy in the strategy department of former European Commission President, Jean-Claude Juncker.
Dr. Cecilia Papini
SNAM
Dr. Cecilia Papini is Manager of Decarbonization Technology Solutions at Snam and currently leads the HyAccelerator program, Snam’s corporate accelerator focusing on hydrogen and decarbonization start-ups.
Previously she obtained a PhD in Chemistry from Sorbonne University working on enzymatic systems for hydrogen production and worked as a Strategy Consultant.
Location
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Our venue in Essen
The HYDROVERSE CONVENTION #2023 took place on June 20, 2023 at the Colosseum Theater.
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The Colosseum Theater is easily accessible by public transport (Berliner Platz station) – including various lines of the subway (U11, U17, U18), tram (101, 103, 105, 106, 109) and bus lines.
To protect the environment, we recommend using public transportation to get to the venue. If you arrive by car, we suggest using the nearby parking space at Nordhofstraße. A day ticket costs 4 Euro.
Address for navigation:
Nordhofstraße Westviertel 45127 Essen
We recommend that you book your accommodation in good time for the HYDROVERSE CONVENTION on June 20, 2023. The following hotels are in walking distance to the Colosseum Theater Essen.
Motel One Essen
Phone: +49 (201) 437 537-0
E-Mail: essen@motel-one.com
Distance to venue: 0,9 km
Flowers Hotel Essen
Frohnhauser Straße 55
45127 Essen
Distance to venue: 0,3 km
Holiday Inn Essen City Center
Frohnhauser Straße 6
45127 Essen
Distance to venue: 0,3 km
B&B Hotel Essen
Helmut-Käutner-Straße 4
45127 Essen
Distance to venue: 0,4 km
Boutique Essen City
Hoffnungsstraße 19
45127 Essen
Distance to venue: 0,5 km
tickets
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Book your free ticket
Tickets to our HYDROVERSE CONVENTION are available via Eventbrite. Attendance at our event is free of charge, but booking a ticket is mandatory. We look forward to seeing you soon in Essen!
Even though the ticket is free of charge, we kindly request that you inform Carolin Nickel (carolin.nickel@h2ub.com) or send your cancellation via Eventbrite in case you are unable to attend. This helps us to plan more sustainably. Your cooperation is appreciated.
About
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H2UB – The #HYDROVERSE
H2UB connects start-ups with companies, universities, research institutes and investors. We create synergies that accelerate the development of the hydrogen market in Europe.
We present our main event – the HYDROVERSE CONVENTION – where we take you to the HYDROVERSE. Here, everybody comes together – start-ups, innovators, companies, investors.
The HYDROVERSE CONVENTION is the European hydrogen start-up event of the year. If you are into hydrogen innovation, don’t miss it!
Read more about the H2UB, our start-up programs and community events on our website:
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Pictures
Here you can find pictures for free use. When using the photos, please refer to the source H2UB.
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Press Releases
HYDROVERSE CONVENTION #Summer 2023 brings more than 300 visitors from the hydrogen industry to Essen
HYDROVERSE CONVENTION brings 350 experts from the hydrogen industry to Essen
English press release
HYDROVERSE CONVENTION holt 350 Expert*innen aus der Wasserstoff-Wirtschaft nach Essen
Deutsche Pressemitteilung
Press & Media Information
FAQ – Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, press representatives can be accredited for free for the HYDROVERSE CONVENTION #2024. More information will be available as soon as tickets are on sale.
No, a press card is not necessary for accreditation.
No, there is no limit to the number of press tickets available. We can provide press tickets to all interested media representatives.
Just come to our registration desk, check in with your name, and you will receive a press badge.
We are happy to facilitate interviews with your desired interview partners. Please submit your interview request to Marina Scheider, PR & Communications (marina.scheider@h2ub.com). Once we have received all the necessary details, we will notify the requested speaker and provide them with your contact information so they can reach out to you directly.
Yes, we provide a dedicated business area on-site for accredited press representatives to conduct interviews.
Contact
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