Online via Teams

Event description:

Join this online workshop to discuss and provide feedback on the SUNGATE Hotspot analysis report for the potential of utilizing photoelectrochemical cell (PEC) technology for e-methanol production across Europe

The workshop will present and critically discuss the findings of the Hotspot Analysis developed within the SUNGATE project ​and place them in the broader context of emerging technologies and their role in future energy systems.

Key insights from the analysis include:

• Identification of geographic “hotspots” where production costs and demand align (e.g. regions of Southern France and Northern Germany)
• The importance of land costs and investment costs as key drivers for economic feasibility
• The mismatch between demand centers (e.g. ports, industry hubs) and cost-efficient production areas

Workshop objective:

• Presentation of key results from the hotspot analysis and sensitivity analysis ​
• Gather experts feedback on assumptions, methodology, and interpretations ​
• Discussion on implication for future energy system and market uptake of PEC technologies ​
• Explore recommendations for successful deployment ​

This workshop is particularly relevant for:

• Energy system modellers ​
• Researchers in Power-to-X technologies ​
• Industry stakeholders ​

Your expertise is essential to discuss the findings and perspectives for PECs in Europe.

Background context

Photo-electrochemical cell (PEC) technologies are emerging as a potential pathway for producing solar fuels by directly converting sunlight, water and CO₂ into energy carriers. While promising, they are at an early stage of development and face technical, economic, and societal challenges. This workshop will help bridge modelling insights with real-world perspectives to support informed decisions for future deployment.

The SUNGATE project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation programme under Grant Agreement No. 101122061​

The workshop is hosted by DEMOCRACY X (formerly The Danish Board of Technology) as part of the SUNGATE project. DEMOCRACY X has over three decades of experience working with collaborative technology assessment and stakeholder engagement.

Registration: Register for the Workshop on Perspectives and Review of the SUNGATE Hotspot Analysis

Please direct any questions about the event to Project Manager Aske Palsberg, aspa@demx.dk.

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