Energy technology
The energy transition is urgent and requires solutions that are sustainable, reliable and affordable. Brabant is at the forefront of this shift by leveraging its unique strengths in innovation, technology and industry to create decentral solutions for energy generation, storage, distribution and usage, all in a flexible and efficient way. In Brabant, we are developing the next generation of energy technology.
Brabant: Leading the Charge in Next-Gen Energy Technology
Brabant’s energy ecosystem thrives on collaboration between knowledge institutions, startups, and high-tech manufacturers. Institutes like Eindhoven University of Technology, DIFFER, EIRES, Holst Centre, and TNO drive cutting-edge research, while companies such as Carbyon, LionVolt, and SparkNano translate ideas into practical innovations.
The region’s manufacturing and system engineering expertise, exemplified by VDL, Prodrive, Sioux, AAE, and NTS, ensures these solutions are scalable and application-ready. Brabant also leads in AI-driven energy management and smart control technologies, enabling flexible and decentralized systems, such as Smart Energy Hubs, that integrate multiple energy sources seamlessly.
By combining local generation, storage, and intelligent networks, Brabant addresses challenges such as grid congestion, accelerates renewable energy adoption, and strengthens energy independence. With its strong culture of collaboration and innovation, exemplified by initiatives such as the Innovation Coalitions on Batteries, Hydrogen, Nuclear, and Solar, the region is shaping a future-proof, sustainable, and resilient energy system, and establishing itself as a global leader in sustainable energy technology.
Energy Technology niches
Brabant is one of the few places in the world with such dense knowledge and industrial experience on the following 3 pillars for deep tech;
Next Generation Battery technology
Brabant is home to a unique cluster of high-tech manufacturers, startups, scale-ups, and leading research institutes driving the future of battery technology. With specialized expertise in thin-film technology, interface engineering, and plasma chemistry, Brabant is where advanced anodes and innovative spatial Atomic Layer Deposition technology come to life, delivering higher energy density, improved safety and longer cycle life for the battery industry. A robust manufacturing sector, specialized in high-mix, high-complexity, low-volume production, ensures rapid deployment of these new battery technologies.
The region also excels in electrifying heavy-duty mobility, with major OEMs like DAF and VDL at the forefront. Brabant combines cutting-edge research with industrial know-how, making it a true powerhouse for next-generation battery materials, components and equipment.
Next Generation Hydrogen technology
Brabant is home to a vibrant high-tech ecosystem, where strategic collaboration fuels continuous innovation in next-generation hydrogen technology.
The region focuses on developing equipment and solutions for cost-effective, green hydrogen production, making hydrogen cheaper, more efficient, and a key driver of the global energy transition. Innovations here include highly efficient electrolysers, components with long lifetimes, and designs that minimize the use of rare earth metals like iridium, all while fitting seamlessly into existing production systems.
By building a robust local supply chain, Brabant positions its OEMs and system suppliers as pivotal players in the global hydrogen value chain, helping the world scale up clean energy solutions faster and smarter.
Smart Energy technlogy
Brabant is a key player in smart energy innovation, combining cutting-edge research, advanced digital expertise, and a strong industrial base to create flexible, resilient, and efficient energy networks.
The region excels in digital energy management, AI-driven control systems, and decentralized energy solutions, enabling the integration of renewables, storage, and flexible demand. For instance, this is demonstrated by several Smart Energy Hubs at industrial parks and campuses, where multiple companies collaborate to share energy and optimize peak demand management. Brabant’s strength lies precisely in this collaboration. Here knowledge institutes, startups, and leading companies such as Sioux, Prodrive, Siemens and NXP, turn innovative concepts into scalable, real-world solutions.
From local microgrids to intelligent distribution networks, Brabant is shaping the energy systems of the future, helping communities and businesses optimize energy use, increase reliability, and accelerate the transition to a sustainable, decentralized energy landscape.
