TU Delft Clean Tech Conference

Clean Tech Conference - Where Science meets Industry

March 17, 2026 | TU Delft Aula Conference Centre

Following the success of our previous Hydrogen and Green Chemistry conferences in 2023 and 2024, we proudly present the Clean Tech Conference 2026 – a full-day event dedicated to forging stronger collaborations across science, technology, industry, and policy to accelerate the energy transition.

Join this exceptional gathering of leading experts, innovators, policymakers, and industry pioneers who are shaping the technologies and strategies driving a sustainable future.

This third edition marks an important step forward with a richer program and more opportunities to connect and collaborate. Explore the cutting edge of clean technology research and innovation — from hydrogen and green chemistry to integrated energy systems — and discover how TU Delft’s research and partnerships are paving the way towards a cleaner industry.

Programme content

Keynote by Laura Cozzi (IEA)
Breakout sessions – Choose your Focus
- Transitioning to an Inclusive Energy System: join this techno-socio-economic session to hear about the latest developments and insights towards a new energy system. How can we integrate hydrogen into the energy systems? What are feasible transition paths?
  - With presentations by: Arnaud Wyers (Total Energy), Eugen Popa (TU Delft), Devin Diran and Thomas Hajonides van der Meulen (TNO Vector)
- Enabling Green Chemistry: this session focuses on unravelling the impact of using alternative raw materials in industrial clusters and working towards the first large-scale production and storage hub for renewable (aviation) fuels.
  - With presentations by: Andrea Ramírez Ramirez (TU Delft), Rajat Bhardwaj (Power2X), Mark Schmets (Ministry of KGG)
- Accelerating Large-scale Hydrogen Usage: this session is all about large-scale hydrogen usage. Can we unlock demand by considering green hydrogen use for making end products rather than intermediates, and what are the expectations for mobility? And what role does innovation in the Port of Rotterdam play?
  - With presentations by: Frits de Groot (VNO NCW), Prof. Arvind Gangoli Rao (TU Delft), Marjolein Hulsebosch (Port of Rotterdam)
Lunch at the Clean Tech Innovation Market - Meet start-ups, researchers, and TU Delft student teams presenting their innovations.
Collaboration sessions – Co-create and Connect
- Start-up Innovation Session – from start-up to scale-up
- Ideation Labs Workshop – turning research into impact
- Collaboration sessions on Hydrogen-integrated Energy Systems, Energy Transition technology, and the SAF Excellence Centre
Keynote by Marit Bouwmeester
Networking drinks

Read more about the programme and our speakers, or about the Innovation Market.

Why attend?

Gain strategic insights from international leaders, including Laura Cozzi, Director of Sustainability, Technology and Outlooks at the International Energy Agency.
Explore breakthrough innovations at the Clean Tech Innovation Market — meet start-ups, student teams, and research groups turning science into real-world impact.
Engage directly with researchers and explore opportunities for collaboration, funding, and applied research partnerships.
Network with peers and decision-makers shaping the next phase of Europe’s clean industrial transition.
Be inspired by success stories and visionary perspectives — from cutting-edge science to Olympic-level leadership in innovation, as shared by Marit Bouwmeester during the closing keynote.

Tickets

Buy your ticket now, and don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and create the partnerships that will define the next generation of clean industry.

University employees:
- Early bird fee €75, limited availability
- Regular fee €95
Industry and governmental agencies
- Early bird fee €150, limited availability
- Regular fee €195
Exhibition package:
- Booth at the Innovation Market €350, read more