Shaping 
the Energy 
Sector 
ATE Open Innovation Program is an international initiative designed to accelerate innovation and collaboration across the energy sector. Powered by the Alliance for Energy Transition (ATE), the program invites startups, scaleups, and technology providers worldwide to co-develop cutting-edge solutions with leading industry players.
Through this call, innovators will:
Address real industry challenges defined by corporates and experts.
Validate and test solutions through pilots and proof-of-concepts.
Collaborate with top partners across the Portuguese and European energy ecosystem.
Agenda ATE
Alliance for Energy Transition
The Alliance for Energy Transition (ATE) is a strategic initiative to strengthen the competitiveness and resilience of Portugal’s energy sector. By developing innovative, sustainable, and export-ready solutions, ATE positions Portugal at the forefront of global decarbonisation, digitalisation, and democratisation of energy.
ATE is structured across five key areas of intervention:
Decarbonisation of the energy system
Decentralisation and democratisation of energy
Sustainable industries and circular use of resources
Intelligent and sustainable mobility
Digitalisation of the energy sector
Decarbonisation of the energy system
Decentralisation and democratisation of energy
Sustainable industries and circular use of resources
Open Call
Challenges
We are scouting innovators in six challenge domains shaped by partners:
Data Interoperability
Seamless integration of mobility & energy systems.
Flexible Charging
Smart charging aligned with renewables & user needs.
Battery Circularity
Reuse, recycling & recovery of batteries & solar panels.
Energy Communities
Buildings & neighborhoods as energy hubs.
Smart Logistics
IoT & digital twins for low-emission mobility.
Disruptive Mobility
Hydrogen, autonomous vehicles & breakthrough tech.
Partners
What’s in it for you
Build partnerships with top corporates and co-design tailored solutions.
Access mentoring & expert support to refine and scale your solution.
Gain visibility in Portugal’s leading energy innovation ecosystem.
Enter new markets and unlock long-term business opportunities.
Timeline
Open Call Launch
Applications Close
Online Pitch
Speed Dating with Partners
Online Bootcamp
Open Call Launch
October 7
Applications Close
November 7
Online Pitch
November 19 – 20
Speed Dating with Partners
November 24 – 28
Online Bootcamp
December 3 – 5
Who should apply?
We welcome researchers, startups, scaleups, and innovators with:
Solutions (validated prototypes or market-ready).
Strong alignment with Partners challenges.
A collaborative mindset and adaptability to industry needs.
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