SYMPOSIUM  8-9-10 oct 2025

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Grenoble

France

We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming FACET Symposium 2025, set in the vibrant city of Grenoble, France - a nexus of innovation and research excellence.

 8th October

This year’s sessions will focus on 4 high-impact thematic areas:

  • Critical minerals
  • Ebio-fuels
  • Hydrogen
  • Smart grids

The symposium will bring together academic experts, industry leaders,and policymakers for a day of keynotes, expert panels, and project showcases.

9 th October

Grenoble Innovation Tour


Participants will have the opportunity to take part in guided visits to Grenoble’s cutting-edge research centers, including CEA and UGA laboratories. These visits will offer a closer look at current projects and opportunities for collaboration.


We will be happy to coordinate visits tailored to

your interests on the 9 and 10 October.



10th October

Ecosystem Visits


The AURA Region, a key research and innovation hub with 140+ research centers and 13% of France’s GDP, leads in high-tech industries and sustainable energy. Participants will take part in guided visits to state-ofthe- art facilities in the Region such as

INES (French national institute for solar energy). Visits can also be extended nationwide, offering a broader exploration of France’s innovation landscape.

Why Grenoble ?

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A BEACON OF RESEARCH, INNOVATION AND excellence

Ranked among the top 150 universities worldwide (top 50 in 6 disciplines and top 100 in 15 disciplines), Université Grenoble Alpes also stands out as the most inventive university in Europe, with over 3,300 patents filed between 2000 and 2020 and 170 active start-ups. It welcomes 57,000 students, including 3,000 doctoral candidates and 11,000 international students, and is a global leader in fields such as AI,

quantum engineering, digital health, and cybersecurity.


As the leading research organization in France and Europe for patent filings, the CEA files 660 patents

annually (70% on the Grenoble site), supports 240 start-ups, and manages 30 technological platforms. It notably launched Minatec and INES and hosts France’s first industrial renewable hydrogen unit.


The region also hosts five major international research facilities (ESRF, ILL, EMBL, IRAM, EMFL), welcoming over 8,000 visiting researchers annually, thereby strengthening its global scientific influence.

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A LEADING HUB FOR DEEPTECH AND INDUSTRY

Ranked among the top 20 DeepTech hubs worldwide and 7th in Europe for DeepTech startups, the Grenoble Alpes ecosystem includes 750 start-ups that have raised nearly €4 billion since 2000. With 700 patents filed annually, it is the leading patent filer in the French public sector. It also hosts global industry leaders such as STMicroelectronics, Schneider Electric, and Soitec.

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A STRATEGIC LOCATION OFFERING AN INSPIRING ENVIRONMENT

Located at the crossroads of Europe, Grenoble is renowned for its exceptional Alpine landscapes and ranked the best city in the world for quality of life.


Why Attend ?


  • Access insights from specialists and decision-makers
  • Participate in sessions addressing urgent transition challenges
  • Network with key bilateral stakeholders
  • Explore funding opportunities for projects
  • Contribute to the development of tomorrow's clean energy workforce


FACET Symposium is indeed a unique opportunity to connect with global peers, share expertise and shape the future of energy transition. It is dedicated to highlevel and impactful collaboration, fostering lasting partnerships and leading to joint initiatives.