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Are you ready to be a part of a revolutionary movement? One that's not just observing the shift in energy technology but actively directing it? Welcome to Siemens Energy - leading the global charge towards a more sustainable future.
With innovation centers nestled in the dynamic hearts of Berlin, Abu Dhabi, Orlando, and Shenzhen, we're not just witnessing the energy landscape evolve, but we're reshaping it to be better.
Understanding that a sustainable future requires reliability and accessibility, we bring you the Berlin Innovation Center (ICB). Our cutting-edge facility, built on the foundation of our historic gas turbine plant, is now the birthplace of innovative ideas that are accelerating the pace of change in the European energy market. At Siemens Energy, change is not just a concept - it's a mission we lead with determination.
Step into Siemens Energy, and you'll become part of an eclectic team, committed to driving the energy transition. Through our specialized training and robust internship programs, you'll realize that your potential can indeed be limitless.
At Siemens Energy, we're dedicated to nurturing talent that can confidently face the challenges posed by the energy transition.
So, are you ready to embark on this groundbreaking journey with us? Remember, at Siemens Energy, you aren't just an observer of the energy transition; you are an essential part of it.
Since October 2022, Iliana Portugues has been responsible for the Europe-wide representation of innovation at Siemens Energy as Vice President of the Innovation Center Berlin. Iliana Portugues joined Siemens Energy Transmission as a Futurist in October 2021. Previously, she was Director of Corporate Innovation and New Ventures at National Grid with a remit that included gas and electricity transmission and non-regulated business; developing technologies and solutions to lead the decarbonization of energy and a sustainable society. Iliana has held several leadership roles in innovation and research at National Grid Electricity Transmission, the University of Strathclyde in the UK and the Electric Power Research Institute in the US. Before deciding to focus on business innovation in the energy sector, Iliana founded and successfully exited several start-ups, mainly in the energy sector.
Iliana graduated from the University of Bath with an MEng in Electronics and Communications Engineering, where she was also sponsored by National Grid and the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) for her PhD thesis on the development of a radiometric system for locating partial discharges. She holds several advisory board positions, is a visiting scholar at the University of Belfast in Northern Ireland, a Chartered Engineer and a member of the Royal Society of Arts.
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The Innovation Center Berlin team is excited to help you shape the future. For general inquiries, please email us at Innovationcenter.berlin@siemens-energy.com. To view all team members, please download our Key Points of Contact sheet below.
Connect — Build an ecosystem connecting us with customers, start-ups, industrial partners, governments and universities
Ignite — Introduce and foster new skills-set, methods, tools and topics
Co-Create — Facilitate customer co-creation to drive the energy transformation
Explore — Develop early-stage R&D topics in pre-commercial phase that are beyond the active Business Area portfolio
Pilot — Execute rapid prototyping of MVPs to validate early-stage concepts for commercialization
Showcase — Make visible the approaches, opportunities and impacts of our innovations
Siemens Energy Innovation Centers are located in Berlin, Abu Dhabi, Orlando, and Shenzhen
Welcome area and Check-in
A full-time facility expert will welcome guests and guide them to their booked room or hospitality area.
Innovation Center Berlin entrance
A full-time facility expert will welcome guests and guide them to their booked room or hospitality area.
ICB Warm-up entrance
The Warm-up can be used a welcome area, for ceremonies and setting the tone for the tour including a kitchen corner.
ICB Warm-up
The Warm-up can be used a welcome area, for ceremonies and setting the tone for the tour including a kitchen corner.
Stand up, Open up and Try out
Stand up can hold up to 40 people; Open up and Try out can hold up to 20 people each. In combination, the three rooms can be extended to 80 people.
Stand up, Open up and Try out
The rooms are equipped with video conference technology (including ceiling microphones) and a wireless screen sharing system.
Try out
The Try out is designed for idea generation and collaboration, as well as design thinking.
Try out
The Try out is designed for idea generation and collaboration, as well as design thinking.
Work on
Work on is designed for break-out sessions or smaller meetings, such as brain writing, idea creation.
Think ahead
Think ahead is designed for break-out sessions or smaller meetings, such as brain writing, idea creation.
Meet hub 1
Meet hub 1 is a conference room and can hold up to 10 people. *The room is equipped with video conference technology and and a wireless screen sharing system.
Meet hub 2
Meet hub 2 is a conference room and can hold up to 10 people. *The room is equipped with video conference technology and and a wireless screen sharing system.
Meet hub 1 +2
Meet hub 1 + 2 is a combination of two rooms that can be converted into a conference room for up to 20 people. Often used for official occasions such as contract negotiations.
Solution circle
The Solution circle offers you the opportunity to get to know the products and solutions from Siemens Energy and to experience the energy landscape.
Solution circle
The Solution circle offers you the opportunity to get to know the products and solutions from Siemens Energy and to experience the energy landscape.
Time out
A catering team is available to cater for small or large groups.
Time out
A catering team is available to cater for small or large groups.
Time out
A catering team is available to cater for small or large groups.
Cafe Energy entrance
The Cafe Energy: Where relaxation fuels inspiration and innovation, can hold up to 60 people.
Cafe Energy
The Cafe Energy: Where relaxation fuels inspiration and innovation, can hold up to 60 people.
VIP wall
The quotes on our VIPs wall will ignite inspiration and drive innovation to new heights.
Walk of Innovation
Discover the milestones that shaped our world with our 'Walk of Innovations.'
Date: March 26, 2025
Location: Innovation Center Berlin, Huttenstr. 12, 10553 Berlin
Following is a tentative event program. Please be sure to confirm workshop sessions and times when you register.
When | What |
08:00 – 09:30 | Registration & Breakfast |
09:30 – 09:40 | Welcome & Safety Moment |
09:40 – 09:55 | Intro |
09:55 – 10:00 | Setting the tone |
10:00 – 10:15 | Opening Remarks |
10:15 – 11:00 | Keynote Speeches |
11:00 – 12:00 | Morning Workshops
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12:00 – 13:30 |
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13:30 – 14:30 |
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14:30 – 15:00 | Workshop Summaries |
15:00 - 15:20 | Coffee break |
15:20 – 16:00 | Empowering Tomorrow: Panel Discussion on Energy Transition and Innovation |
16:00 – 16:10 | Closing |
16:10 – 18:00 | Expert Tours & Socializing |
Following are the workshop sessions in detail. Please be sure to rank workshop sessions and times when you register in order of your interest.
When | What | Workshop Sessions | Who |
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Morning | Acceleration of the Digital Energy Transition | Embark on a transformative journey into the future of digital technology with us at our workshop, "Acceleration of the Digital Energy Transition." Discover how AI and digitalization can boost your business efficiency. Explore cutting-edge trends and strategies to stay at the forefront of the digital age. Jointly we can unlock your business's full potential and embrace a tech-driven, sustainable future. | Maiya Kukushkina |
Decarbonization of Gas Turbines with Hydrogen and Green Fuels | Become a catalyst for clean fuels in our workshop: Decarbonizing Gas Turbines with Hydrogen and Green Fuels. Explore the hydrogen combustion in gas turbines, and the adaptation of power plant systems for hydrogen use. Discover the steps required to upgrade gas turbines for higher hydrogen fuel content operation and the prospects of other green fuels to decarbonize gas turbines. | Frida Björneld (GS) | |
Unlocking Supplier Innovation: Strategies for Success | Discover the keys to unlocking supplier innovation at our workshop session. Gain valuable insights into proven strategies and best practices for successful collaborations with suppliers. Use this opportunity to discover and develop partnerships driving innovation. Let's discuss our recently launched external gateway to collect ideas outside of Siemens Energy. | Lars Schlüter | |
Afternoon | Decarbonization of Industry | Join the conversation on how technology and innovation is enabling industries to drive energy-efficient, reliable, and sustainable operations. | Claudia Bothen |
Innovating with Wind Power: A Renewable Energy Game-Changer | Uncover how wind power is reshaping the renewable energy landscape at our captivating workshop session. Acquire valuable insights into the potential of wind power as a transformative force in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions. Join us and become an integral part of the movement to harness the power of wind energy. | Martinez Vadillo, Miren Nekane; Alegre Herrero, Maria Del Mar; Munoz Babiano, Almudena | |
Latest innovations in Grid Technologies | Explore the cutting-edge developments in Grid Technologies at our exclusive workshop session. Gain insights into the latest innovations shaping the future of energy distribution. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and revolutionize your approach to grid technology. | Simona Rossetti |