Summary report: ID-E Webinar Series #8: SET Plan

21 January 2025. The 8th ID-E Webinar Series focused on the Strategic Energy Technology (SET Plan).

Established in 2007 and amplified by the creation of the Energy Union in 2015, the SET Plan stands as a cornerstone of the EU's research, innovation, and competitiveness strategy.

This webinar offered an in-depth exploration of the SET Plan as a vital instrument for driving Europe's decarbonisation strategy as it outlines a comprehensive approach to developing and deploying advanced energy technologies that can help the European Union transition to a low-carbon, sustainable, and secure energy system.

Representatives from DG ENER, DG RTD, and JRC provided a presentation on the objectives of the SET Plan, its governance structures, and recent updates that are shaping the future of energy technology in Europe.

The main topics covered in the webinar included:

• A thorough overview of the SET plan background.
• An in-depth look at the Implementing Working Group on Sustainable and Efficient Energy Use in Industry.
• Insights into the Energy Technology Implementation Platform (ETIP) for Smart Networks for Energy Transition.
• A thorough examination of the SET Plan implementation through the Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP) and the Driving Urban Transitions Partnership (DUT).
• The recent revision of the SET Plan, particularly the introduction of five new cross-cutting task forces, with a focus on the Access to Market task force, designed to expedite energy technology market entry by streamlining testing, financing, collaboration, and scaling to shorten the innovation cycle.

The webinar saw a dynamic Q&A session, moderated by the ID-E Team. Key topics were addressed such as the interplay between the SET Plan and the Net Zero Industry Act, and the opportunities for active participation in SET Plan activities.

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise and engage with leading voices in the energy and finance sectors. Watch the recording now and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of energy technology and sustainability.