15 Topics
10 Days
75 Sessions
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for;
- Energy Entrepreneurs and Innovators
- R&D Professionals in Energy
- Corporate Strategy and Innovation Teams
- University Students and Researchers
- Investors and Venture Capitalists
- Policymakers and Government Officials
- Tech Professionals and Data Scientists
- Startup Ecosystem Builders
- Business Development Managers
- Community and NGO Leaders
Session Objectives
- Master the core principles of an innovation lab and hackathon.
- Learn to design a compelling and well-defined innovation challenge.
- Understand the key components of a successful hackathon and a structured lab.
- Grasp the complexities of managing a fast-paced, collaborative event.
- Develop proficiency in ideation, prototyping, and pitch creation.
- Explore best practices for engaging mentors, judges, and sponsors.
- Learn about robust approaches to intellectual property and legal issues.
- Identify the critical legal and ethical considerations in engagement.
- Develop skills in fostering a creative and productive environment.
- Formulate strategies for building and scaling an innovation ecosystem.
About the Course
Drive rapid product iteration, foster cross-functional collaboration, and build a high-velocity innovation ecosystem within your organization. This strategic course arms corporate innovation leads, R&D directors, and enterprise strategists with the blueprint required to design, operationalize, and scale clean energy innovation labs and high-impact hackathons.
Through practical, outcome-driven modules, participants learn to convert complex organizational sustainability targets into actionable challenge statements. The curriculum covers innovation lab design, ecosystem mapping, venture building models, and commercialization pathways that transition early-stage prototypes into enterprise-ready solutions. Build the internal capability to accelerate technology transfer, attract top technical talent, and de-risk clean energy investments.
Curriculum & Topics
15 Topics | 75 Sessions
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Workshop 1.1:
The role of innovation in the energy transition
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Workshop 1.2:
The difference between incremental and disruptive innovation
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Workshop 1.3:
The value proposition of a hackathon
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Workshop 1.4:
The purpose and structure of an innovation lab
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Workshop 1.5:
Examples of successful clean tech innovation
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Workshop 2.1:
How to define a problem statement
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Workshop 2.2:
The importance of a clear and focused research question
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Workshop 2.3:
Techniques for problem decomposition
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Workshop 2.4:
The role of user-centric design
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Workshop 2.5:
Aligning challenges with business and societal goals
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Workshop 3.1:
The key phases of an innovation lab (incubation, acceleration)
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Workshop 3.2:
The importance of a "risk and mitigation" plan
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Workshop 3.3:
The physical and virtual infrastructure required
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Workshop 3.4:
The role of mentors and facilitators
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Workshop 3.5:
Measuring the success of an innovation lab
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Workshop 4.1:
The logistical planning of a hackathon
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Workshop 4.2:
The importance of a simple scorecard and a dashboard
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Workshop 4.3:
Managing the registration and team formation
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Workshop 4.4:
The role of a "data story map"
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Workshop 4.5:
Timeline and key milestones for the event
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Workshop 5.1:
Brainstorming techniques for clean energy solutions
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Workshop 5.2:
The importance of a "clear and consistent reporting style"
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Workshop 5.3:
The role of a business model canvas
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Workshop 5.4:
Developing a value proposition
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Workshop 5.5:
From a concept to a solution
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Workshop 6.1:
Low-fidelity vs. high-fidelity prototypes
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Workshop 6.2:
The role of a program's theory of change
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Workshop 6.3:
The use of hardware and software tools
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Workshop 6.4:
The importance of a "stakeholder analysis"
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Workshop 6.5:
The build-and-test cycle
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Workshop 7.1:
The components of a compelling pitch
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Workshop 7.2:
Crafting a clear and concise narrative
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Workshop 7.3:
The importance of a clear and compelling KPI
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Workshop 7.4:
Public speaking and presentation skills
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Workshop 7.5:
Engaging with a panel of judges
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Workshop 8.1:
The path from a hackathon idea to a startup
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Workshop 8.2:
The role of angel investors and venture capitalists
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Workshop 8.3:
The importance of a "risk and mitigation" plan
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Workshop 8.4:
The due diligence process
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Workshop 8.5:
Sourcing public and private funding
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Workshop 9.1:
The role of a hackathon in building a community
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Workshop 9.2:
The importance of a "data story map"
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Workshop 9.3:
Fostering collaboration between different stakeholders
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Workshop 9.4:
The role of a "program's theory of change"
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Workshop 9.5:
The importance of a simple scorecard and a dashboard
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Workshop 10.1:
The importance of a clear IP policy
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Workshop 10.2:
The role of a "stakeholder analysis"
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Workshop 10.3:
The use of non-disclosure agreements
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Workshop 10.4:
The importance of a clear and compelling KPI
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Workshop 10.5:
The difference between copyright, patents, and trademarks
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Workshop 11.1:
The role of a mentor in a hackathon
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Workshop 11.2:
The importance of a clear and consistent reporting style
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Workshop 11.3:
Sourcing and engaging experts as mentors
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Workshop 11.4:
The importance of a "clear and focused research question"
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Workshop 11.5:
Providing constructive feedback
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Workshop 12.1:
Defining key metrics for innovation events
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Workshop 12.2:
The role of a program's theory of change
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Workshop 12.3:
Tracking the success of projects after the event
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Workshop 12.4:
The importance of a "data story map"
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Workshop 12.5:
Reporting on impact to sponsors and stakeholders
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Workshop 13.1:
The role of AI and machine learning
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Workshop 13.2:
The importance of a "risk and mitigation" plan
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Workshop 13.3:
The future of energy systems
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Workshop 13.4:
The role of a simple scorecard and a dashboard
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Workshop 13.5:
The importance of a "clear and consistent reporting style"
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Workshop 14.1:
Case study: An award-winning hackathon project that became a company
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Workshop 14.2:
Case study: A company that used an innovation lab to pivot its business
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Workshop 14.3:
Case study: A government-backed innovation program
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Workshop 14.4:
The role of a "stakeholder analysis"
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Workshop 14.5:
The importance of a clear and compelling KPI
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Workshop 15.1:
Overview of collaboration platforms
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Workshop 15.2:
The use of prototyping tools
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Workshop 15.3:
The importance of a "clear and focused research question"
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Workshop 15.4:
The role of a program's theory of change
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Workshop 15.5:
The use of business and financial modeling software
