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European Commission Opens Consultation on New European Research Area (ERA) Act

7 Nov 2025

The European Commission has launched a public consultation on the proposed European Research Area (ERA) Act, which aims to enhance Europe’s research and innovation ecosystem and support the free flow of researchers, knowledge, and technology within the EU. Stakeholders are invited to share their views by 23 January 2026 to help inform the development of the ERA Act proposal.

RePowerSiC at the Industry Day of Maker Faire Galicia 2025

1 Nov 2025

RePowerSiC participated in the Industry Day of Maker Faire Galicia, presenting its sustainable space-energy technologies and engaging with industry innovators in a day focused on collaboration, sustainability, and the future of Galician industry.

RePowerSiC Showcases Key Advances in Space Energy Technologies at the National Space Forum (NaFSKI) 2025

30 Oct 2025

RePowerSiC actively contributed to the National Space Forum (NaFSKI) 2025 in Sofia, presenting major advances in wireless and optical power transmission for future space applications. Researchers from the University of Santiago de Compostela and the University of Jaén presented cutting-edge work on semiconductor technologies, high-power optical systems, and laser-based energy transfer.

RePowerSiC at G-Night Lugo: Bringing Space Innovation to the Public

29 Sep 2025

On 26th September 2025, RePowerSiC showcased its groundbreaking space energy technology at G-Night Lugo, part of the European Researchers’ Night event. Held at Lugo's Municipal Market and Quiroga Ballesteros Market Hall, the event engaged over 5,000 visitors with more than 30 interactive activities. Researchers Enrique Comesaña Figueroa and Daniel Nagy highlighted the project’s potential to power satellites and missions, including those exploring the dark side of the Moon. The event underscored RePowerSiC’s commitment to making cutting-edge science accessible and inspiring future generations through community engagement.

Highlights from the 5th EIC Space Portfolio Webinar on Astrobotic Innovations and Lessons from the Peregrine Mission

19 Sep 2025

The 5th EIC Space Portfolio Webinar, held on September 18th, 2025, spotlighted Astrobotic’s advances in lunar exploration with a focus on lessons from the Peregrine Mission. Featuring insights from Ander Solorzano, Associate Chief Engineer at Astrobotic, the session explored his career path, contributions to mission design, and reflections on the technical and organizational challenges of Peregrine. With over 30 participants, the webinar emphasized the value of innovation, collaboration, and shared learning in shaping the future of space exploration.

RePowerSiC 2nd Progress Meeting at FAU Crystal Growth Lab

15 Sep 2025

From 10–12 September 2025, the RePowerSiC consortium gathered at the FAU Crystal Growth Lab in Fürth, Germany, for its 2nd Progress Meeting.

Highlights from the 4th EIC Space Portfolio Webinar on Rosetta and Solar Orbiter Missions

12 Sep 2025

The 4th EIC Space Portfolio Webinar (September 11th, 2025) highlighted key lessons from ESA’s Rosetta and Solar Orbiter missions. Led by ESA’s Philippe Kletzkine, the session showcased Rosetta’s pioneering comet exploration and Solar Orbiter’s groundbreaking studies of the Sun, while linking these experiences to future technologies such as in-space solar energy systems.

Alminica participated at the Nordic Collaboration Chip meet-up that was held in Lund, Sweden Aug 20-21, 2025.

24 Aug 2025

Silicon carbide (SiC) has been a key innovation in Sweden since the 1990s, with renewed focus through the Nordic Chip Collaboration, established in 2024. Alminica participated in a roundtable on semiconductor sustainability, addressing challenges in data sharing and balancing regulations with competitiveness. They highlighted their digital transition initiatives, focusing on using shared data and digitalization to improve the value and viability of SiC manufacturing for emerging technologies.

Voices from the Consortium – Meet our young researcher from ALMINICA

20 Aug 2025

Abhay Chatterjee has joined Alminica’s R&D team, contributing to the EU-funded RePowerSiC project, which focuses on advancing Close Space Physical Vapor Transport (PVT) growth of silicon carbide (SiC) and promoting knowledge transfer and sustainable exploitation strategies. With a Master’s degree in Sustainable Energy Engineering from KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Abhay brings a strong background in environmental impact assessment and life cycle analysis, particularly from his thesis on carbon capture systems. Originally from India, where the “Make in India” initiative emphasizes local manufacturing—including SiC production—he is motivated to integrate sustainable energy principles with emerging manufacturing technologies.

RePowerSiC engages in strategic dialogue at the 3rd EIC Space Portfolio Annual Meeting

22 Jul 2025

On July 3–4, 2025, the RePowerSiC project participated in the 3rd Annual EIC Space Portfolio Meeting, hosted in Brussels at the EISMEA premises.

RePowerSiC Webinar: TCAD Modelling webinar

3 Jul 2025

On July 1st, 2025, the RePowerSiC consortium hosted a technical webinar titled “TCAD Modelling”, aimed at providing participants with an in-depth understanding of Technology Computer-Aided Design (TCAD) tools for the simulation and optimization of semiconductor devices. The event was held via Microsoft Teams and was led by Professor Antonio Garcia Loureiro from the Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, with the support of the RePowerSiC coordination team.

New Website Launch: Pioneering the Future of Space Solar Energy Harvesting

1 Jul 2025

A groundbreaking new website has just gone live for the EIC Pathfinder Portfolio “In Space Solar Energy Harvesting”, a bold initiative funded by the European Innovation Council (EIC). The website offers a look at how Europe is advancing the frontiers of space-based solar energy technology. Nine cutting-edge projects selected under the WP2023 Pathfinder call on In Space Solar Energy Harvesting, guided by Stela Tkatchova, Program Manager for Space Systems & Technologies are part of the portfolio.

RePowerSiC Announces “RePowerSiC Webinar: TCAD Modelling” – A Deep Dive into SiC Power Converter Simulations

19 Jun 2025

RePowerSiC is pleased to invite you to the upcoming open webinar titled “RePowerSiC Webinar: TCAD Modelling”, scheduled for Tuesday, July 1st, from 12:00 to 13:30 (CEST).

Highlights from the 3rd EIC Portfolio Webinar with Bryce Tech

18 Jun 2025

On June 13, 2025, the 3rd EIC Portfolio Webinar focused on the future of Space-Based Solar Power (SBSP). The session, presented by Simon Potter from Bryce Space Global, provided valuable insights into the potential and challenges surrounding SBSP technology.

RePowerSiC and Fellow EIC Portfolio Projects Take the Stage at WPTC 2025

11 Jun 2025

The Wireless Power Technology Conference and Expo 2025, held this June in Rome, provided a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge innovations in wireless power transfer. RePowerSiC was proud to be part of this year’s programme, contributing to two key sessions that highlighted the potential of high-efficiency energy solutions for space applications.

RePowerSiC Showcases Breakthrough Technology at OWPT Conference in Japan

6 Jun 2025

The RePowerSiC project took a significant step onto the global stage with its recent participation at the 7ᵗʰ Optical Wireless and Fiber Power Transmission Conference in Japan (OWPT 2025)—one of the most prominent international events dedicated to optical and photonic power transmission.

3rd EIC Portfolio webinar with Bryce Tech - Space-based Solar Power Future Dynamics Webinar

3 Jun 2025

Join us for the 3rd Webinar of the EIC WP23 ISSEH Portfolio on June 13! RePowerSiC is pleased to share an exciting opportunity offered as part of the European Innovation Council’s WP23 ISSEH (In-Space Solar Energy Harvesting) portfolio: the third portfolio webinar, taking place on Friday, June 13, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 CET.

RePowerSiC at DOPS National Optics Congress 2025

12 May 2025

RePowerSic researcher, Prof. Haiyan Ou from University of Denmark has recently participated at the DOPS National Optics Congress 2025. She delivered an invited talk entitled 'Silicon carbide (SiC) photonics', during which RePowerSiC project was introduced.

Open the European Commission consultation on the future Strategy for Research and Technology Infrastructures

9 May 2025

The European commission has recently launched a call for evidence, inviting researchers, industry leaders and innovators to share their insights and collaborate to shape the future European strategy for research and technology infrastructure. This initiative represents a valuable opportunity also for the space sector, which is increasingly vital to Europe’s technological sovereignty and industrial competitiveness.

Save the date! Workshop on Space Solar Technologies: "Beyond Earth: The Future of Space Solar Energy"

18 Apr 2025

Organized by JUMP INTO SPACE project, coordinated by the University of Rome Tor Vergata, and hosted at the headquarters of the Italian Space Agency (ASI) in Rome, this upcoming workshop will focus on various space solar energy technologies. Topics will include next-generation photovoltaic systems and their potential applications.

Join the Sixth Edition of the National Forum on Contemporary Space Research

15 Apr 2025

The countdown for the sixth edition of the National Forum on Contemporary Space Research (NaFSKI-VI) has begun. It is scheduled to take place from October 27 to 29, 2025, in Sofia, Bulgaria. The National Space Forum (NaFSKI) provides a platform to showcase the latest breakthroughs and recent accomplishments in space science and technology. It is organised by Branch Cosmos of the Union of Physicists in Bulgaria and will take place in The Venue Hall at Sofia Tech Park.

Boosting Europe’s Space Resilience: The EU’s Vision for Critical Technologies

11 Apr 2025

The EU continuously promotes its engagement in the growth potential of its space capabilities through targeted investments in critical technologies and advanced electronic components. This is all done with the aim of making Europe more autonomous, competitive, and prominent in the global space sector, within the framework of the Horizon Europe Programme 2021-2027.

RePowerSiC project at WPTCE 2025 in Rome

7 Apr 2025

This year the Wireless Power Technology Conference and Expo will take place in Rome in June, and rePowerSiC will participate in a workshop on "European Space-based Wireless Power Transfer". This session presents future European technologies related to wireless power transfer for space exploration.

Global Space Solar Power Expert at EIC Webinar : Prof. John Mankins

25 Mar 2025

RePowerSiC recently participated in a unique webinar organized by the EIC under its WP23 In-Space Solar Energy Harvesting portfolio.

RePowerSic at the OWPT Conference in Japan!

5 Mar 2025

The RepowerSic project is excited to announce its participation in the 7th Optical Wireless and Fiber Power Transmission Conference (OWPT2025), which will take place at PACIFICO YokohamaJapan, Japan, on April 22– 25, 2025 as an online/venue hybrid conference.

RePowerSiC in Australia at workshop for photonics, energy and quantum technology

27 Feb 2025

RePowerSiC participated in a workshop in Melbourne, Australia (Feb 24-26, 2025), focused on silicon carbide (SiC) applications in photonics, energy, and quantum technology. The event, chaired by Stefania Castelletto (RMIT), aimed to foster international collaboration. Alminica presented on advancing emerging technologies through business concepts in manufacturing, with rePowerSiC showcasing its potential in creating epiwafers for post-project funding. The hybrid forum featured 36 presentations from global experts, highlighting the growing interest in SiC technologies and the challenge of material availability.

Bringing RePowerSiC to new audiences

5 Feb 2025

Over the past weeks, we’ve had the opportunity to share our knowledge with both experts and future innovators!

Voices from the Consortium – Meet our young researchers from DTU

20 Dec 2024

Who are the people working to change the future of space energy transmission? With our series, "Voices from the Consortium", we want to introduce them to you. In each article, we’ll highlight one of the RePowerSiC team who are contributing to the development of cutting-edge silicon carbide (SiC) technologies. Discover the people driving space innovation—one voice at a time.

Introducing RePowerSiC to the Public and Scientific Community

17 Dec 2024

During the initial months of the RePowerSiC project, we have had the pleasure of showcasing our work in various occasions and being featured in the Spanish magazine Joyas de Galicia.

Voices from the Consortium - Meet our young researchers from DTU

26 Nov 2024

Who are the people working to change the future of space energy transmission? With our new series, "Voices from the Consortium", we want to introduce them to you. In each article, we’ll highlight one of the RePowerSiC team who are contributing to the development of cutting-edge silicon carbide (SiC) technologies. Discover the people driving space innovation—one voice at a time.

Voices from the Consortium - Meet our researcher Dr. Javier Fernández Lozano (University of Santiago de Compostela)

30 Oct 2024

RePowerSiC: pioneering high-power laser energy for satellites and spacecraft

19 Oct 2024

RePowerSiC, a project coordinated by the Universidad de Santiago de Compostela and involving 7 partners from 6 European Union countries, has been selected by the EIC Pathfinder Challenge, one of the most competitive calls for innovative research in Europe. With a total budget of €4.7 million, the new project aims not only to revolutionise space exploration, but also to extend its applications to different sectors on Earth.