Vanessa Johnson
Project Manager - Government Projects & Trade Missions Consulting Services
+1 (404) 586-6838 vjohnson@gaccsouth.com
Experience Germany’s innovation hubs for clean technologies firsthand. The CleanTech Ambassador Trip offers a unique, curated program for professionals from academia, industry, and the public sector to exchange knowledge, build international partnerships, and explore cutting-edge solutions for a sustainable future.
Highlights of the Trip
☕ Welcome Briefing & Breakfast
Kick off the week with a welcome briefing and breakfast at DIHK on Monday morning.
🤝 Round Tables
Engage directly with municipalities, industry leaders, and startups driving the clean tech transition.
🏭 Site Visits
Tour pilot projects and best practice installations in clean energy, hydrogen, and green manufacturing.
🌱 Innovation Hotspots
Visit Berlin’s EUREF Campus or the Green Tech Hub – epicenters for climate innovation and green entrepreneurship.
📅 12.–13. November – Greener Manufacturing Expo (optional)
Discover the latest trends, products, and services in sustainable manufacturing
Who should apply?
1. Academia (3 participants)
- Expertise in clean tech, hydrogen, energy, or environmental sciences
- Research & international cooperation experience
- Strong English and presentation skills
- Ability to multiply knowledge within their institution
Examples: Professor of Energy Engineering, Postdoc in Hydrogen Research, Project Manager of an international research project
2. Private Sector / Startups (3 participants)
- Executive, founder, or specialist in clean tech
- Background in technology development or application
- Open to international networking & cooperation
Examples: CTO of a hydrogen startup, Business Development Manager in Clean Tech, Innovation Manager in the energy sector
3. Public Sector (3 participants)
- Representatives from ministries, agencies, or energy/technology institutions
- Strategic interest in clean tech and policy development
- International collaboration experience
Examples: Advisor for hydrogen strategy, representative of an energy agency, diplomat focused on energy & innovation
4. Open Slot (1 participant)
- NGO representative, media professional, international partner, or from the education sector
- Strong communication skills & passion for clean tech topics
Practical Details
Minimum Age: 21 years
Flight & visa costs: Covered by participant
Trip Capacity: Maximum of 10 participants
Timeline
⏳ Application deadline: September 14, 2025
We will reach out to selected participants individually during the week following the deadline.
This program is designed not only for professional exchange, but also to let you experience cultural highlights — scheduled around optional events like an Atlanta Falcons game and the Mauerfall (Fall of the Berlin Wall) anniversary celebrations in Berlin.
This trip offers you the opportunity to gain valuable insights as a CleanTech Ambassador and to build international connections that foster exchange and innovation.
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