Shape Switzerland's energy future
Power the Transition: Join Switzerland’s Largest Energy Data Hackathon.
Save the DateCode the Future of Energy
Join Switzerland’s premier innovation event where data meets action. Whether you are a developer, researcher, or energy expert, we need your skills to solve real-world climate and grid challenges.
Double the impact in 2026: We’re hosting two editions across Switzerland. Pick your city—or join us for both!
Spring Edition: Lausanne, May 07–08
Autumn Edition: Brugg-Windisch, Sept 10–11
Spring Hackdays, May 07-08
Two Days. Real Solutions.
Experience 48 hours of pure innovation. Here is your roadmap to the Lausanne Hackdays:
Opening / Registration Desk
Event check-in, network with fellow hackers
Welcome by Energy Data Innovation Hub and What’s New
Info presentation, hackathon rules, team finding process
Challenge Pitching by Partners
After all challenges are presented, groups will form
Start Hacking
Good luck hacking!
Lunch
Refuel after getting all the infos
Continue Hacking
Dinner
Continue Hacking - Open end
Breakfast and individual start hacking
Pitch Training
Storytelling and public speaking workshop for those who will present the results.
Lunch
Final Presentations
Present your solutions/results to the crowd
Closing Words
Apéro and Celebration
Network and event finish
What to Expect
Whether you're a programmer, energy expert, designer, student, policy thinker or entrepreneur – if you’re passionate about energy and data, this is your place to be.
You’ll experience:
- Real challenges from energy utilities, startups, public agencies and research institutions
- Almost 32 hours of team-based hacking and co-creation
- A chance to prototype solutions for the energy system of tomorrow
- Free food, drinks, Wi-Fi, power, materials and support
- A vibrant networking environment for innovation and partnerships
- Final project pitches, feedback sessions and a closing celebration
The final schedule will be sent to all subscribers 2 weeks before the event. Sign up for the update.
The Organizers
Sponsors
FAQ for participants of the Energy Data Hackdays
- Expand your network with diverse contacts from the scene
- Work with like-minded people on a project idea that is close to your heart
- Find out more about new developments in the energy sector
- Present a project idea and motivate the experts to develop it further with you
No, the Hackdays are not only for developers.
We welcome designers, analysts, journalists, researchers, energy experts, students, and anyone curious about energy innovation.
Participation in the Hackdays is free of charge – thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and partners. We provide food (including breakfast), electricity, internet, and basic workspace infrastructure during the event.
👉 You can create your account during the registration process or via this link.
No, that’s not necessary either. It is important that you contribute to the success of your chosen project and discuss with your team when and where you work.
No, this is possible, but not required.
At the beginning of the hackathon, various project ideas and challenges will be presented. You can work on the project idea that inspires you most.
It`s English.
In the groups, feel free to adapt to your preferences.
The most important thing: interest in the themes energy and data.
Don't forget your laptop and possibly a sleeping bag. If you are coming from outside Switzerland, please don't forget your power adapter.
However, we will provide you with a basic set of materials such as papers, flipcharts, post-it, food and drinks.
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🗃️ Archive
Curious about what has been built in previous editions?
Take a look at the outcomes and impressions from past Energy Data Hackdays. Discover innovative prototypes, real-world energy challenges, and the vibrant community that drives this open innovation event forward year after year.
Explore past editions