Energy Data Hackdays

Overview

Energy Data Hackdays is Switzerland’s premier energy data hackathon where developers, researchers, analysts, students, and energy enthusiasts come together to build practical data driven solutions for real world energy challenges. The event gathers participants from diverse backgrounds to collaborate over a concentrated timeframe, blending data science, energy modeling, and rapid prototyping to shape the future of energy in Switzerland and beyond.

Editions and Location

This year the event is organized as two editions across Switzerland to maximize reach and impact. The Spring Edition takes place in Lausanne on May 7–8, and the Autumn Edition takes place in Brugg-Windisch on September 10–11. Each edition brings together a mix of participants, mentors, partners, and industry experts focused on real world problems in the energy sector.

What to expect

Attendees will work in teams over an intensive 48 hour period to ideate, develop, and prototype solutions using exclusive Swiss energy datasets. The program combines hands on data challenges with mentorship from domain experts, access to high quality datasets, and dedicated sessions designed to accelerate learning and collaboration. The event emphasizes practical outcomes, with teams encouraged to produce working prototypes and pitches for a jury of industry leaders.

Agenda and Format

The event features a structured agenda that typically includes initial problem framing, data exploration, rapid prototyping, mid point reviews, and final demonstrations. Participants gain access to exclusive datasets, on site mentors, and resources intended to help teams advance from concept to working prototype. The format fosters collaboration across disciplines and aims to accelerate the translation of data insights into actionable energy solutions. In addition to the coding sessions, the program highlights networking opportunities to help attendees build relationships with potential partners and peers.

Tracks and Focus

While the page emphasizes broad energy data challenges, participants can expect tracks that cover data analytics, energy modeling, and rapid prototyping. The program is designed to support both beginners and advanced practitioners, offering guidance and mentorship to help teams progress through the hackathon lifecycle.

Who should attend

The event is open to developers, engineers, researchers, data scientists, analysts, students, and professionals who want to contribute to energy data solutions. It serves as a platform to learn, experiment, and collaborate with other energy data enthusiasts while addressing climate and grid related challenges.

FAQs and Practical Details

The event is hosted in Switzerland and emphasizes hands on collaboration and prototyping over the course of two editions in different cities. Attendees should plan for two full days of activity, with sessions and mentorship scheduled throughout the event. Participants can expect to gain practical experience with energy datasets, prototyping tools, and mentorship resources designed to help bring data driven ideas to life. This event is well suited for those who want to deepen their skills in data analytics, energy modeling, and rapid prototyping while building a professional network within the energy data community.