Fraunhofer Releases 2022 Annual Report

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft has published its Annual Report for 2022, detailing a 5% increase in its business volume, which reached approximately 3.0 billion euros. The report credits this growth largely to the commitment of its approximately 30,800 employees.

The report emphasizes Fraunhofer's role in strengthening Germany's competitiveness as a technological leader, particularly in the transition towards climate neutrality. The organization focuses on increasing productivity through sustainable innovations in the energy sector, thereby reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

Key research achievements highlighted include advancements in solar cell technology. Fraunhofer researchers have successfully increased the efficiency of their best solar cell to 47.6 percent. These developments are aimed at accelerating the expansion of renewable energies and supporting the re-establishment of domestic manufacturing capacities for technologies like photovoltaic production and green hydrogen electrolysis.

The Annual Report also provides insights into the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft's executive board, financial figures, and significant research projects, including initiatives focused on resource efficiency and climate innovations.