Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of April 15, 2026, from CIEMAT, O.A., M.P., publishing the Agreement with the Extremaduran Scientific and Technological Park Foundation and the Extremaduran Advanced Computing and Technologies Foundation |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | April 25, 2026 |
| Effective date | April 15, 2026 |
| Signatory entities | CIEMAT, Extremaduran Scientific and Technological Park Foundation, Extremaduran Advanced Computing and Technologies Foundation |
| Purpose | Scientific and technological collaboration in Scientific Computing Applied to Energy Storage |
| Category | Energy / R&D+i |
| BOE Reference | BOE-A-2026-9075 |
The energy storage sector in Spain has a new institutional reference framework. CIEMAT has formalized a scientific and technological collaboration agreement with the Extremaduran Scientific and Technological Park Foundation and the Extremaduran Advanced Computing and Technologies Foundation, published in the BOE on April 25, 2026 with reference BOE-A-2026-9075.
The agreement focuses on the application of scientific computing to energy storage, a strategic area for the integration of renewable energies into the grid. Publication in the BOE is not a minor formality: it formalizes the legal framework that enables the real exchange of human and technical resources among the three entities.
What does this regulation establish?
The agreement creates a triangular collaboration structure among three entities with complementary capabilities:
| Entity | Role in the agreement |
|---|---|
| CIEMAT (Center for Energy, Environmental and Technological Research) | Provides research capabilities in energy and technology |
| Extremaduran Scientific and Technological Park Foundation | Provides technological infrastructure from the Extremaduran ecosystem |
| Extremaduran Advanced Computing and Technologies Foundation | Provides advanced computational infrastructure |
The specific purpose of the agreement is Scientific Computing Applied to Energy Storage. This involves using advanced computing capacity to model, simulate and optimize energy storage technologies, a critical area for renewables to integrate stably into the electrical system.
The storage technologies on which the agreement can generate synergies include:
- Batteries
- Supercapacitors
- Other energy storage technologies
The agreement expressly enables the exchange of human and technical resources among the signatory entities, opening the door to researcher mobility, shared use of infrastructure and joint project development.
Economic and operational impact
This agreement does not generate direct economic obligations for private companies, but it does have relevant operational implications for those operating in the energy storage ecosystem and R&D in Spain.
The most relevant practical effects are:
- New research hub in energy storage: The combination of CIEMAT with Extremaduran computational infrastructure creates an R&D+i node with capacity to develop larger-scale projects.
- Public-private collaboration opportunities: Companies in the energy sector can explore collaboration pathways with this consortium to access advanced simulation and modeling capabilities.
- Synergies in batteries and supercapacitors: Companies that develop or integrate these technologies have a strengthened institutional interlocutor for R&D+i projects.
- Exchange of human resources: The agreement enables researcher mobility among the three entities, which can facilitate the recruitment of specialized talent for linked projects.
Who does it affect?
- Researchers and research groups in energy and scientific computing
- Technology centers and scientific parks, especially in Extremadura
- Companies in the energy sector linked to storage (batteries, supercapacitors)
- Manufacturers and integrators of energy storage systems
- Renewable energy companies that need storage solutions
- Consulting firms and engineering companies working on energy R&D+i projects
- Public and private organizations seeking collaboration with CIEMAT or the Extremaduran technology ecosystem
Practical example
A company manufacturing battery systems for industrial photovoltaic installations wants to optimize the performance of its products through advanced computational simulation, but does not have that computing capacity internally.
With this agreement in force, that company can explore a collaboration with the consortium formed by CIEMAT, the Extremaduran Scientific and Technological Park Foundation and the Extremaduran Advanced Computing and Technologies Foundation. The legal framework is already established: the agreement enables the exchange of technical and human resources among the entities, which can include R&D+i projects with private participation.
The practical result: access to advanced computational infrastructure and CIEMAT research capabilities without needing to develop them internally, with the institutional backing of an agreement published in the BOE.
What should companies do now?
- Identify if your activity has contact points with energy storage: If you develop, integrate or use battery, supercapacitor or other storage solution technologies, this agreement opens concrete opportunities for institutional collaboration.
- Explore contact channels with the signatory entities: CIEMAT, the Extremaduran Scientific and Technological Park Foundation and the Extremaduran Advanced Computing and Technologies Foundation are now an active consortium. Contact them to identify joint R&D+i projects.
- Review linked financing calls: Institutional agreements of this type are usually the starting point for projects funded with public funds (CDTI, PERTE, European funds). Monitor calls that may emerge in this area.
- Assess presence in the Extremaduran technology ecosystem: If your company operates in energy R&D, the consolidation of this hub in Extremadura can be a relevant factor for decisions on project location or alliances.
- Consult with your R&D+i department or specialized advisor: To determine if there is a fit between your activity and the lines of work enabled by this agreement, and how to articulate a formal collaboration.
Frequently asked questions
What entities sign the CIEMAT energy storage agreement of 2026?
The agreement is signed by three entities: the Center for Energy, Environmental and Technological Research (CIEMAT), the Extremaduran Scientific and Technological Park Foundation and the Extremaduran Advanced Computing and Technologies Foundation.
What energy storage technologies does the CIEMAT agreement focus on?
The agreement can generate relevant R&D+i synergies for the development of batteries, supercapacitors and other energy storage technologies, applying scientific computing to these areas.
When does the agreement between CIEMAT and the Extremaduran foundations come into force?
The agreement came into force on April 15, 2026, the date of its signature. Its publication in the BOE occurred on April 25, 2026, which formalizes the legal framework for the collaboration.