Articles
At Activae, research is a continuous and essential part of our work. We believe that knowledge is a shared resource — a social tool that helps us understand, adapt, and find solutions to today’s complex challenges. Through our research articles, we explore the connections between nature, design, and innovation, seeking insights that inspire more sustainable and responsible ways of creating and living. By sharing our findings, we aim to open dialogue, encourage collaboration, and contribute to collective learning for a better future.
Advanced Materials and Critical Minerals: The Supply Chains Powering the Energy Transition
Following the narrative developed throughout this energy series, we established that the energy transition extends beyond the deployment of new…
From Technology Race to System Coordination: How Energy Innovation Organizes Around Clusters
For years, the energy transition was framed as a technological race: more efficient solar panels, larger wind turbines, better batteries,…
From a global challenge to local bottlenecks
As global energy demand continues to rise, energy infrastructure is being pushed to expand at faster than it can grow…
Energy in a Changing Global System: Infrastructure, Materials, AI, and Innovation
The global energy system is undergoing a structural redesign, driven by physical, economic, and technological constraints.
Science and Technology for Society Forum
In an era defined by rapid technological change, international collaboration and innovation have become essential drivers of sustainable development.
Nature Inspire Innovation: Algal Cultivation
At the intersection of nature and innovation, vermicomposting shows how small biological processes can unlock big shifts in circularity, turning…
Biological pathways: Vermicomposting
At the intersection of nature and innovation, vermicomposting shows how small biological processes can unlock big shifts in circularity, turning…
Biological pathways: Fermentation
Fermentation exemplifies how controlled microbial ecosystems can unlock circular value — transforming diverse organic residues into clean energy, bio-based chemicals,…
Biological pathways: Fungal Decomposition
Fungal decomposition illustrates how nature’s most refined biological system can inspire low-impact, circular solutions — transforming organic residues into energy,…
FOOD TO VALUE: Turning Household Organics into Local Value
Transforming household organics through biological, nature-inspired, and tech-driven solutions is essential to cut emissions, reduce costs, and unlock circular local…
Testimonials

Marco Sangermano
Full Professor and Director of Incoming and Outgoing Internationalization activities at Politecnico di Torino
“Working with Diego is a real pleasure. He combines scientific creativity and contagious enthusiasm with remarkable originality and perseverance in turning ideas into reality. A rare and inspiring partner.”

Sano Norihiko
Partner and Associate Director at BCG
“Diego has an exceptional ability to connect complex technical and commercial dimensions. In our joint work for a major client, he combined deep understanding of materials science, manufacturing, and AI with strategic clarity, helping align multiple ecosystem players toward an innovative and implementable solution. His approach bridges technology, business, and execution in a way that truly accelerates impact.”

Yaku Partners
“At yaku Partners, we are thrilled to join forces with Diego and Activae as a prime partner in pioneering Deeptech ventures. Diego’s unmatched expertise—from hands-on scientific insight to industrial-scale innovation—perfectly embodies our vision of taking breakthrough technologies from Lab to Fab. Together, we are forging a powerful bridge between Latin America’s innovation potential and Europe’s industrial strength and global champions.“










