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When sustainability empowers: How running shirts create new perspectives

With the help of the Soziovation funding program of the Hanover region, "RE:Shirt – Saving resources. Empowering people." combines sustainability with practical experience at the Hanover day center of Paritätische Suchthilfe Niedersachsen (Parity Addiction Support Lower Saxony).
 
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Bringing quantum technology into application faster

The QVLS-iLabs future cluster is entering its second phase with €15 million in funding.
Thirteen quantum technology projects have been eagerly awaiting the decision, and now the go-ahead has been given: The future cluster ...
 
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Real Estate Market ReportHanover region

Commercial real estate market: Restraint in the office market, hotels on the rise

Current analysis: Demand for logistics real estate is rising, office space turnover remains low.
 
Skilled workersHanover region

Successful "Holà Kita" project enters next round with 15 participants

Last year, eleven participants were certified as educators.
 
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From unemployment to your own business: "Gründung Kompakt" writes success stories in the Hanover region

Since 2018, the "Gründung Kompakt" project has been supporting people on their way out of unemployment and into sustainable self-employment – with measurable success: more than 1,000 start-ups have emerged from the joint ...
 
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WelcomeHanover

Hanover Region Welcome Center reports successful interim results

Structures remain in place, special project to recruit skilled workers from India gets underway.
 
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Green EconomyHanover Region

More solar, better insulation: Hanover Region relaunches roof solar subsidy program

New roof solar guideline aims to create incentives for large PV systems, with subsidies of up to €200,000 available.
 
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Start-up story January 2026: ALL ABOUT MIDLIFE

Women's health in the second half of life.

By 2030, around one billion women worldwide will be going through menopause. Two-thirds suffer from a variety of symptoms – often silently, frequently without appropriate ...

 
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DiversityHanover Region

Award-winning and funded: Inclusive processes for more efficient energy distribution

How regional switchgear specialist SKM GmbH used HRV funding to strengthen its processes in the long term and firmly anchor the diversity of its workforce in its business processes.
 
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10 years of starting business: A decade of tailwinds for startups in Hanover

December 5, 2025. Ten years of the starting business start-up service – Leibniz University Hannover (LUH) celebrated this anniversary on December 4, 2025, together with hannoverimpuls at the Welfenschloss. Since 2015, it has been supporting ...
 
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Welcome to Economic Development

Accounting for more than a fifth of the state's economic output, the Hanover economic region is the key driver of innovation and growth in Lower Saxony. The aim of economic development is to develop the Hanover economic region and make it fit for the future. We are committed to creating business-friendly conditions and promoting the competitiveness of companies.

On the joint portal of the economic development agencies of the state capital and the Hanover region, as well as their affiliated company hannoverimpuls GmbH, you will find consulting and project offers for all business needs and situations.

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More performance, less overload: MOST develops mobile rapid stress tests for professional sports
A mobile optical sensor enables rapid tests for multiple stress biomarkers directly at ...

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Bringing quantum technology into application faster
The QVLS-iLabs future cluster is entering its second phase with €15 million in funding.
Thirteen quantum technology projects have been eagerly awaiting the decision, and now the go-ahead has been given: the QVLS-iLabs future cluster is to receive a further €15 million in funding from the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMFTR). In addition, there is €8 million from its own funds. This means that a total of €23 million will be available over the next three years to drive forward the development of application-oriented quantum components. The 25 partners in the future cluster – including hannoverimpuls – are pursuing a common goal: to accelerate the transfer of state-of-the-art quantum technologies to the market.

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Commercial real estate market: Restraint on the office market, hotels on the rise
Current analysis: Demand for logistics real estate is rising, office space turnover remains low.

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Successful "Holà Kita" project enters next round with 15 participants
Last year, eleven participants were certified as educators.

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That was the Future Workshop on Loneliness
Future Workshop "Loneliness" – Developing innovative solutions to combat loneliness together. Review of the Design Thinking Workshop held by the Social Innovation Center of the Hanover Region | January 15–16,

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Robotics Talent Award 2026
Opportunity for robotics talents completing their studies and schools: the Lower Saxony Ministry of Economics, Labor, Transport, and Digitalization is once again awarding the Robotics Talent Prize this year in the categories "Doctorate" and "Master's and Bachelor's Thesis" as well as a special prize for a school project.

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From unemployment to your own business: "Gründung Kompakt" writes success stories in the Hanover region
Since 2018, the "Gründung Kompakt" project has been supporting people on their way out of unemployment and into sustainable self-employment – with measurable success: more than 1,000 start-ups have emerged from the joint initiative of the Employment Agency and hannoverimpuls GmbH. The project is thus making an important contribution to the economic dynamism, skilled labor supply, and innovative strength of the Hanover region.

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Welcome Center Hannover Region reports successful interim results
Structures remain in place, special project to recruit skilled workers from India gets underway.

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More solar, better insulation: Hannover Region relaunches roof solar subsidy program
New roof solar guideline aims to create incentives for large PV systems, with subsidies of up to €200,000 available.

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Regional assembly approves real-world laboratory for Techfactory
A practical test field for companies is to be created in the near future on Hüttenstraße in Hannover's Nordstadt district.

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Change Dinner: Democracy and Diversity 2025
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Date with GPT – self-determination in dealing with artificial intelligence

We invite you to a networking meeting organized by the Coordination Office for Women and Careers to learn how to use artificial intelligence in your everyday work in a self-determined way.
When?
February 16, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Haus der Region, Hildesheimer Str. 18, 30169 Hanover
Hanover region

Workshop: Social Media

Social Media Part 1
Event series
In this three-part workshop series, you will learn how to use social media strategically, develop a sound Instagram strategy, and build lasting reach and customer loyalty with the right formats.
When?
February 17, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
Hanover region

Workshop: Project Management

Module 2
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This workshop series teaches you basic project management methods – from classic approaches to agile techniques.
When
February 17, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
Hanover region

DAISEC: AI information and training series

Part 3: Using artificial intelligence in business, demonstration, best practice examples
Event series
What are the benefits of digitalization? How can AI reduce the workload in everyday business? In which areas of work does it enable more efficient processes, and what does the use of AI cost?
When
February 17, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
hannoverimpuls

Open consultation hours for founders

At the Economic Development Agency or onlineDear founders, the Start-up & Entrepreneurship team welcomes you to a free, individual short consultation every Tuesday from 2 to 3 p.m. The open consultation hours take place in a hybrid format. You can...
When?
February 17, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
Hanover region

Workshop: Social Media

Social Media Part 2
Event series
In this three-part workshop series, you will learn how to use social media strategically, develop a sound Instagram strategy, and build lasting reach and customer loyalty with the right formats.
When?
February 19, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
hannoverimpuls

PATENT YOUR POWER: Patent law basics for founders

This workshop is aimed at founders in the early stages of setting up a business and those interested in starting a business in technical and technological fields. Most people are familiar with the word "patent," but the world of patents often seems abstract...
When?
February 19, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
State capital Hanover

City center. Consultation hour

Your ideas for HanoverWhat should Hanover's city center look like in the future? Join in and contribute your ideas for the city center. The city center management team of the state capital Hanover invites all interested parties to the digital.KIOSK to share their ideas and suggestions...
When?
February 19, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where
digital.KIOSK, Röselerstrasse 2, 30159 Hanover
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Starting a business without filters (Women Special)

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A personal space for you and other female founders, full of honest insights, exciting ideas, and genuine connections.  
When?
February 20, 2026, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Hanover

Workshop: Social Media

Social Media Part 3
Event series
In this three-part workshop series, you will learn how to use social media strategically, develop a sound Instagram strategy, and build lasting reach and customer loyalty with the right formats.
When?
February 23, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
Hanover region

Workshop: Leadership as a success factor – Inspiring through communication

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In this workshop, you will strengthen your leadership skills, learn effective communication techniques, and find out how to motivate teams and successfully implement change – for real leadership success.
When
February 24, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
Hanover

The Environmental Innovation Program – Funding opportunities for innovative environmental technology

This free online event organized by the Climate Protection and Energy Agency of Lower Saxony (KEAN) will provide you with information on funding guidelines, requirements, and the application process.
When?
February 24, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
hannoverimpuls

Open consultation hours for founders

At the House of Economic Development or onlineDear founders, the Start-up & Entrepreneurship team welcomes you to a free, individual short consultation every Tuesday from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The open consultation hours are held in a hybrid format. You can...
When?
February 24, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
hannoverimpuls

Starting a business for Russian-speaking women

Information event in Russian Do you have an idea or want to start your own business, but don't know where to begin? Then this event is just right for you.
When?
February 24, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
Hanover region

new/daring – 1st User Day for Humanoid Robotics

Humanoid robotics is a technology with enormous potential that is increasingly being put to use. At the same time, the demands of potential users are growing. The 1st User Day for Humanoid Robotics will showcase...
When?
February 25, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Where
Production Technology Center Hanover, An der Universität 2, 30823 Garbsen

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When sustainability empowers: How running shirts create new perspectives

February 16, 2026- With the help of the Hannover Region's Soziovation funding program, "RE:Shirt – Saving resources. Empowering people." combines sustainability with active social participation at the Hannover day center of Paritätische Suchthilfe Niedersachsen (Parity Addiction Support Lower Saxony).
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