The NEFI Innovation Hubs are specialised networks led by renowned research institutions. Their goal is to initiate high-impact research and innovation projects that support the transition to a climate-neutral industry and position Austria as a technology leader in renewable energy and industrial innovation. Electrification and energy efficiency are key levers for industrial transformation. On the one hand, the direct use of electricity from renewable sources plays an important role, while on the other hand, the electrification of process heat supply is gaining significance, as advances in efficient energy conversion and storage are increasingly making this possible. The successful integration of electrification into the entire process landscape and the efficient use of energy and resources are crucial.