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XXXX Editorial In a world increasingly reliant on efficient resource utilization and emissions reduction power electronics plays a central role Not only do such devices constitute the backbone of modern energy supply they also drive innovation across numerous industries From emobility and renewable energy to automation and Industry 4 0 power electronics is transforming the way we generate store and use energy However rising demands with regard to efficiency compactness and sustainability require new approaches and technologies One key to a more sustainable future lies in the circular economy of power electronics The entire lifecycle of electronic components must be optimized – from material selection and design to recycling In this issue we explore how new lifecycle assessment tools enhance the ecological design of printed circuit boards and the role of power semiconductors in the circular economy Innovation requires not only new technologies but also close collaboration between research and industry In Europe however the gap between these two sectors is widening As Prof Drazen Dujic outlines in “When Two Worlds Drift Apart ” differing goals funding structures and priorities are exacerbating this divide While industry faces increasing pressure to innovate academia remains focused on longterm research Direct collaborations are declining while bureaucratic EU consortia are on the rise Without stronger ties between academia and industry Europe risks losing its competitive edge in global technology markets This is exactly where the PCIM – Hub for Power Electronics comes in the PCIM Expo Conference connects industry and academia bringing together leading experts from the field under one roof This issue of the PCIM Magazine focuses on the intersection of technology sustainability and innovation Discover how power electronics is not only advancing climate goals but also laying the foundation for an energyefficient sustainable and smart future Join us on a journey into the future of power electronics and explore the vast potential of this groundbreaking technology Regards Lisette Hausser Vice President PCIM 3 PCIM Magazine 01 2025