Maths into the Energy Mix is an exciting day where groups of up to 6 students will spend the day working through mathematical challenges associated with different energy sources.
Pupils are tasked with calculating the energy required for the fictional village and working on solutions for how the village can meet the energy demand using what is feasible when taking into consideration the environment, finance, and what infrastructure would be accepted by the village.
Quotes from pupils;
“It was fun how we worked together with people we didn't know before to get 1 plan using different ideas” – Lochside Pupil
“The activities were fun and had stuff to do which I enjoyed. I liked how it was broken up and wasn't just someone speaking the whole time.” – Banchory Pupil
“I found it very informative there was lots of new things I learnt today and I loved how hands on it was” – Fraserburgh Pupil
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Welcome to TechFest Talks, Space into Energy Edition!
In this series students talk with professionals from the energy and space sectors and discover the exciting world of STEM - science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
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Learn more about Space Into Energy project.
As the nights draw in and the weather is dreich, you can still enjoy the wonder of TechFest without setting a foot outdoors.
Join like-minded people from around the world for the Scotland’s Digital Science Festival and participate in a myriad of activities and presentations from the comfort of your own armchair.
All events are FREE to attend, except for the thrilling Locked Room game. Registration is required for all events.
Just click the ‘Book Now’ button next to your chosen event to secure your spot today.
With faster technological advancements and the continued rise of the digital age, many employers are looking for candidates who have a passion for innovation.
TechFest’s ‘STEM into Innovation’, took students on an exploration into product design and development, while putting their STEM skills to the test!
S1–S3 students (ages 12–15) from across Scotland were invited to take part in the online Innovation Masterclasses, providing a unique opportunity to explore the cutting edge of creativity, technology, and enterprise.
Led by industry experts and academic leaders, these interactive sessions covered topics such as How Algorithms Control Your Feelings and Actions, the future of manufacturing, and the spirit of entrepreneurship. Whether students were tech enthusiasts, budding business minds, or simply eager to explore something new, the programme offered something to spark every imagination.
Ignite Young Minds with Our Online Innovation Masterclasses!
Calling all curious creators and future changemakers! We're inviting S1–S3 students (ages 12–15) from across Scotland to take part in our exciting online Innovation Masterclasses—a unique opportunity to explore the cutting edge of creativity, technology, and enterprise.
Led by industry experts and academic leaders, these interactive sessions will dive into fascinating topics like How Algorithms Control Your Feelings and Actions, the future of manufacturing, and the spirit of entrepreneurship. Whether your students are tech enthusiasts, budding business minds, or just eager to explore something new—there’s something here to spark every imagination.
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TechFest were kindly awarded a grant from the Justtransition Fund to create our EnergyXplorer Toolkit. This toolkit has allowed us to keep on doing some of our most popular workshops based around renewable energy, as well as develop new and exciting activities as our energy mix changes with time. Check out this link for a summary of where this EnergyXplorer Toolkit has been used already this year, and get excited for our new and upcoming workshops featuring the power of Hydrogen!
TechFest proudly runs Aberdeen Science Festival for people of all ages to enjoy the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths.
From forensics nights, outdoor learning, meeting those working on cutting edge research, and much more, there is always something to peak your interest!
Aberdeen Science Festival hopes to return in 2027, so join our mailing list to hear about it first!
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You Don't Need to Be a Scientist, to LOVE Aberdeen Science Festival!
Welcome to TechFest's Schools Science Festival 2026
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2026 Schools Science Festival Programme!
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The Food & Drink sector (including Agriculture and Fisheries) is the 3rd largest sector employer, comprising approx. 120,000 workers. But, despite significant growth, the media’s depiction of farming often doesn’t highlight the vast range of career paths that must come together to maintain our nation’s food security.
In a new programme for 2024, we aim to change this perception by highlighting the various STEM-based competencies and meta-skills required to keep Scotland’s agriculture industry moving and thriving.
Welcome to ‘TechFest’s STEM on the Farm’
‘TechFest’s STEM on the Farm’ is a five-day programme (delivered one day per week over five weeks) that invites P6 pupils from schools across the North East of Scotland to participate in project-based, curriculum-linked learning and explore each stage of the food production supply chain.
Aimed at P6 pupils, each day of the programme addresses a part of the food production process, including the work of agricultural engineers, farm workers, food scientists, logistics experts, etc. Guided by expert STEM Ambassadors from each section of the supply chain, pupils develop their STEM knowledge through immersive workshops and discover the impact agricultural innovations have on food production.
The knowledge they gain from the programme is then used to create eye-catching display boards and instruct the script for an end-of-project assembly attended by parents, carers, and the school community.
By participating in ‘TechFest’s STEM on the Farm’, pupils learn about food security, climate impact, health & nutrition, modern agricultural innovations, animal care, and how STEM plays a vital role in all of these.
By highlighting how these young people could be part of the generation that makes food production more secure with less environmental impact, the programme sends a powerful and long-lasting message that they can see play out in their daily lives every time they sit down to eat.
Interview with Stuart Common, Managing Director at Mackie's of Scotland
Interview with Sahar Abdulla, Geoscientist in Energy Transition
Interview with Vince Chukwu (PhD), Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Aberdeen
For more information please email Jenny Taylor at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
