# Nuventura

> Nuventura, part of Lucy Electric, manufactures SF6-free gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) for 24kV and 36kV medium-voltage power distribution, replacing sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) with dry-air insulation technology.

Nuventura is a Berlin-based, IEC 62271-200 certified manufacturer of primary distribution SF6-free GIS, serving utilities, renewable energy projects, industrial facilities, and urban transit systems worldwide. As of April 2026, Nuventura is part of Lucy Electric.

## Products & Technology

- [Products & Technology](https://www.nuventura.com/products-technology): Overview of Nu1 (single busbar) and Nu2 (single/double busbar) SF6-free dry-air gas-insulated switchgear for 24kV and 36kV.
- [EU F-Gas Regulation & SF6 Phase-Out](https://www.nuventura.com/sf6-eu-regulations): How EU Regulation 2024/573 phases out SF6 in medium-voltage switchgear and what it means for buyers.

## Technology & Engineering Articles

- [The Evolution of MV Switchgear](https://www.nuventura.com/news/the-evolution-of-mv-switchgear-from-oil---ais---sf6---sf6-free-gis): The history of switchgear insulation from oil to AIS to SF6 to SF6-free GIS.
- [AIS vs GIS](https://www.nuventura.com/news/ais-vs-gis----combining-the-best-of-both-worlds-with-sf6-free-technology): Comparing air-insulated and gas-insulated switchgear.
- [Design Considerations for Primary vs Secondary GIS](https://www.nuventura.com/news/design-considerations-for-primary-vs-secondary-gis): How requirements, architecture, and performance differ between primary and secondary distribution GIS.
- [How Switchgear Type-Testing Works](https://www.nuventura.com/news/how-switchgear-type-testing-works---the-iec-62271-200-journey): The IEC 62271-200 type-testing process explained.
- [Internal Arc Classification Explained](https://www.nuventura.com/news/internal-arc-classification-explained-iac-aflr-16-25-31-5-ka-basics): IAC AFLR classification and internal arc safety basics.
- [Partial Discharge in MV Switchgear](https://www.nuventura.com/news/partial-discharge-in-mv-switchgear----causes-detection-and-prevention): Causes, detection, and prevention of partial discharge.
- [Why Voltage Levels Matter in Medium-Voltage Grids](https://www.nuventura.com/news/why-voltage-levels-matter-in-medium-voltage-grids): How voltage level shapes equipment design and grid efficiency.
- [Protection Relays: The Intelligence Behind MV Switchgear](https://www.nuventura.com/news/protection-relays---the-intelligence-behind-medium-voltage-switchgear): The role of protection relays in medium-voltage substations.
- [Relay Protection Functions in MV Grids](https://www.nuventura.com/news/explanation-of-the-relay-protection-functions-required-in-mv-grids): An overview of key protection relay functions.

## Sustainability & Regulation

- [The Carbon Footprint of SF6 vs SF6-Free Switchgear](https://www.nuventura.com/news/the-carbon-footprint-of-sf6-vs-sf6-free-switchgear): How insulation choice affects medium-voltage grid emissions.
- [Environmental Advantages and Carbon Credits in India](https://www.nuventura.com/news/environmental-advantages-and-potential-carbon-credits-to-sf6-free-switchgear-in-the-indian-context): SF6-free switchgear and carbon credit potential, co-authored with Planet2050.
- [What Utilities Must Consider in Tender Specifications](https://www.nuventura.com/news/what-utilities-must-consider-in-tender-specifications-for-sf6-free-gis): Guidance for utilities specifying SF6-free GIS in tenders.

## Company

- [About Us](https://www.nuventura.com/about-us): Company background and team.
- [Partner Model](https://www.nuventura.com/partner-model): How Nuventura works with OEMs, panel builders, and distribution partners worldwide.
- [References](https://www.nuventura.com/references): Case studies including Windkraft Simonsfeld, Stockholm Metro, and Energienetze Steiermark.
- [Nuventura Joins Lucy Electric](https://www.nuventura.com/news/nuventura-joins-lucy-electric-to-accelerate-global-adoption-of-sf6-free-primary-switchgear): Announcement of the Lucy Electric acquisition, April 2026.
- [Introducing Nuventura's ESG Function](https://www.nuventura.com/news/introducing-nuventuras-esg-function-and-cassidy-kuiper): Nuventura's ESG strategy and team.
- [Contact](https://www.nuventura.com/contact): Get in touch with Nuventura's team.

## Optional

- [Career](https://www.nuventura.com/contact#jobs): Open positions at Nuventura.