News from applied energy research

Wind turbines at sea must be replaced or dismantled after about 20 to 25 years.

Four research projects focusing on the practical application of photovoltaics are starting within the European network SOLAR-ERA.NET.

The aim was to evaluate the results of the funding call so far – among other things with regard to cross-cutting issues and transnational cooperation.

HelioControl is the first system to determine the target points of heliostats during operation and align them optimally.

PECVD makes it possible to deposit a hydrogen containing layer on TOPCon solar cells. As a result, the solar cells produce more power.

The new remote-controlled robot enables greater safety in the operation of the wind turbines. Failures due to material defects are prevented.

How can plant operators integrate as much renewable energy into their district heating as possible while also saving on costs?

The learning platform of the Leibniz Institute for Applied Geophysics LIAG aims to make geothermal energy accessible to all who are interested.

Thanks to the PARASOL passive radar system, there is now an end to the continuous night-time flashing at wind farms.