News from applied energy research
Hamburg: New living lab IW³ provides climate-friendly heat
Another living lab for the energy transition is being launched in Hamburg to study an integrated household heating transition in Wilhelmsburg.
moreNew DLR solar tower extends the Jülich research facility for solar thermal energy
New multifocus tower of the German Aerospace Center (DLR) goes into operation.
moreNew record efficiency for CIGS tandem solar cells
An optimised contact layer has produced an efficiency of 24.3 per cent for thin-film solar cells made of the materials CIGS and perovskite.
moreFirst wind energy test field in mountainous terrain worldwide approved
Here, researchers can optimise the plant engineering and control system of wind turbines for use in complex terrain.
moreSolar Decathlon Europe teams present their ideas
The European university competition for sustainable building and living in the city is entering the next round.
moreDetermining the impact of wind turbines on flight navigation systems
Researchers are developing a forecasting tool that calculates the impact of wind turbines on aviation navigation aids.
moreLiving Lab in Former Coal-Mining Region: TransUrban Launches in NRW
Many district heating networks in North Rhine-Westphalia run at high temperatures of approx. 100 °C or higher.
moreWhy international standards for solar power plant components are important
Smooth power plant operation requires binding guidelines for the construction of mirrors or receivers.
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