Project insights: Research for the energy transition

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Grid-forming inverters as a cornerstone of future power system stability

Grid-forming inverters and other new technologies will be essential for maintaining a stable, renewable-based power grid in the future.

In the ZeroCO₂ Glass project, a research team is working on an emission-free melting process using bottle production as an example.

Decarbonization of the process industry

Hydrogen meets high temperatures: climate-friendly production of steel, bricks, and glass

The research projects ZeroCO₂ glass, KLIMAZIEGPROD, Hybrid-FIRE, and H₂-DisTherPro represent a new generation of industrial processes.

Construction of a tower for a wind turbine.

Economical construction and operation

Controlling the sway: Investigating smarter designs for lasting wind turbines

Wind turbines are highly susceptible to vibrations due to their tall, slender structures. Researchers are employing various strategies to manage them.

Luftaufnahme der Braunschweiger BAHNSTADT

Smart energy infrastructure

Urban micro projects: KlaDat and C2T drive sustainable city development

The micro projects KlaDat and C2T provide valuable insights for sustainable urban development.

Snowy landscape with wind turbines and photovoltaic systems

Support for wind and sun

Mastering the dark doldrums: research against power outages

Periods when wind and sun do not provide enough energy – so-called dark doldrums – continue to be a challenge, also for research.

In the ‘Smartes Quartier Karlsruhe-Durlach’ project, the partners installed a multi-source heat pump system. The outdoor air unit, which was installed on a rubbish shed, can be seen here.

Renewable energy in existing buildings

More heat pumps for apartment buildings

So far, only a small number of existing apartment buildings are heated with heat pumps. Various research projects show how this can change.

AI was used in the construction and building technology of this new headquarters for the Debeka Group in Koblenz.

Artificial intelligence in building technology

Digital twin ensures more efficient operation of buildings

Two recently completed projects show the advantages of using artificial intelligence in construction, commissioning and building services engineering.