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Electric mobility: maximum range thanks to efficient thermal management
heat or cold, have a significant impact on range, as air conditioning and heating consume additional energy. This aspect is not only technically relevant, but also has a direct impact on the acceptance of [...] with combustion engines, which use the waste heat from the engine, electric cars have to draw the energy for heating directly from the battery, which can lead to significant losses in range. MINDED: [...] AIT Austrian Institute of Technology initiated the MINDED research project (long title: Thermal and energy Management for INcreased Driving range of an Electric minibus including improved user-centric Design
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ISGAN Webinar on Smart Grid Transition
Technology and Innovation Platform Smart Networks for Energy Transition (ETIP SNET), and the Austrian Strategic Research Agenda (SRA) on Intelligent Energy Infrastructures. Both strategies consider smart grids [...] context of energy systems including storage and power. Panelists: Klaus Kubeczko, AIT, AustriaEric Peirano, TECHNOFI, France To address the global perspective of the issue, stakeholders in the energy system [...] The Clean Energy Solutions Center, in partnership with the International Smart Grid Action Network (ISGAN), is hosting a no-cost webinar on research and innovation needs for smart grid transition. This
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This was the UITP Global Public Transport Summit 2023
n by Martin Reinthaler, Research Engineer, Integrated Energy Systems, as part of an e-poster session. He addressed the modelling of future energy demand in the transportation sector, which is a crucial [...] consisting of our experts Christian Ecker, Christian Kogler, and Martin Reinthaler from the Center for Energy, showcased innovative solutions at the exhibition. These solutions ranged from integrated planning [...] optimization of transportation systems to the design of efficient mobility hubs and the modelling of energy demand in public transportation. A particular highlight was the presentation by Christian Kogler
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Efficient power generation in wind turbines through intelligent rotor blade heating systems
efficient electricity production even in winter temperatures. Wind energy is Austria's second most important alternative energy source. However, the alpine climate often causes the rotor blades of wind [...] , in order to enable even more efficient and sustainable energy generation in winter. More about Verbund- Austria's leading energy company: www.verbund.com The research platform "Data [...] rotor blade heating systems Under the consortium leadership of VERBUND - funded by the Climate and Energy Fund - the experts are working hand in hand to develop intelligent decision-making algorithms based
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Best practice for a sustainable production
heat pumps is an essential building block for a future and efficient energy system“, explains Wolfgang Hribernik, Head of Center for Energy at the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology. New Heat Pump Technology [...] processes After evaluating the production processes, the energy sources used and the possible efficiency measures, the AIT Center for Energy drew up a decarbonisation concept for the Vienna site of the [...] operation and use of more efficient equipment enable reduction of CO2 emissions by 15% Optimizing energy consumption and the resulting reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from industrial production processes
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HighMag: Magnesium batteries as a key technology for a sustainable energy future
batteries for mobility and energy storage applications. From lithium to magnesium: Why a technology change is necessary The electrification of transportation and energy systems is advancing at a rapid [...] production—an important step toward safe and resource-efficient energy storage solutions that will have a lasting impact on mobility and the energy transition.” Prof. Andreas Kugi, Scientific Director of AIT [...] of Technology (coordinator, Austria)University of Limerick (Ireland)Commissariat à l’Energie Atomique et aux Energies Alternatives (CEA) (France)Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) (Germany)Albert Ludwig
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AIT conducts research into climate-friendly aviation
environmentally friendly. Energy storage systems play a central role in electrification and must comply with the strict aviation guidelines. These include batteries with a high energy density and the highest [...] multifunctional energy storage systems, comes in A key innovation of the project is the novel, future-proof load-bearing semi-solid-state electrochemistry. This is based on high energy density active materials [...] properties and can be integrated into the supporting structure while also serving as electrical energy storage devices. The aim was to support the sustainable electrification of aviation. The multifu
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High energy savings through optimization of processes
annealing process requires relatively high energy use, this process needs to be optimized with respect to both conserving resources and saving on expensive energy costs," explains Gerfried Weiss, head of [...] To achieve their maximum performance, many products must undergo lengthy and energy-intensive heat treatment such as an annealing process. One of the ways of annealing these items is to use electrica [...] long enough, which has a negative effect on the material properties. If it is too long, time and energy are wasted. To optimize the annealing process, Plansee has launched the ThermoTec project together
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AIT Battery Researcher Stefano Passerini Among the World's Most Cited Scientists
Passerini: A Pioneer in Energy Storage Research Professor Passerini is an internationally recognized leader in battery research, driving the development of sustainable energy storage solutions. With almost [...] international standards, plays a key role in advancing innovative technologies for energy storage and driving the energy transition forward. His inclusion on the ‘Highly Cited Researchers’ list acknowledges [...] 000 citations, he is among the most influential figures in his field. His research focuses on high-energy batteries and supercapacitors, emphasizing environmentally friendly materials and sustainable processes
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LET'S TECH video competition 2024/25
late to turn the tide. How can we do this? With the energy transition. It is crucial to protect our climate and ensure that we do not run out of energy. For a green future, YOUR future. Details and registration [...] The energy transition affects us all. But how can it succeed? And what can you contribute yourself? Take part in the OVE video competition and find out. The video competition is entering its new decade
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ADV Trends 2022: Gamechanger IT - sustainable scenarios & practical applications
2022 was the sustainable handling of and through IT in areas such as Green IT, energy efficiency and CO2 reduction, energy (economy), Net Zero Strategy or even sustainable operating and hardware lifecycles [...] Gamechanger IT event. From acquisition to analysis, Data Science and AI require large amounts of energy. Using three current projects, MobiSpaces (https://mobispaces.eu) , AI4Trees (www.ai4trees-project
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INSIGHT INTO THE CITY OF THE FUTURE: PRACTICAL WORK EXPERIENCE DAYS AT THE AIT AUSTRIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
y research institute and experience work on the latest developments in the fields of technology, energy and the environment. In addition, the work experience days also gave AIT researchers an insight into [...] into the young people's perspective on forward-looking topics such as urban planning, the energy issue and the mobility of tomorrow. The young people not only had the opportunity to gain valuable insights [...] city" project. In project groups, the students presented their ideas for a more climate-friendly, energy-efficient and inclusive city and then presented their concepts to selected AIT employees and Managing
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Industrial heat pumps for a climate-neutral European industry
enormous potential for energy efficiency and the reduction of CO2 emissions On 6 July 2021, Timur Gül, Head of the Energy Technology Policy Division of the International Energy Agency (IEA), opened the [...] increase energy efficiency by up to 80 per cent, reduce CO2 emissions by up to 80 per cent and also cause up to 20 per cent less productions costs. Wolfgang Hribernik, Head of Center for Energy at the AIT [...] Center for Energy, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology. As part of DryFiciency, three demonstration projects were carried out in the field of industrial drying, as drying processes are very energy-intensive
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Halide Solid State Batteries for Electric Vehicles and Aircrafts
lithium-metal batteries (ASSLMBs) are attracting huge attention because of their high theoretical energy density and much-improved safety. In the development of this technology, a solid-state electrolyte [...] urgent need for action in these areas. Electric vehicles play a decisive role in this, as they use energy much more efficiently than conventional vehicles with combustion engines. However, sustainable [...] applications. HELENA addresses the pressing need for the development of safe and innovative high-energy efficiency batteries with superior power density. These solid-state battery cells, known as 4b generation
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This was #NEFI2022
‘, Federal Ministry for Climate Protection, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK)), Markus Achleitner (Regional Minister for Economy and Energy, Province of Upper Austria), Wolfgang Hribernik [...] Hribernik (NEFI Network Coordinator) and Elvira Lutter (Programme Manager Climate and Energy Fund, Director of the Net-Zero Industries Mission by Mission Innovation). The Regional Ministers Barbara Eibinger-Miedl [...] Research, Province of Styria) and Ursula Lackner (Regional Minister for Environment, Climate Protection, Energy, Regional Development and Spatial Planning, Province of Styria) were part of the opening via short
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AIT study shows: climate-neutral industry by 2040 is feasible
Austria" was presented on January 10 as part of the first "Innovation in Dialogue" of the Climate and Energy Fund. The focus is on developing transformation pathways for industry and answering the questions [...] dustry is perceived as the key to overcoming this challenge. With the support of the Climate and Energy Fund, the industry is expected to receive assistance in navigating towards carbon neutrality and [...] and making informed investment decisions. The project takes a holistic approach to the Austrian energy system, integrating various sectors for optimal technical, economic, and socio-economic optimization
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Research für Climate-Friendly Aviation
systems to increasingly electric propulsion solutions. The goal is to increase energy efficiency and switch to renewable energy sources, thereby reducing the environmental impact of the next generation of [...] semi-solid state battery Energy storage systems that meet the demands of aeronautics play a central role in the electrification of aircraft. For example, batteries with high energy density are needed that [...] aircraft components which are built into the supporting structure while also serving as electrical energy storage devices. The aim is to support the sustainable electrification of aviation: Through the
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European Heat Pump Summit
services relating to modern heat pump systems. The focus will be on energy-efficient solutions for buildings, industry and integrated energy systems as well as innovative test methods and developments in the [...] cooperation opportunities and find out how we are working with industry, technology providers and energy suppliers to drive forward the heating transition. Visit us at the AIT stand in the exhibition28-29
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How the energy transition works: 350 students at LET'S TECH Day in Vienna
into technology: around 350 pupils aged 10 and up took a deep dive into the technologies for the energy transition at the third LET'S TECH Day on May 16, 2025 in Vienna. The winners of the LET'S TECH video [...] competition were also honored at the event.Hands-on technology and lots of interesting facts about the energy transition: There was great enthusiasm at the numerous hands-on stations and various workshops at [...] and answered many interested questions. OVE Secretary General Peter Reichel: “To restructure our energy system, we need innovative technologies and qualified specialists who know how to use them. There
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15th IEA Heat Pump Conference 2026
of buildings, industry and energy systems," emphasises Thomas Fleckl, Chairman of the National Organising Committee and Head of the Department of Sustainable Thermal Energy Systems at the AIT Austrian [...] cooperation with the Technology Collaboration Programme on Heat Pumping Technologies of the International Energy Agency (HPT TCP by IEA), is organising the 15th IEA Heat Pump Conference 2026 in Vienna. Under the [...] application Heat pumps are among the key technologies for the decarbonisation of buildings, industry and energy systems. Thanks to their high efficiency and the use of renewable environmental heat or waste heat