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E3@SCHOOL

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role in this project is to ensure efficient load and energy management. To accomplish this, the AIT Center for Energy is developing a real-time energy management system (see conceptual representation in [...] electricity generation is fed to a large-scale energy storage system and/or can be consumed by the school directly. The large-scale storage is used as a primary energy source to supply electric vehicle (EV) charging [...] efficiency and meet the user needs as defined in the energy flows, the charging requirements are optimally integrated into the AI-based load and the energy management of the building and its environment. Despite

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AIT leads accompanying evaluation for the German Ministry of Economics' 7th energy research programme

Affairs and Energy within the framework of the 7th Energy Research Programme (EFP).  The German Federal Government promotes research and development in the field of forward-looking energy technologies [...] technologies. With the 7th Energy Research Programme, it supports companies and research institutions in researching and developing new technologies for the energy supply of tomorrow. With the Climate Protection [...] the Federal Government has set ambitious targets for reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions and for the share of renewable energies. The 7th EFP has been assigned a key role in establishing a link

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ADA-EE

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analytics methods to improve energy efficiency in buildings based on automatic description of monitoring data, prediction of future energy needs and prescribing measures to reduce energy usage. By continuously [...] decision recommendations for optimization of building energy efficiency. By optimizing the energy consumption to the needs of occupants and energy availability from renewable sources the solution can maximize [...] maximize the comfort and reduce the costs for energy. Project start: October 2015 Project duration: 36 months Project partners: AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH (Lead), Vienna University of Technology

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Power System Digitalisation

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tion digitalization of electrical energy supply The AIT Center for Energy positions itself as a competent partner in questions of digitalization of electrical energy supply. Digital innovations are in [...] together with manufacturers, network operators and energy suppliers. Our strength is the precise knowledge of specific system requirements in the energy domain, and at the same time scientific competence [...] stability and security. The experts at the AIT Center for Energy develop and validate interacting digital control solutions and products for energy systems of today and tomorrow. Solutions Power System T

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AADE project: New results for the transformation of the transport sector

planning the energy supply of transport with alternative drives from renewable energy sources. Information about the project: https://www.ait.ac.at/en/research-topics/transport-optimisation-energy-logis [...] the AADE Alternative Drive Systems and their energy supply research project were presented.  The AADE project (Alternative Drive Systems and their Energy Supply) represents a significant step towards [...] approach by investigating future energy requirements in the transport sector along the Austrian high-ranking road and rail network and developing suitable solutions for energy supply. The special feature

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Energy Conversion and Hydrogen

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Energy Conversion and Hydrogen Energy Conversion and Hydrogen To complete the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, an even greater expansion of energy sources such as solar power or wind power [...] modules & Power Plants Network Operators & Energy Service Providers Energy Markets & Infrastructure Policy Decarbonisation and Digitalisation in Industry Projekte Energy Conversion and Hydrogen Projekte × Kontakt [...] dominant hydrocarbon-based energy system: Hydrogen-based technologies, such as large-scale storage, electrolysers, fuel cells, or gas engines, are already important elements in the energy technology spectrum

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HYBUILD

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supporting renewable energy. Integration in the energy System can efficiently contribute to the decarbonisation of buildings. A promising research area is to exploit compact hybrid energy storage systems for [...] buildings/Systems; Extended solution life time; Superior energy performance contributing to the overall energy system flexibility; Reduction of building energy consumption and greenhouse gases. HYBUILD innovations [...] years. The project was selected as part of the Energy-efficient Buildings Public-Private partnership . Visit Official Project Web Page Motivation and Impact Energy storage is a key component in providing f

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Energy markets - flexibility for markets and grids

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Energy markets - flexibility for markets and grids Energy markets - flexibility for markets and grids The integration of partially subsidized energy products as well as the market entry of new players [...] players in the energy industry (democratization) led to fundamental changes in the validity of traditional business models of energy utilities. The scope of services in "Flexibility for Markets and Grids" consists [...] on for generation and flexibility use options, short- and medium-term energy price forecasts, and cost-benefit analyses of energy-related business models. Context, methods and expertise Portfolio optimization

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NEEDS Repowered

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delivers policy recommendations to tackle energy poverty and energy justice, while exploring strategies for upscaling and replication in diverse contexts. With energy poverty on the rise in Europe, the project [...] interlinks local sites on the European level in order to make Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) more resilient under the current energy crisis. By integrating technological retrofitting solutions, behavioral [...] resilience, and sustainability. The project also emphasizes the concept of energy citizenship, encouraging active involvement in the energy transition. AIT leads the project management and coordination, leveraging

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DeRiskDH

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ALLPLAN GmbH Energie Graz GmbH & Co KG Energie Klagenfurt GmbH Forschung Burgenland GmbH Grazer Energieagentur Ges.m.b.H. Käferhaus GmbH Linz Strom Gas Wärme GmbH myWarm GmbH Salzburg AG für Energie, Verkehr [...] project is supported with the funds from the Climate and Energy Fund and implemented in the framework of the RTI-initiative “Flagship region Energy”. Publications Schmidt, R-R. (2023) Risk minimization for [...] Engineer / Integrated Energy Systems +43 50550-6695 +43 50550-6390 ralf.schmidt(at)ait.ac.at Key Facts Project website Project duration: 01/23 - 01/26 Project partner: Wien Energie GmbH (Lead) AIT Austrian

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EERAdata: Tapping the full potential of energy data

Tapping the enormous potential of energy data is crucial for informed decision-making, guiding the successful transition to a clean energy system, and accelerating the uptake of research results. AIT is partner [...] efforts on opening databases and making low-carbon energy data findable, accessible, interoperable, and re-usable – in short: FAIR. "The players in the energy system need open and systematic access to databases [...] (AIT), Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Central Mining Institute (GIG), and European Energy Research Alliance (EERA). The European Commission

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EERA JP e3s Conference

reduction, the event provides an opportunity for an in-depth discussion on energy demand reduction in the context of the green energy transition. It aims at stimulating further research work, which will culminate [...] Info and Registration  About: As an activity under the European Energy Research Alliance (EERA), the Joint Programme “clean Energy tranSition for Sustainable Society” (e3s) aims to advance research [...] On 26 October 2023, the EERA JP e3s Conference "Fostering changes in energy consumption: a pathway to demand reduction" takes place in Padova (Italy). The conference takes place in physical presence

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NEFI Conference 2024: Innovating together and Paving the Path to Climate Neutrality

- New Energy for Industry was founded as an innovation network for the transformation of industry in the “energy flagship region”. NEFI+ is the new innovation laboratory of the Climate and Energy Fund's [...] ral industry. Representatives from the European Commission, the UK Department of Energy Security and the Swedish Energy Agency will present the latest findings and pioneering approaches.  NEFI Technology [...] Austrian paper and pulp industry has a particularly high energy requirement for its production. The NEFI Technology Talk will focus on the role of energy efficiency, renewable gases, electrification and the

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NEEDS Repowered Unites European Cities for Energy Resilience

develop innovative solutions against energy poverty and strengthen the resilience of Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) – urban neighborhoods that generate more renewable energy than they consume. Led by the AIT [...] Kraków, Iași, Budaörs, and Helsingborg are working together on targeted measures for a secure and just energy future. The project focuses on technological innovation, sustainable renovation strategies, new [...] new financing models, and inclusive participation formats. The aim is to create socially just, energy-efficient, and climate-resilient neighborhoods. Supported by 15 European partner organizations, the project

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Implementation plan for the energy research initiative of the Austrian climate and energy strategy

berwart (Burgenland). The federal government has adopted an ambitious energy research initiative as part of its climate and energy strategy. The current status of the implementation plan, which was developed [...] and funding priorities. The implementation plan for the three missions – Plus Energy Districts, Integrated Regional Energy Systems and Breakthrough Technologies for Industry – identified 39 innovation [...] Romana Stollnberger and Ali Hainoun from the AIT Center for Energy, provided essential support in drawing up the implementation plan for the energy research initiative and presented it together with the BMVIT

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Energy Lectures - the Podcast

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Energy Lectures - the Podcast Exploring the future of sustainable energy. Join discussions with leading experts from research, industry and politics on groundbreaking innovations, forward-looking technologies [...] collaboration are helping to shape a smarter, more sustainable and resilient energy system of the future – from innovative energy generation concepts and smart grids to cross-sector solutions for a clima [...] technologies and effective strategies that are driving the global energy transition forward. Each episode highlights from different perspectives how scientific excellence, technological advances and inter

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Hybrid Power Plants

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battery energy storage systems, power conversion systems as well as information and communication systems. Extensive knowledge of system integration in various energy systems, energy networks, energy markets [...] integration of these plants into grids and energy markets. In order to enable optimum plant operation, we place emphasis on forecasting generation and energy markets and on plant monitoring. AIT develops [...] markets and corresponding market services as well as the regulatory framework enables AIT – Center for Energy to provide a comprehensive portfolio for renewable, hybrid power plants. Our focus of research activities

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DIGITALTWIN4PEDS

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various renewable energy systems in order to achieve a positive energy balance. Preliminary studies have shown that a trustworthy mediator is needed to balance different interests. Digital energy twins provide [...] and quality assurance for plus-energy neighbourhoods through digital twins of district heating models DigitalTwin4PEDs is developing a quality assurance method for Plus Energy Districts (PEDs) through the [...] and development phases. A central energy-based building model supports coordination between various stakeholders and serves as a basis for ensuring the planned energy performance in the later operational

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ERIGrid 2.0 enables open access for research on the energy system infrastructure

integration of renewable energies, the digitalization of the networks and intelligent energy systems. The project is based on holistic, cyber-physical validations of the energy system, which can also be [...] validation of competitive concepts for the integrated energy system of the future, ”explains Thomas Strasser, senior scientist at the AIT Center for Energy and coordinator of ERIGrid 2.0. AIT SmartEST laboratory [...] and instruments of its infrastructures, which are now also open to external users. The Center for Energy of the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology leads the European consortium of innovative research

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Integrated Photovoltaic solutions

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sustainable energy sources without additional land use. Agro-Photovoltaics: Energy and Agriculture Combined Agro-photovoltaics refers to the use of solar installations on agricultural land, where energy generation [...] being both aesthetically pleasing and energy-efficient. Roofs BIPV roof systems replace traditional roofing materials, serving the dual purpose of protection and energy generation. Windows and Glass Surfaces [...] local eco-energy through the installation of PV systems. Photovoltaic panels are either directly installed on the noise barriers or integrated as part of their design. The generated energy can be used

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