
Cluster 2 - Energy Transition
Case descriptions for these cases will be published soon.

Sustainable Energy Integration and Circular Installations
Tackle the energy transition's challenges! Join our interdisciplinary team to develop an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and create innovative solutions for minimizing energy consumption and promoting circular installations. Make a real impact on sustainable energy integration in existing buildings and networks.


Noise reduction at Transformer stations
With an increasing need for transformer stations due to energy system electrification, noise pollution caused by these stations is a growing concern. Your challenge is to develop innovative noise-reducing solutions that are scalable, energy-efficient and adhere to regulations and environmental standards, without compromising transformer efficiency.


Electrifying Steel: Towards a Sustainable Future
By implementing direct electric heating to reach 1200°C, this project aims to revolutionize steel re-heating, effectively eliminating CO2 emissions while reducing costs. Students will contribute to cutting-edge research in sustainable industrial processes. Efforts will be made both in market scoping and development of a Proof of Concept installation.


Improving well intersections in Advanced Geothermal Systems
Advanced Geothermal Systems require connecting different wells in the subsurface to create closed loops. These loops function as heat exchangers to produce the heat of deep earth layers. The objective of this JIP project is to develop a more effective method to improve these crucial intersections.


KNUST Sustainable Energy Challenge
KNUST (Ghana) strives to use more sustainable energy on campus. It currently has 80 backup diesel generators (dataset available).
The team should employ data analysis techniques, technology driven research, and economic models to identify potential solution(s) that:
-reliably meet energy needs
-reduce carbon footprint
-are economically competitive
Students should travel to Ghana for data collection & interviews. Limited funding available.

