Research focus on energy and the environment
Reliable, affordable and environmentally friendly
This is how energy supply should be. This is why the employees in this research focus area are involved in interdisciplinary joint projects. Central topics are the generation and provision of energy with regard to resource conservation, environmental protection and climate neutrality.
The scientists at the HSZG tackle energy and environmental engineering problems on the basis of long-established expertise. The spectrum ranges from the optimization of power plant processes to automation technology and biotechnology.
In addition, interdisciplinary research groups are investigating the social aspects and acceptance problems of the energy transition.
Download graphic
Our research topics in energy and the environment
-
Increasing energy efficiency in thermal energy systems
Investigation of thermal energy storage systems to increase efficiency in power plants. The core element is the construction of the THERESAto develop new control and measurement methods.
Decarbonization | energy storage | Energy Storage | Thermal energy storage | THERESA test facility | Thermal energy storage | Zittau power plant laboratory
Development and production of a combustion furnace for the almost pollutant-free (low emission) combustion of unconventional biomass (ZIM)
Development of a new type of incinerator for difficult fuels (e.g. straw). The aim is a low-emission system for decentralized commercial use that solves problems with ash melting behavior.
-
Development of a new type of cyclone heat exchanger with condensation energy utilization to increase the efficiency of biomass drying plants - "ZETA"
New development of a cyclone heat exchanger ("ZETA cyclone") that massively increases the efficiency of drying containers. It utilizes latent heat from the exhaust air and improves dust separation at the same time.
-
Regional carbon footprint
Development of web-based software for regional greenhouse gas inventories. The tool supports municipalities in data collection and calculations across seven sectors.
Energy Efficiency Benchmark for Industrial SME
Development of an energy efficiency benchmark for SMEs. The approach enables companies to directly compare their own key figures (turnover, energy, employees) with the industry average to assess their competitiveness.
Intelligent local substation
Development of a simulation model for regional development scenarios based on case-related analyses of process flows depending on defined influencing variables in the district of Görlitz.
Energy economics | Regional development beyond the metropolitan areas
-
Social science support for the energy transition
Project management: Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Delakowitz
The project in the Research Information System
Bacillus subtilis - stress response and biotechnological application
Project management: Prof. Dr. rer. nat. habil. Thomas Wiegert
The project in the Research Information System
Assessment of the risk potential of highly endangered plant species due to changes in the conditions of use on agricultural land for biomass production for energy production - population genetics of endangered plant species
Project management: Prof. Dr. Christa Maria Heidger
The project in the Research Information System
A new synthesis of the cancer drug tamoxifen
Project management: Prof. Dr. rer nat. habil. Dieter Greif and Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Annett Fuchs
-
Dynamic Building and Systems Simulation with Integrated Parameter Variation to Determine Energy-Optimal Design and Operating Parameter Configurations in Building Energy Supply (State Innovation Grant)
Project Leader: Prof. Dr. rer. pol. Tino Schütte
The project in the Research Information System
Heat Pumps (Heat Pumps for Heating and Cooling)
Project Leader: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jörn Krimmling
Search for specific topics, keywords or institutes. Our Research Information System (FIS) offers you free access to all ongoing and completed research, development and transfer projects.
Excellent research is the result of exchange. Our team combines expertise from our faculties and our institutes: from power plant technology and biotechnology to digital grid control. Whether you are looking for a project partner for the energy transition or have a technical question: Here you will find the experts who are driving forward the topic of "Energy and Environment" at the HSZG.
Your contact in the research focus area
Upper floor