Stefan von Westberg

An interesting read in today’s German business daily Handelsblatt about the challenges which come along as a result of the shift in energy mix towards renewables, here focusing on Texas. Solar and wind power are not available 24/7 and the demand is not necessarily located close to supply. Coupled with isolated and partially outdated power grids, power outages become more and more a normal phenomenon, even in economical highly developed countries and areas. At DEUTZ AG, we are committed to contribute towards achieving CO2-neutrality by 2050. Whilst we thrive to achieve this important goal, we continue to work to ensure that the world keeps moving. And that is one of the reasons why we are entering into new markets and new business models. Last month we signed a contract to purchase 100% of the shares in Blue Star Power Systems, Inc., a company producing state-of-the-art power generators. These power generators act as backup in the event of outages as such happening in Texas. Backups for hospitals, data centers, supermarkets, industrial facilities and many other parts of the critical infrastructure. And that is just the beginning. We will further buy and build a strong and global Deutz energy business, which will also allow us to bring CO2-neutral technologies into the market, using our H2 ICE or our engines to be powered with bio or synthetic fuels. #deutz #weensuretheworldkeepsmoving #bluestarpowersystems

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No question about it: the new Elli Charger 2 and a photovoltaic system are a true dream team! ☀ 🤝🏻 ⚡ Elli and the Norwegian PV provider Otovo have recently joined forces to offer sustainable and cost-effective home charging solutions. In an interview, Otovo CEO Andreas Thorsheim reveals why that is a perfect fit - and how customers benefit from the partnership. #emobility #energy #pv #collaboration #sustainability #interview

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There will be no resilience for this important energy technology, unless Europe manages to incentivize local production and production equipment

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At PowerLab, we believe in practising what we preach. 💡 Just as we encourage our intrapreneurs to thoroughly understand the problems they aim to solve; we regularly re-evaluate our program to align with TenneT's evolving context. Earlier this month, our core team gathered in Bayreuth for a 1.5-day strategic session. 📝 We reflected on insights from 350+ engagement survey responses, feedback from participants, and TenneT's updated strategy. Through a thorough SWOT analysis and benchmarking, we identified where PowerLab adds unique value and strengthens synergies to support non-linear thinking. ⚡ Key takeaways: 1. PowerLab empowers TenneT employees to explore bold, unconventional solutions. 🌍 2. We help existing initiatives save time and resources by providing a fast track for early-stage projects, avoiding inefficiencies. 🚀 3. Our program accelerates decision-making and fosters an entrepreneurial mindset, enabling teams to act quickly and efficiently. 4. Flexibility is at the core of our approach — for example, our four annual Bootcamps are designed to adapt to participants' individual timelines. 🗓️ 5. We continually improve our program; we've identified that offering more in-advance context to participants will make their experience even smoother. ⭐ 6. Our program is committed to entrepreneurial resource efficiency, and we operate in a cost-effective and fast manner. Taking time to reflect like this is vital for ensuring we continue to deliver maximum value. If you want to experience PowerLab firsthand and be part of our exciting November 4-8 Bootcamp, there are still a few spots open. Apply now at powerlab.tennet.eu. #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #EnergyTransition #PowerLab #TenneT #Strategy #Leadership

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Satellite Manufacturing and Launch Market - Industry Trends and Forecast to 2028 https://lnkd.in/dgbDyyrc #innovation #management #technology #creativity #entrepreneurship #sustainability #inspiration #insights #outbreak #impact

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Do you want to know more about the journey that brought our founder and CEO Rainer from digging his hands on soil to a enterprise career and finally found his very first own company? Please read this article done by the amazing team of UNPREPARED (who had been very well prepared in fact 😉)

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💡 How proven technologies and best practices meet #battery #industry needs, increase OEE and reduce costs. 🎬 Christian Holder & Sebastian Weik about increasing efficiency in battery production. 🔋 #Technology #BatteryTechnology #Batteries #Energy

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Highly recommended: The manufacturing industry is undoubtedly under pressure from an inevitable process of change. One of the most important aspects of successfully meeting this challenge, particularly for heavy industry, is the use of hydrogen and securing its supply chains. If you are around, don’t miss this confrence.

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In this episode, dive into the world of battery storage projects 🌍⚡ and discover SFS’s extensive financing options 💼💡 to power up your plans! 📅 June 18, 2024 at 16:00 (Berlin) ⏰ ✒Free Registration: https://sie.ag/6jRiXH 👉👉Agenda: - Overview of financing options and their specifics. - Criteria to evaluate battery storage projects for financing. - Specific industry challenges from a financing point of view. #electrificationandautomation #sustainability #trustedpartner #batterystorage

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Renewable energy needs investment in infrastructure. Thanks to Kelag Energie we have achieved a big milestone in Treibach Althofen to be fit for future. #renewableenergy #kelag #fitforfuture

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The costs of the energy transition are real and significant, and we must acknowledge them. However, the costs of not pursuing the energy transition are far greater, which is likely why no one even discusses that possibility.   Will everything happen as if we were living in a perfect world? Of course not. We simply have to push the energy transition forward; standing still is not an option.    There’s an insightful article by Catiana Krapp in the Handelsblatt today explaining that the problems in Germany are no different from those in other countries, such as the US (Texas), Greece, or Chile. Let’s address them.  https://lnkd.in/gP9jWCeu

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“By rigorously processing insulating oils, we are conserving valuable resources and thus protecting the environment. This must also be reflected in the classification of transformer oils." Kilian Gerbl The transition to a green future requires not only energy sources but also the energy infrastructure itself to become more environmentally friendly. The sustainability and carbon intensity of materials used in power grid equipment, especially large power transformers, as well as their performance play a pivotal role in the ongoing development of the energy sector in an environmentally friendly way. Det Norske Veritas (DNV) has initiated an innovative Joint Industry Project (#JIP) aiming to drive sustainability, reliability and environmental responsibility of power transformers, a critical component of the energy infrastructure. Electrical Oil Services (EOS) had the honor to be part of this initiative and shared the experience of an insulating oil expert. Learn more about the JIP for Power Transformer in the interview with Kilian Gerbl, Head of Electrical Oil Services, one of the leading transfomer oil services brands in Europe: EN: https://hubs.ly/Q02JHRvG0 DE: https://hubs.ly/Q02JHX_B0 FR: https://hubs.ly/Q02JHTh20 #circulareconomy #TransformerOilRecycling #PowerTransformers #DistributionTransformers #highvoltage #offshoreenergy #EnergySupply #energytransition

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Volkswagen ex CEO on bidirectional charging *A non word-for-word translation of the interview in German.* Herbert Diess should be well known as the VW boss who led the company out of Dieselgate and into the future. Herbert Diess and Peter Schwierz interview covers the whole range of bidirectional charging quite well and points out the difficulties. It's said that V2G is a very complex subject between the automotive and energy sectors. I can only agree with that, as a company we are confronted with it every day. But together with partners like TMH, we can master the challenge. I find the view of the eco-system in which the vehicle is integrated particularly exciting and confirming for what ambibox has been pursuing for years, the idea of an eco-system consisting of a bidirectional vehicle, stationary battery, PV system, HEMS and flexible electricity tariffs. According to Diess, the vehicle manufacturers have also understood this. That's a good thing! It is logical that this eco-system is more likely to be created on the DC side, without many conversion losses, as PV and Batteries are DC and all the cars have a DC Charging port, which can be used also for discharging as we are showing every week. By the way, I also share the opinion about Tesla, Tesla will certainly also enable bidirectional charging, we have already tested MODEL 3 and MODEL Y from the last 3 years, the vehicles can be discharged without any problems. Rumor has it that the PW3 will also be able to do this. Let's all stay curious. THANKS to you, HERBERT and PETER. Great interview. #V2G #V2H #V2B #Volkswagen #VW #TESLA #ambibox #ambicharge

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"Tradition meets innovation" 🚀 Two traditional German companies have joined forces, both focussing on #quality and innovation. With the exaCT L Computer Tomograph from WENZEL, the quality processes at Wieland Electric have been raised to a new level. Whether analysing porosity or checking dimensions, WENZEL's CT technology ensures process reliability. And the best thing about it? It's all incredibly user-friendly and accessible at the touch of a button. 👌 https://ow.ly/9lHN50T2IWo #exaCT #CT #UserFriendly

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We are thrilled: With our new solar installation on the roof, we will cover 30 % of our electricity needs in the future. This is another important step towards greater sustainability and environmental protection. Slide through for more facts ➡➡➡ #sustainability #renewableenergy #Photovoltaic #HeinrichSchümann #environmentalprotection #solarpower #Innovation #energy #energytransition #schuemann

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"Get to know Siemens Rastatt" April 2024 🗓️ See what Steffen has to say: One of the tasks in our customers burner developments is to select the right sensor for flame monitoring. The combustion of different fuels like natural gas, oil or green fuels such as hydrogen, requires different types of optical sensors to ensure reliable flame detection based on the physical properties of the respective flame. Especially in harsh industrial environments, in dual-fuel or waste gas applications, with limited visibility of the flame or in the presence of water vapor, selecting the right sensor is a challenge. My motivation is to always find the best possible solution and to support our customers wherever I can. My name is Steffen, and I am the product manager responsible for our sensor portfolio at Siemens in Rastatt. If you have the same interest in flame monitoring and oxygen sensors or would like to learn more about our Siemens Combustion Sensor Portfolio, please feel free to contact me (https://sie.ag/2jQHCv). #siemens #smartbuildings #intelligentinfrastructure #OEM #combustion

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58% of the electricity is produced by #renewables - that's quite a number. In #Germany, wind, solar, biomass and water covered well over half of electricity generation in the first half of 2024. That's a significant increase compared to the previous year. So far, so promising. Energy transition in action, so to speak. However, comparable successes are needed in two closely related areas. We need to accelerate the expansion of the electricity #grids at European level. We have published recently a study on this, which you can read here: https://lnkd.in/d3tyUryG And we need to expand #storage capacities. Both are important for a stable and independent energy supply in Europe. Also important: reliable framework conditions. Only those who can be sure that the path will not be altered will be willing to invest. Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung https://lnkd.in/d7vx5NZH

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Have you tried motor efficiency mapping within DEWESoft? DEWESoft demonstrated the visualizations at the 2024 Vienna motor symposium, check it out:

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Thank you for sharing this interesting success story. Could you elaborate on it a bit with facts and figures? - How many gateways are already installed to cover the area? What is the maximum number of sensors a gateway could receive as part of this project? - What other connectivity is being used? - How many mioty's sensors have already been installed? - Having failed to find on the official Mioty website https://lnkd.in/ejkxKFd6, a such wide range of sensors to tackle the challenge of reducing water losses, like district water meters, pressure sensors, acoustic detectors, shutoff valves, etc..., what type of mioty sensors are being used ? - How do you synchronise the internal clock of sensors to perform an accurate water balance analysis? - What level of SLA have you achieved? - Is this network mutualised for purposes other than metering (parking, air quality, access control, street lights, traffic lights, etc.)? - What are the main challenges you have encountered in deploying this project? Thank you in advance for your answers, which will enlighten my curiosity and contribute to a better understanding of this technology.

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