IEA PVPS - Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme’s Post

All the best to our researcher Amina, clearly a highly topical issue of major importance.

We spoke with Margaux Peltier, co-founder and CEO of EPFL spin-off Enerdrape, about how the solution transforms overlooked spaces into efficient sources of heating and coolinghttps://lnkd.in/dZzUckty "I hope that our heat exchange panels will become the solar panels of the future,” commented Margaux. These innovative geothermal panels, installed in overlooked spaces like underground garages, are transforming how people think about energy efficiency. By tapping into the constant temperature of subterranean environments, Enerdrape’s solution not only provides heating in winter but also cooling in summer, reducing reliance on traditional fossil fuels. With installations expanding across Switzerland, Enerdrape is positioning itself at the forefront of a sustainable energy revolution. Margaux Peltier envisions a future where underground spaces are routinely harnessed for thermal energy, accelerating the transition to clean, renewable sources of heat and cooling in urban areas. #TOP100SSU #SwissStartups #CleanTech 

Check out the outcome of the study we did with SuperNode Ltd and University of Strathclyde in the post below:

🔌ExCo 59 - Day One 🔌 Urban Foresight hosted the Task 1 knowledge sharing workshop today. The event had presentations from the Jeju Energy Corporation, where a highlight was learning how new residential developments with over 100 dwellings will now have mandatory EV chargepoints installed. We heard country updates from three member countries: Switzerland, USA and Italy. They discussed the recent changes in policy as well as the various commitments to increasing access to public charging infrastructure. The Advanced Materials and Combustion Technology Collaboration Programmes also talked about how we could work together on shared projects. International Energy Agency (IEA) #HEVTCP #EV #Hybrid #Technologycollaborationprogram #electricvehicles #hybridvehicles #electricmobility #southkorea #Fleet #Transport #sustainablemobility #sustainability

🌍 Decarbonising Island Energy Systems with VPP4ISLANDS Innovations (Part 2/7) 💡 Introducing the #VPP4INode: The Brains Behind the Islands’ Clean Energy Grid 🧠 Developed by Aix-Marseille Université (AMU), the #VPP4INode is an intelligent system powered by edge computing and advanced algorithms. Strategically placed across the island, it acts as the central hub for: 📊 Data Hub: Gathering data from #VPP4I_Box for a comprehensive view of the energy landscape. ⚙️ Optimisation Engine: Efficiently distributing and managing energy across the island. 🎵 Virtual Power Plant (VPP): Combining distributed energy resources into a unified power plant. 🏘️ Smart Energy Communities: Empowering residents to actively manage energy. 🔄 P2P Market Potential: Enabling future energy trading directly between islanders. The #VPP4INode unlocks flexibility and optimises the island’s energy grid, paving the way for a sustainable and economically beneficial energy future. 🌱 🔜 Stay tuned for Part 3 to discover more VPP4Islands technical innovations! #VPP4Islands #CleanEnergy #SustainableIslands #SmartIslands #TechnologicalAdvancement #EdgeComputing #AI #GridOptimization 

Today, Thomas Garabetian from SolarPower Europe, represented the Increase project at their EU Solar Buildings🏢☀️ Strategy Day, co-organised with the SEAMLESS-PV Project.   Thomas discussed stakeholder engagement and cross-sectoral cooperation, specifically:   ➡️ Stakeholder engagement as a core tenet of #BIPV market integration ➡️ #Increase's co-creation approach ➡️ Increase's focus on value chain engagement and acceptance   Stay tuned as Increase will soon be organising a workshop on supporting the adoption of #IntegratedPV.   Increase is a 4 ½ year Horizon Europe project, aiming to accelerate the market uptake of building and/or infrastructure-integrated solar systems, through technological innovation, quality, and standardisation, amongst other objectives.   École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne European Builders Confederation EBC CSEM VITO TECNALIA Research & Innovation CSTB KU Leuven Onyx Solar Energy SOLTECH NV Th!nk E SunStyle BECSA, Spain Simetría Grupo Bouygues Construction Metabuild CEI-Comitato Elettrotecnico Italiano SolarPower Europe Euskal Trenbide Sarea - Red Ferroviaria Vasca Institute of Baltic Studies EuropeOn - The European Electrical Contractors Association BuildUp   #IncreaseIPV #EUproject #HorizonEurope #BuildingTheFuture #Innovation #Sustainability #seamlesspv #infrastructures #seamless

🌍 Exciting Update from SSHARE Project: Pioneering Net Zero Energy Building Technology 🏠 I am thrilled to share insights into the SSHARE project, where I've had the privilege to contribute. SSHARE aims to revolutionize building envelopes with innovative technologies geared towards achieving net zero energy consumption. At its core, SSHARE integrates two groundbreaking technologies: 🔹 HUNTER-Humidity to Electricity Convertor: This technology harnesses atmospheric humidity to generate electricity, serving dual purposes of energy supply and thermal regulation. 🔹 Advanced Radiant Panel for Buildings: Inspired by natural perspiration mechanisms, these panels dynamically cool or heat buildings according to seasonal needs. #SSHAREProject #NetZeroEnergy #SustainableArchitecture #InnovationInConstruction #EU2050Goals #ResearchAndInnovation

RHC-ETIP has published an input on Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025. One of the goals of RHC-ETIP has always been to ensure that the RHC community’s input is included in the preparation of funding programmes for R&I such as the annual Work Programmes for the main EU Research and Innovation frameworks (i.e. Horizon Europe). To that effect, RHC-ETIP's Horizontal Working Groups and Technology Panels have reviewed and upgraded the R&I priorities identified in the RHC-ETIP Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (published in 2021) and collated input proposing priority topics to be included in the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025. The objective is to bring clarity in terms of research and innovation needs to enhance the adoption of renewable heating and cooling technologies, and to improve the competitiveness of the European renewable heating and cooling sector. Read the full report on our website 👉 https://bit.ly/436yJkM #renewableenergy #RHC #heatingandcooling #HorizonEurope

Join RACE for 2030 at the Asia-Pacific Solar Research Conference 2024 next week.   Across this three-day conference, you'll hear from our project teams on RACE for 2030-funded research projects, and we'll be hosting two sessions:   1.    How to develop projects for RACE for 2030 CRC co-funding: This session will provide an overview of RACE for 2030's research priorities and co-funding opportunities. It will include the types of projects we support, how they are funded, and how to apply - including PhD projects. Join our Program Leaders, Tracey Colley (RACE for Business), and Jenniy Gregory (RACE for Homes), who will host the session.  2.    Innovative RACE for 2030 research projects in the built environment: Hosted by Jenniy Gregory, this session will delve into RACE for Homes projects.   We invite you to attend our sessions to learn more about how we facilitate research to decarbonise Australia.   Register for the Asia-Pacific Solar Research Conference 2024: https://www.apsrc.org.au/ #APSRC2024 #renewableenergy #solarenergy #sustainability #research

🎥🔔 Exciting #webinar alert! ⛓ One of our sister projects, the SOLARX EU project, is hosting this insightful webinar. Learn all about #modelling techniques, advancements in energy #efficiency, and discover the expected impacts of this #innovative solar-to-x solution. ⚡ ✴ Register now and join them this next September 18th! Check out the agenda below 👇