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Introduction

The Energy Engineering Department at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) is an academic and research unit dedicated to education and development in the field of energy. It covers a range of areas related to energy engineering, from energy generation and management to energy efficiency and renewable energy sources. The department offers a comprehensive education in energy engineering, preparing students to tackle the energy challenges of the future and contribute to sustainable development.

Activities of the Department of Energy Engineering at UPV/EHU

Academic Programmes: The department offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in energy engineering. These programmes cover both the fundamental principles and advanced applications of energy.

Research: The department is involved in research across various fields of energy engineering, including:

  • Renewable energy (solar, wind, biomass, etc.).
  • Energy efficiency and conservation.
  • Energy management and storage.
  • Innovations in energy technologies.

Projects and Collaborations: The department participates in national and international research projects, collaborating with industry and other academic institutions. These projects may include the development of new technologies, environmental impact studies, and the improvement of energy processes.

Laboratories and Resources: Equipped with specialised laboratories featuring advanced technology, the department supports both teaching and research. These labs provide opportunities for hands-on practice and experimentation in energy-related fields.

Outreach and Knowledge Transfer: Beyond teaching and research, the department engages in scientific outreach and knowledge transfer to society and the business sector.

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Specialisation Areas

The Department of Energy Engineering at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) is structured into several specialisation areas within energy engineering, enabling an efficient and focused approach to different disciplines within the energy sector:

Renewable Energy

  • Research and development in solar, wind, hydro, and biomass technologies.
  • Projects for the implementation of renewable energies.
  • Environmental impact studies and feasibility assessments for renewable projects.

Nuclear Energy

  • Nuclear power plants.
  • Fusion and fission technologies.

Energy Efficiency

  • Optimisation of energy systems to reduce energy consumption.
  • Energy audits and performance assessments.
  • Development of technologies and methods to improve energy efficiency in buildings and industrial processes.

Energy Storage

  • Research into batteries and other energy storage systems.
  • Integration of storage technologies into energy systems.
  • Performance and lifecycle assessments of storage systems.

Thermal Technologies

  • Studies and development of thermal energy systems.
  • Innovations in cogeneration and trigeneration.
  • Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) technologies.

Energy and Environment

  • Environmental impact of energy systems.
  • Sustainability strategies and emissions reduction.
  • Lifecycle assessment and sustainability analysis.

 

 

 

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