Peter Liem

Peter Liem is a Researcher at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering and Energy Technology at the Lucerne School of Engineering and Architecture (HSLU T&A). He holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from HSLU and has over 20 years of professional experience, transitioning from a mechanical engineering background to academic research.

His research focuses on industrial energy efficiency, particularly through Pinch Analysis techniques applied to thermal energy systems and process engineering. He leads projects like PinCH software development, thermal energy storage integration, and optimizing industrial processes for sustainability.

Key contributions include peer-reviewed articles on heat integration in batch processes and thermal energy storage methodologies. His work bridges theoretical analysis and practical industrial applications, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and economic viability.

Projects include collaborations with the SCCER (Swiss Competence Center for Energy Research) and development of tools like PinCH 3.5 software for process optimization. He also contributes to energy demand trend analyses and heat pump integration studies in industrial contexts.