Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Lars O. Nord is a Professor in the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at NTNU, specializing in thermal energy systems, CO2 capture technologies, and dynamic process modeling. He holds a PhD from NTNU (2010) and a Master's from Virginia Tech (2001). His research focuses on power cycles, turbomachinery optimization, and decarbonization strategies for energy systems. Nord has led projects such as DEXPAND and InnCapPlant, addressing CO2 capture under variable loads and expander efficiency in renewable systems. Current roles: Head of the Thermal Energy research group and teaches courses like Engineering Thermodynamics. Research highlights include thermal energy storage integration, moving bed adsorption processes, and offshore hybrid energy systems. His work spans over 80 publications, emphasizing CO2 capture dynamics, turbine design, and control strategies for flexible power plants. Notable collaborations include SINTEF and Aker Solutions. Nord advises multiple PhD candidates and has mentored alumni now leading roles in industry and academia.
Professor Mohan Lal Kolhe is a distinguished academic at the University of Agder , serving as a Full Professor in Smart Grid and Renewable Energy within the Faculty of Engineering and Science and the Department of Engineering Sciences . With over three decades of international academic experience, he has held positions at prestigious institutions including University College London, University of Dundee, and Hydrogen Research Institute in Canada. His career spans technical innovation, policy development (e.g., as a member of South Australia’s Renewable Energy Board), and extensive research leadership in sustainable energy systems. Research Leadership : Focus on Smart Grid integration, Electric Vehicles, Hydrogen Energy, Solar/Wind Systems, and Techno-Economic Energy Analysis. Global Recognition : Listed in the top 2% of scientists worldwide (2020-2023) by Stanford University, with 10 publications averaging 200+ citations. Recent publications emphasize advanced optimization techniques for renewable integration, EV charging infrastructure, hydrogen production, and power system stability. His work has secured competitive funding from entities like the Norwegian Research Council and EU programs. Awards and Expert Roles : Top 2% Global Scientist (Stanford, 2020-2023) Highly Cited Researcher (Top 10 publications, 200+ avg. citations) Expert evaluator for European Commission, Royal Society London, EPSRC, and Cyprus Research Foundation He actively contributes to international conferences as keynote speaker and editorial board member, with leadership roles in research groups like Autonomous and Cyber-Physical Systems and Energy Systems .
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Olav Bolland is the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and holds the academic rank of Professor of Thermal Power Engineering. His research focuses on carbon capture and storage (CCS), thermal power systems, and CO2 emission management in power generation. He leads the ECCSEL initiative, an international laboratory infrastructure for CCS research and innovation. Bolland teaches courses such as TEP4185 (Gas Process Technology) and FLYT2202 (Aerodynamics). His research emphasizes techno-economic assessments of CO2 capture technologies, including chemical looping reforming, gas switching reforming (GSR), and pressure swing adsorption (PSA). He has published extensively on topics like pre- and post-combustion CO2 capture, power plant optimization, and hydrogen production integration. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in energy systems, aiming to advance sustainable energy solutions. Notable contributions include a textbook on CO2 emission management and collaborative efforts in international CCS infrastructure development. His projects often involve large-scale plant analysis and validation using real-world data from facilities like the CO2 Technology Center Mongstad.
van Khang Huynh is a Full Professor in Mechatronics and Energy Systems at the Department of Engineering Sciences , University of Agder , Norway. He is also a member of the Norwegian Academy of Technical Sciences (NTVA) and has served as an Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification . Education: D.Sc. in Electromechanics & Electric Drives, Aalto University, Finland (2012) M.Sc. in Power Electronics and Motor Drives, Pusan National University, South Korea (2008) B.Sc. in Electrical Power Engineering, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Vietnam (2002) Research Focus: His research spans applied AI in condition-based maintenance , electrical machines , power electronics , design optimization , finite element analysis , and smart energy systems . He leads the Intelligent monitoring research group and is a member of the Energy systems , Intelligent mechatronics (iTron) , and Machine design groups. Projects & Funding: Enhancing Capacity in Condition-based Maintenance of Wind Energy (ECO-WIND) Performance and Health Monitoring of Hydroelectric Power Plants Analytics for Asset Integrity Management of Windfarms Industrial Internet methods for electrical energy conversion systems monitoring and diagnostics Operational Management in Interconnected Renewable Resources with ICT Compact Electric Winches PhD Supervision: He has successfully supervised 8 PhD dissertations and mentored 2 additional PhD projects , all in areas related to mechatronics, renewable energy, and intelligent systems. Labs & Teams: He leads the Intelligent monitoring research group and collaborates closely with the Energy systems , Intelligent mechatronics (iTron) , and Machine design groups at the University of Agder.
Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyNorway
Eilif Pedersen is a Professor and Program Leader for Marine Technology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He leads the Department of Marine Technology under the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on mathematical modeling, simulation of machinery systems, and energy-efficient solutions in marine and offshore contexts. He is actively involved in projects such as SEACo, SFI Smart Maritime, and ViProMa, emphasizing virtual prototyping and hybrid power systems. Key research areas include bond graph methodology, thermodynamic system modeling, and dynamic analysis of marine systems. Pedersen supervises numerous PhD and industrial projects, including studies on hybrid propulsion, wind turbine dynamics, and fuel cell integration. He has contributed to over 50 publications, with recent work addressing co-simulation techniques, energy conservation in marine systems, and emission reduction strategies. His expertise spans marine engines, fluid dynamics, and renewable energy applications. Collaborations with industry partners like Rolls-Royce and Kongsberg Digital highlight his commitment to bridging academic research with practical maritime challenges.
Erik Stensrud Marstein is a Professor II at the Energy Systems Section of the Institute for Technology Systems (UiO) , with a dual role as Research Leader and Deputy Head of Department at the Department of Solar Energy, IFE . He has served as Director of the Norwegian Research Centre for Solar Cell Technology since its founding in 2009 and holds a Dr. Scient. in Physics from the University of Oslo (2003). Research Interests: Solar cell technology and photovoltaic systems. Hybrid renewable energy systems (solar-wind, solar-hydro). Material science for solar cell degradation and stability. Energy system optimization and grid integration. Thermal imaging and defect analysis in PV systems. Publications: His work focuses on photovoltaic modeling (e.g., bifacial gain, soiling loss), hybrid energy systems, material stability, and thermography applications. Recent studies include techno-economic feasibility of floating PV and forecast-driven energy market strategies. Teams & Labs: He leads the Norwegian Research Centre for Solar Cell Technology and collaborates with the Energy Systems Section at UiO/IFE. His research integrates experimental and computational approaches.
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Elena Marianne Pummer is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at NTNU. She specializes in hydraulic engineering, with a focus on hydrodynamics, sediment transport, and glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs). Her research integrates experimental modeling, CFD simulations, and field studies to address challenges in hydropower, flood mitigation, and infrastructure design. Education: Dr.-Ing., RWTH Aachen University, Germany (2016) Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Ing., TU Darmstadt, Germany (2011) Research Interests: Her work spans hydraulic structures, ethohydraulics, and the dynamics of high-speed flows. She leads projects on GLOF hydraulics, underground pumped storage plants, and culvert blockage analysis. Key areas include sediment transport modeling, experimental validation of CFD frameworks, and sustainable hydropower solutions for climate resilience. Publications: Recent work addresses GLOF mechanisms in Peru, spillway capacity optimization, and CFD studies of supercritical flows. Her publications emphasize practical applications in infrastructure design and environmental risk management. Awards: 2019: DTK & WasserWirtschaft Studienpreis (3rd place) 2018: Young European Talent Award 2017: Friedrich-Wilhelm and ICOLD Young Engineers Awards Leadership & Projects: She chairs committees including IAHR's Hydraulic Structures and EERA's Hydropower SP2. Current projects include RenewHydro (sediment management), HydroCen (hydraulic structures), and Energydam (non-powered dam retrofitting). Advising: Supervises PhD students in GLOF hydraulics (Jan Hrebrina) and InSpillyFish (Nils Solheim). Past advisees include Subhojit Kadia (supercritical flows) and Joakim Sellevold (culvert hydraulics). Labs/Teams: Leads experimental hydraulics research at NTNU, collaborating with global institutions on projects like Pen@Hydropower (hydropower potential analysis) and Kajak Waves (nature-based infrastructure solutions).
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Benas Mockus serves as a Research Fellow within the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Trondheim, Norway. His research focuses on advanced carbon capture technologies specifically targeting combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) systems for efficient CO 2 removal from power plant emissions. Mockus' research interests center on Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Energy Systems , with specialized expertise in amine-based absorption processes, flue gas treatment, and process optimization for carbon management. His work addresses critical challenges in reducing greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel-based power generation through innovative engineering solutions that balance capture efficiency with energy consumption. In 2024, Mockus published significant research on achieving high-efficiency CO 2 capture rates from CCGT exhaust streams, demonstrating advancements in post-combustion capture technology. His work spans both theoretical modeling and practical implementation, contributing to global efforts in climate change mitigation through industrial-scale carbon management solutions.
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Magnus Korpås is a Professor at the Department of Electric Energy, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), within the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. His research focuses on renewable energy integration, power markets, and sustainable energy systems. He has held leadership roles in multiple national and international projects, including FME CINELDI and NorthWind, and collaborates with institutions like MIT and SINTEF. He earned his PhD (2004) and MSc (1998) in Electric Power Engineering from NTNU. His career includes roles as Research Director at SINTEF Energi and Visiting Scholar at MIT (2018-2019). He advises on energy policy and has published extensively on topics like hydropower flexibility, grid planning, and decarbonization pathways. His teaching responsibilities include courses on energy planning, offshore wind systems, and power market theory. He has supervised numerous PhD candidates and master’s projects, emphasizing energy transition, grid integration, and sustainable systems. Key research themes include market design for renewables, energy storage optimization, and Norway’s role as a balancing asset for European energy systems. He actively engages in media and public discourse on energy policy, advocating for pragmatic approaches to electrification and renewable integration.
Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyNorway
Curtis Hays Whitson is a Professor at the Institute of Geo Sciences, NTNU, affiliated with the Petroleum Technical Center. His research focuses on reservoir fluid characterization, CO2 sequestration, unconventional reservoirs, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR). He has advised numerous PhD students and contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications since 1980, including seminal works on PVT modeling, diffusion mechanisms, and shale gas optimization. His recent work emphasizes field-scale EOR optimization and CO2 injection in fractured systems. Whitson has supervised doctoral theses on topics like CO2-EOR in Iran’s Haft Kel field and gas-cycling benchmarking. His research integrates reservoir simulation, material balance analysis, and multiphase flow dynamics. Key research themes include: (1) CO2 injection in chalk and unconventional reservoirs, (2) diffusion-driven recovery mechanisms, (3) shale gas depletion performance, and (4) integrated field optimization. His articles span fluid property characterization, numerical modeling of transport phenomena, and production optimization strategies. Whitson collaborates widely with industry partners on projects involving experimental fluid analysis and reservoir-plant integration.
Western Norway University of Applied SciencesNorway
Liina Sangolt serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Maritime Studies at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (HVL), based at the Haugesund campus (HGSD H-HOV3019). She teaches foundational engineering courses including ING100 Introduction to Engineering Practice and MAS220 Introduction to Fluid Mechanics for Fall 2024. Her research focuses on innovative hydrogen production systems, particularly exploring the integration of fluctuating power sources with hydrogen generation technologies. Dr. Sangolt specializes in small-scale hydropower applications for hydrogen production, with emphasis on run-off-river power plants and sustainable energy conversion systems. Her recent publications demonstrate significant contributions to understanding power-to-hydrogen conversion efficiency, system modeling for small-scale applications, and practical implementation of renewable hydrogen production. The research shows strong emphasis on practical engineering solutions for sustainable energy systems. Dr. Sangolt actively collaborates with researchers including Andrés Franklin Olivares Lopez, Emmanuel Quayson, Arthur Uno Rognmo, and Velaug Myrseth Oltedal on hydropower-hydrogen integration projects, indicating participation in multidisciplinary research teams focused on renewable energy solutions.
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Dmytro Konovalov is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at NTNU, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable energy systems, energy-efficient technologies for marine and stationary applications, and advanced cooling solutions for electric motors and power plants. Key areas include hydrogen value chain optimization, thermopressor-based cooling systems, and waste heat recovery in cogeneration systems. **Research Interests:** Sustainable energy, hydrogen technology, thermal management of electric motors, thermodynamic modeling, and energy efficiency in industrial processes. His work integrates experimental validation, numerical simulations, and eco-techno-economic analyses to address global energy challenges. Recent projects include optimizing liquid hydrogen value chains and developing cooling systems for high-power electric motors, achieving significant efficiency gains (e.g., motor power increase from 55 kW to 98 kW). **Publications:** Over 30 peer-reviewed articles since 2020, with a focus on thermopressor technology, intercooling systems, and hydrogen applications. Recent trends highlight advancements in cooling system design, energy recovery, and sustainable transport solutions. **Awards:** Recipient of the President's Grant for Young Scientists (GP/F32/152). **Grants/Projects:** Lead researcher in multiple state and industry-funded projects, including eco-techno-economic analysis of liquid hydrogen value chains and development of gas-dynamic cooling systems. **Labs/Teams:** Collaborates with international teams (e.g., Tohoku University, Nagoya Institute of Technology) and industry partners to advance sustainable energy technologies. His software tools for cooling system design and simulation support industrial applications.
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Steve Völler is an Associate Professor for Sustainable Electrical Energy at the Department of Electric Energy, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), within the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. He leads the NTNU Energy Team Solar and coordinates the bachelor education program in Electrical Engineering (BIELEKTRO). His roles include managing multiple NTNU Energy Teams (Solar, Battery, Hydrogen, Smartgrid, Hydropower) and leading groups in initiatives like GEMINI Solar Cells and Battery. He has extensive experience in research and industry collaboration, focusing on energy systems, renewable integration, and sustainable technologies. Education highlights include a PhD in Energy Technology from the University of Wuppertal (2004-2010), a Master's in Electrical Engineering from Chemnitz University of Technology (1998-2003), and postdoctoral research at NTNU/SINTEF. His professional trajectory includes roles as a researcher at SINTEF Energy (2010-2017), postdoc in NOWITECH (2010-2012), and academic appointments since 2017. Research interests span energy storage systems (including electric/hydrogen vehicles), offshore wind integration, microgrids, hydro power scheduling, and CO2-emission reduction strategies. His work emphasizes practical applications for industry, such as optimal power plant portfolio planning and grid stability solutions. He is also actively involved in student-led initiatives like GridVille (microgrid) and Nordlys NTNU (solar car). Professional memberships include leadership roles in the Trøndelag Electric Car Association, Miljøagentene, and Norsk solenergiforening, alongside advisory roles at Bryte Batteries. He contributes to academic communities through roles in NTNU’s Fagforum Bærekraft and the IUG Subject Group Clean Energy (2021-2024).
Arvind Keprate is a Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University and teaches at Kristiania University College . He holds a Ph.D. in Offshore Engineering (2017) from the University of Stavanger, an M.Sc. in Marine & Subsea Technology (2014), and a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (2007). He previously worked at NASA's Prognostics Center of Excellence. Research Focus: Prognostics and Health Management (PHM) of complex socio-ecological technical systems like wind farms, combining machine learning, probabilistic techniques, and digital twins. Leadership Roles: Leads the Mechanics, Mechatronics, and Materials Technology (M3T) Research Group and manages the GrønnMet Lab . Grants: Funded by the Research Council of Norway (RCN), Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir), Norwegian AI Research Consortium (NORA), and RegionaleForskningFond (RFF). Industrial Expertise: 10+ years in pipeline engineering, fatigue analysis, and asset integrity (Reliance Industries, DNV). Editorial Roles: Associate Editor for the International Journal of System Assurance Engineering and Management and Topic Editor for Frontiers in Energy Research.
Chiara Bordin is an Associate Professor in Energy Informatics at the Department of Computer Science, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. She focuses on teaching and research within the Energy Informatics domain, with particular expertise in mathematical optimization applied to smart energy and power systems. Member of the Arctic Centre for Sustainable Energy (ARC) Member of the Aurora Center MASCOT (Mathematical Structures in Computation) Principal Investigator for projects including Smart Senja and TENORS Editorial board member for Energy Informatics Journal (Springer) and Discover Applied Science Journal (Springer Nature) Guest editor for special issue in Energies Journal on Smart and Sustainable Energy Hubs Dr. Bordin's research focuses on mathematical optimization in computer science applied to smart energy and power systems. Her work spans models for storage integration, strategic network design, power systems reliability, multi-agent systems for microgrids, stochastic multihorizon optimization, and electric vehicle management. By combining mathematical modeling with computer science, power systems engineering, economics, big data analytics, and machine learning, she addresses complex research questions within energy systems. Her work contributes significantly to the interdisciplinary field of Energy Informatics, particularly in smart energy-saving systems and smart grids. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating artificial intelligence with traditional power system optimization, with increasing focus on resilience, reliability, and multi-use applications of energy infrastructure. The research spans both theoretical modeling and practical implementation challenges in Arctic and sub-Arctic environments. Member of technical program committee for Energy Informatics.Academy Conference Member of technical program committee for DACH+ Energy Informatics Conference Member of technical program committee for KES Sustainability in Energy and Buildings Conference Reviewer for high-ranked journals (Elsevier, Springer, Wiley) Academic R&D advisor for industries and startups in power systems and energy management Dr. Bordin teaches several advanced courses including INF-3010/INF-8010: Energy Informatics - Smart Energy and Power Systems Modelling at master's and PhD levels. She is available for capstone projects and can develop tailored special curriculum courses focusing on mathematical modeling, optimization, prescriptive analytics, and decision support systems within energy informatics. Her pedagogical approach emphasizes interdisciplinary connections between computer science, engineering, and energy systems. She is actively involved in the Arctic Centre for Sustainable Energy research community, contributing to the Digitalization research area where she collaborates on solutions for renewable energy system challenges through advanced digital technologies.
