Dr. Adeline Guéret is a Research Associate and doctoral candidate at the DIW Graduate Center (affiliated with Technical University of Berlin ), specializing in the intersection of energy systems and transportation. Her work focuses on: Sector coupling between electricity and transport Power sector modeling with open-source tools Energy transition policy analysis Prior to her current roles, she has held research positions at: Observatoire Français des Conjonctures Économiques (OFCE) in Paris Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) Her academic credentials include: MSc in Economics from Paris School of Economics (PSE) MSc in Economics and Statistics from ENSAE ParisTech Her research spans energy economics and environmental policy, with particular emphasis on: Impacts of shared electric mobility on power systems Integration of variable renewables Comparative energy transitions in Germany and France Her publications and presentations demonstrate a strong focus on: Energy transition metrics Grid flexibility solutions Policy evaluation frameworks Interdisciplinary energy research She actively contributes to energy discourse through media appearances, including a featured interview in DIW Weekly Report and podcast discussions on energy transitions.
Alessandro Hugo Antonio Monteverde is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) at the Polytechnic University of Turin. He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center Ec-L - Energy Center Lab. His academic career spans multiple engineering disciplines with a strong focus on sustainable energy systems and chemical processes. His educational background includes expertise in chemical plants engineering (scientific disciplinary sector ICHI-02/A), with research interests spanning chemical energy carriers, hydrogen production and storage, process intensification, proton exchange membrane fuel cells, and sustainable energy systems. His work aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals including clean water and sanitation, affordable and clean energy, industry innovation, responsible consumption, and climate action. Professor Monteverde's research portfolio demonstrates a clear trend toward sustainable energy solutions, particularly in hydrogen technologies and their application in aviation. His recent publications show an increasing focus on hydrogen-powered aircraft systems, thermal management solutions, and advanced fuel cell technologies. His work bridges chemical engineering with aerospace applications, creating innovative solutions for decarbonizing transportation. He has served as PhD supervisor for numerous students working on cutting-edge research topics including hydrogen-powered aviation, microbial CO2 conversion, and hydrothermal liquefaction of waste. His doctoral students have produced high-impact research connecting chemical engineering principles with sustainable energy applications. Professor Monteverde leads multiple significant research projects including LightPEM (2025-2026), ELECTROLIFE (2024-2028), AGROMET (2023-2025), and NoMaH (2023-2025), demonstrating his leadership in the field of sustainable energy research. His work has received funding from both competitive tenders and commercial contracts, indicating strong industry relevance and academic recognition. He is actively involved with research groups focused on Chemical and Catalytic Processes for Energy and Environmental Protection, as well as CO2 Reduction for a Low-Carbon Economy, positioning him at the forefront of research addressing climate change challenges through engineering solutions.
Dana Kirchem serves as a Researcher in the Department of Energy, Transport and Environment at the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW Berlin), where she has contributed to the "Transformation of the Energy Sector" research group since September 2021. Her academic qualifications include: A doctorate from University College Dublin and the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) Dublin focusing on demand flexibility modeling in integrated energy-water systems Economics studies at the University of Münster and the University of Guadalajara Her research centers on renewable energy expansion, heat transition, and sector coupling dynamics, with particular emphasis on green hydrogen applications. She investigates resource constraints in hydrogen production, infrastructure requirements for sector integration, and flexibility potentials across energy systems, employing interdisciplinary approaches that bridge economic modeling and engineering analysis to address European energy transition challenges. Analysis of her 11 publications (2020-2025) reveals consistent focus on hydrogen economy development, water-energy interdependencies, and demand-side flexibility. Key trends include quantifying electrolysis water footprints, evaluating storage solutions for cost reduction, and modeling grid interactions of distributed renewable resources, demonstrating strong policy relevance for national and European decarbonization strategies. Dr. Kirchem actively participates in research projects including Ariadne2 (evidence-based assessment for Germany's energy transition) and enERSyn (synergies of electric road systems with alternative truck technologies), contributing economic modeling expertise to scenario development and infrastructure planning. Her policy engagement extends to media outreach through interviews on hydrogen-water relationships and animated infographics explaining green hydrogen concepts. Within DIW Berlin, she collaborates in the "Transformation of the Energy Sector" research group, working closely with colleagues like Wolf-Peter Schill and Claudia Kemfert on integrated energy system analyses that inform national strategy development and infrastructure planning.
Francesco Demetrio Minuto is a Fixed-term tenure-track assistant professor at the Department of Energy (DENERG) at Polytechnic University of Turin, where he is also a member of the Interdepartmental Center Ec-L - Energy Center Lab. His academic activities span across multiple engineering disciplines as an invited member of both the College of Electrical and Energy Engineering and the College of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Automotive Engineering. Dr. Minuto's research focuses on energy communities, techno-economic analysis of renewable energy systems, green hydrogen production, and energy storage technologies including lithium-ion batteries and hydrogen storage. His work addresses critical challenges in sustainable energy transition, with particular emphasis on hydrogen technologies, energy storage optimization, and community-scale renewable energy integration. His research aligns with key Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 7 (Affordable and clean energy), Goal 11 (Sustainable cities and communities), and Goal 13 (Climate action). His recent publication record demonstrates strong expertise in hydrogen technologies, energy storage systems, and renewable energy community modeling, with numerous high-impact publications in leading energy journals. His work often involves sophisticated modeling approaches including stochastic simulation frameworks, MILP optimization, and techno-economic analysis to address real-world energy challenges. Dr. Minuto actively mentors the next generation of energy researchers, supervising five PhD students working on cutting-edge energy projects. His teaching portfolio includes PhD-level instruction on 'Safety of new energy carriers in confined spaces' and undergraduate courses such as 'Energy and Renewable Energy Sources' and 'Applied Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer' across multiple engineering programs. He is currently involved in the EU-funded TIPS4PED research project (2024-2027) under the Horizon Europe program, focusing on Positive Energy Districts and urban energy planning. His research bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in the energy transition, contributing to both academic knowledge and real-world energy solutions.
Dr. Kok Chiang Liang is a Lecturer and Program Coordinator for Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the School of Engineering , part of the College of Engineering, Science and Environment at Newcastle Australia Institute of Higher Education (NAIHE). He previously worked at DSO National Laboratories and SUSS, receiving multiple awards including the Design Innovation Award and Teaching Excellence Gold Awards . He holds a PhD and BEng (Honours) from Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Education PhD, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, NTU (2014) BEng (Honours), Electrical & Electronic Engineering, NTU As a researcher, Dr. Kok focuses on ASIC design for power management , robotics , artificial intelligence , and energy harvesting applications . His work bridges IoT and sustainable engineering, with over 50 publications in Q1/Q2 journals and conferences. Notably, he has pioneered innovations in medical device design, urban sustainability, and educational technology. His recent articles highlight trends in sustainable electronics and AI integration across domains. He has received significant recognition, including two Best Paper Awards and substantial research seed funding (over S$260,000). Dr. Kok also contributes to community service as a District Councillor and Grassroots Volunteer in Singapore, and serves on the STEM Industrial Advisory Board and IEEE committees . Scientific Awards Design Innovation Award (Individual), DSO National Laboratories (2018) Teaching Excellence Gold Award, SUSS (2020, 2025) Best Paper Award, 3rd ICESA (2021) Best Paper Award, 6th ICPEE (2024) Dr. Kok’s leadership extends to research grants as Principal Investigator and Co-PI, and to policy advisory roles for Singapore’s Ministry of Education. His interdisciplinary approach combines technical innovation with societal impact, reflected in his roles at People’s Action Party Meet-the-People Sessions and Ang Mo Kio Town Council .
Jean-Philippe Bacher is a Full Professor at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO), specifically affiliated with the Fribourg School of Engineering and Architecture. He serves as a key researcher at the Institute for Applied Research in Energy Systems, where he leads multiple significant research initiatives focused on energy transition and building performance optimization. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in the energy sector, particularly in the context of Switzerland's Energy Strategy 2050. Professor Bacher's research interests span the critical domains of energy transition, energy efficiency and management, Smart Building technologies, and building performance analysis. His expertise extends to photovoltaic systems, energy storage solutions, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and the intersection of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies with building management. He has developed a particular focus on understanding human behavior in built environments and its impact on energy consumption patterns. His work often addresses the complex challenges of district energy systems and innovative approaches to building decarbonization strategies, with numerous publications demonstrating his leadership in these fields. An analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward integrated solutions for energy transition in the built environment. His work increasingly focuses on the convergence of multiple technologies - particularly the combination of BIM, IoT, and virtual reality for facility management, as well as the integration of photovoltaics with hydrogen-based storage systems for seasonal energy balancing. His research demonstrates a methodological shift toward data-driven approaches using machine learning techniques to optimize energy systems at multiple scales, from individual buildings to district-level infrastructure. The consistent theme across his publications is the practical application of research to address Switzerland's and Europe's energy transition challenges, with particular attention to grid stability issues arising from decentralized renewable energy production. EXPOSITION project (2024-2025): Experimentation Platform for Smart Districts focusing on grid stability issues ProRen project (2019-2021): Interventions on existing building stock for large-scale energy optimization Multi-Confort project (2011-2020): Comprehensive approach to workplace comfort considering physiological, psychological, and functional components CityPulse project (2017-2020): Sensor platform for urban quality of life monitoring in Fribourg's BlueFactory district Professor Bacher leads a substantial research team within HES-SO, collaborating with numerous colleagues across multiple disciplines. His work demonstrates strong industry engagement through practical applications of research findings and technology transfer initiatives. He serves as a bridge between academic research and practical implementation in the energy sector, particularly in the context of Switzerland's Energy Strategy 2050 and the challenges of integrating renewable energy sources into existing infrastructure.
Julien Blondeau serves as an Unpaid Guest Professor in the Department of Applied Mechanics within the Faculty of Engineering at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Brussels. His research focuses on sustainable energy systems with particular emphasis on thermodynamics, combustion processes, thermal power plants, and biomass energy conversion. He maintains active collaborations between VUB and ULB through joint doctoral projects and seed funding initiatives. His research interests span Thermodynamics , Combustion Engineering , Biomass Energy Systems , Carbon Capture Technologies , and Urban Energy Transitions . Current work investigates ammonia-hydrogen combustion in gas turbines, forestry biomass energy return on investment, and the development of Positive Energy Districts through multi-objective optimization. His fingerprint analysis reveals strong expertise in gas turbines (56%), hot temperature applications (51%), boilers (48%), and carbon capture (43%). Analysis of his 15 most recent publications shows a clear trajectory toward integrated urban energy solutions, with increasing focus on techno-economic analysis of sustainable transitions. His 2024-2025 work demonstrates particular emphasis on Brussels-specific energy challenges, biomass optimization, and hybrid storage systems under uncertainty. Blondeau actively supervises doctoral candidates including Cyril Freyling through the VUB-ULB joint PhD program. His current research portfolio includes 27 active projects with significant funding from initiatives like SRP98 (Spatio-temporal data-driven modeling), IOF3029 (Huis van Duurzame Transities), and BASGO22 (FLOW research group). He participates in key research networks focused on thermal and fluid dynamic systems, contributing to workshops like the Extreme CFD series and presenting at international conferences on topics ranging from carbon fiber graphitization to flue gas condenser retrofitting. His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical urban sustainability challenges.
Henning Meschede serves as Head Professor of Energy System Technologies (EST) at the University of Paderborn and Chairman of the Competence Center for Sustainable Energy Technology (KET). His research focuses on sustainable materials, processes, and products within integrated energy systems. His primary research interests encompass energy system modeling, industrial decarbonization, and flexible integration of renewable energy sources. Specializing in process heat electrification and thermal energy storage, his work addresses critical challenges in manufacturing sector decarbonization and grid stability through innovative flexibility solutions. Current projects include FlexLabQuartier and HeatTransPlan, targeting urban energy transitions and thermal infrastructure planning. His recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on energy system optimization, with recurring themes in industrial process electrification, wind power integration, and high-temperature heat pump technology. Key journals include Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews and Applied Energy, reflecting his focus on practical sustainable engineering solutions. As an active educator, he teaches courses including Transformationsszenarien von Energiesystemen (Energy System Transformation Scenarios) and Prozessintegration und Abwärmenutzung (Process Integration and Waste Heat Utilization), covering both theoretical frameworks and practical project applications in energy system technology. Based at Pohlweg 47-49 in Paderborn (Room P6.2.073), he maintains active research output with multiple 2025 publications addressing urgent energy transition challenges. His work bridges academic research with practical implementation through the Competence Center for Sustainable Energy Technology.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gernot Schullerus is a W2-Professor for Electrical Drives at the Faculty of Engineering, Reutlingen University, where he has been employed since September 2010. He currently serves as the Collegial Head of the Electronics & Drives Research and Teaching Center since March 2023 and will assume the scientific leadership of the Reutlingen Research Institute starting September 2024. His office is located in Building 2, Room 018, and his office hours are Tuesdays from 8:00 to 9:00 AM. Professor Schullerus completed his doctorate at the University of Karlsruhe (TH) in 2004. His academic and professional journey includes: 2004: PhD (Dr.-Ing.) at University of Karlsruhe (TH) January 2004 - August 2010: Development Engineer, Electronics Development, SEW-EURODRIVE, Bruchsal September 2010 - present: W2-Professor for Electrical Drives, Faculty of Engineering, Reutlingen University March 2023 - present: Collegial Head of the Electronics & Drives Research and Teaching Center September 2024 - present: Collegial Scientific Head of the Reutlingen Research Institute Professor Schullerus specializes in electrical drive technology and power electronics. His research focuses on new motor concepts, particularly harmonically excited synchronous machines, power electronic components for drive applications, and inverters using gallium nitride power switches. He investigates sensorless operation of switched reluctance machines and energy-efficient control of rotating field machines. His work extends to condition monitoring and predictive maintenance in drive systems, with recent emphasis on green hydrogen production and flexible hydrogen logistics. The Reutlingen Research Institute under his leadership explores decentralized energy systems and energy efficiency. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on power electronics innovations, particularly with gallium nitride technology, and applications in energy systems. Key trends include advanced modulation techniques for power converters, optimization of PCB layouts for high-power applications, and the integration of renewable energy with hydrogen production systems. His work bridges theoretical control concepts with practical industrial applications, particularly in drive systems and energy conversion. Professor Schullerus leads the Electronics & Drives research group at Reutlingen University, which is actively involved in multiple research projects. Current projects include CleMoSy (Clean Motor Supply), Trusted Handling (Predictive Maintenance for roller chains), H2FLEX (Flexible Interoperable Hydrogen Logistics), and the Model Region Green Hydrogen: Lighthouse H2-Grid (Networking decentralized hydrogen production and consumption). Previously, he has led projects on modular scalable power electronics based on gallium nitride components, dynamically energy-efficient operation of induction machines, and model-based hierarchical condition monitoring. His laboratory facilities include the Electrical Drives Laboratory and the Laboratory for Control and Drive Technology, where his team focuses on optimal control/regulation and diagnosis of drive and grid converters. The research environment supports both fundamental investigations and applied industrial projects, with strong connections to industry partners in the drive technology sector.
Stefan Sjöberg is an Associate Professor at the University of Gävle, where he serves as research leader for the Urban Commons program within SFO-Sustainable Urban Development. His work bridges sociology, social work, and sustainability studies, with current projects including FAIRTRANS (Fair Transition to a Fossil-Free Society) and Future-Proof Cities (sustainable urban development). Research Interests: Sjöberg's scholarship centers on social dimensions of sustainability, with expertise in: Community-based approaches in marginalized urban areas Transformation of welfare systems under economic pressures Ecosocial frameworks for climate adaptation Collective action models for urban commons Policy mechanisms for equitable decarbonization His research consistently addresses power dynamics in sustainability transitions. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2022-2025) demonstrate three interconnected themes: (1) community-led climate adaptation through urban commons, (2) critical analysis of inequality in welfare systems, and (3) participatory methodologies for social sustainability. This corpus reflects a strong emphasis on applied sociology, blending theoretical rigor with policy-relevant insights for just urban transitions. Collaborative Projects: As WP3 leader in the FAIRTRANS consortium, Sjöberg coordinates research on green negative emission technologies. He also contributes to interdisciplinary teams examining urban resilience in medium-sized Swedish cities, fostering academic-industry-municipal partnerships.
Dr. Muhammad Tayyab is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Forschungszentrum Jülich's Institute of Energy Technologies (IET), working in the Fundamental Electrochemistry (IET-1) department. He holds a PhD in Electrical Networks and Renewable Energy from Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg (2022), with academic degrees also from the same university (MSc in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology) and BUITEMS Pakistan (BSc in Telecommunication Engineering). PhD in Electrical Networks and Renewable Energy (2022) Master's in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology Bachelor's in Telecommunication Engineering His research focuses on energy storage systems , electrochemical technologies , and grid optimization , particularly examining vehicle-to-grid (V2G) systems , sector coupling , and infrastructure planning for electric mobility . His work combines technical modeling with economic and systemic aspects of energy transitions. Key article trends include CO2 electrolyser technologies , microgrid planning , charging infrastructure analysis , and storage optimization across multiple energy sectors. Publications demonstrate methodological expertise in Monte Carlo simulation , uncertainty modeling , and stochastic grid analysis . As part of Forschungszentrum Jülich, he contributes to Germany's energy research landscape through technical assessments of CO2 electrolyser systems and grid-scale battery applications . His academic background in electrical engineering and renewable energy systems provides a strong foundation for cross-disciplinary energy solutions.
Giorgia Adami serves as a Research Fellow at the Department of Naval, Electrical, Electronic and Telecommunications Engineering (DITEN) within the University of Genoa, specializing in maritime decarbonization technologies. Her research centers on alternative marine fuels and propulsion systems, with particular emphasis on methanol-based solutions for shipping. Key focus areas include: Feasibility assessment of alternative-fueled vessels Design optimization for methanol-powered ships Hybrid propulsion system evaluation Decarbonization pathways for bulk carriers Multi-parametric economic and technical analysis Analysis of her 2022-2024 publications reveals a concentrated research trajectory on methanol fuel adoption, addressing technical, economic, and regulatory barriers to sustainable shipping. Her work bridges engineering design with operational feasibility in maritime decarbonization. Available information does not indicate any scientific awards, student supervision activities, or grant funding details. Similarly, no laboratory affiliations or research team structures are documented in the source material.
Karen Clay is the Teresa and H. John Heinz III Professor of Economics and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy, with courtesy appointments at the Tepper School of Business and the Department of Engineering and Public Policy. She serves as a Senior Fellow at the Scott Institute for Energy Innovation and a Research Associate at the National Bureau for Economic Research (NBER). Her work bridges economic history, environmental economics, and public policy, focusing on energy, pollution, and climate change. Education: Ph.D. in Economics from Stanford University; B.A. in Economics and Mathematics from the University of Virginia. Research Interests span economic history , environmental economics , pollution impacts , and energy policy , with a particular emphasis on historical data to understand modern issues like the resource curse and climate change adaptation . Her recent publications examine lead pollution's health effects , decarbonization trends , and energy certification effectiveness . Scientific Awards: Senior Fellow, Scott Institute for Energy Innovation Research Associate, National Bureau for Economic Research (NBER) Associate Editor, Journal of Economic Perspectives Grants from the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, and the Sloan Foundation have funded her work. She has also held leadership editorial roles, including Co-Editor-in-Chief of Explorations in Economic History (2022-2025).
Alberto Comelli is a Full Professor at the Department of Law, Political and International Studies of the University of Parma , where he has been a faculty member since 2003 (Associate Professor) and 2020 (Full Professor). He co-founded the department and leads research on Tax Law , with a focus on Environmental Taxation , European Tax Policy , and Value Added Tax (VAT) . Comelli's research explores intersections between Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence in taxation. He has organized and presented at over 20 international conferences since 2021, including the Global Conference on Environmental Taxation in South Africa and Brazil. His work addresses tax incentives for sustainability , cross-border tax harmonization , and procedural reforms in tax systems. Key Projects : Chair of the 23rd Global Conference on Environmental Taxation (2022) Member of EU Carbon Tax Convention Expert Group (2022) Director of the Network of Research in Tax Law (founded 2008) Coordinator of the Circulecon: Fiscalidad y Economía Circular international working group Leadership Roles : President of the Scientific Committee, Ascheri Academy (2023–present) Editorial Board member, Diritto e Pratica Tributaria (2018–2020) Member of the IBEU (European Tax Institute) Scientific Committee (2020–present) Comelli has contributed to EU policy consultations on VAT invoicing rules (2018), tax fraud prevention (2018), and VAT rate reforms (2017). His scientific award includes the Presea Vis Essendi (2023) from the Ibero-American Lawyers Federation.
Florentine Koppenborg serves as a Researcher at the Department of Environmental and Climate Policy within the School of Politics and Public Policy at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), where she has contributed since October 2017. Her work centers on energy and climate policy transformations with specialized expertise in Japanese political systems, examining critical intersections between technological phase-outs and sustainability governance. Her research program investigates energy transitions through comparative lenses, particularly analyzing nuclear and coal phase-out dynamics in Germany and Japan. Key interests include the evolution of "phase-out" as a bridging concept in sustainability science, climate securitization discourses, and geopolitical implications of energy policy shifts following events like Russia's Ukraine invasion. This work integrates political science, environmental policy, and Japanese studies to address governance challenges in decarbonization. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a methodological emphasis on comparative case studies and discourse analysis, with growing focus on "phase-out clubs" as emerging climate governance tools. Her scholarship consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical studies of Japanese policy evolution, especially regarding post-Fukushima regulatory reforms and energy security dilemmas. Dr. Koppenborg was elected to the board of the VSJF – Association for Social Science Research on Japan in 2022, reflecting her standing in Japanese studies scholarship. She actively mentors students through teaching roles and COP26 delegation leadership, though no formal PhD advisees are documented. As Principal Investigator for the DAAD/JSPS-funded "Governing Sustainability Transitions" project and Co-PI for the "Geopolitics of Renewable Energy" (GeoRE Sim) initiative, she secures significant research funding. Her teaching portfolio spans undergraduate courses like "Climate Politics" and graduate seminars including "Environment and Climate Transformation in the Asia-Pacific," consistently earning high student evaluations. Within TUM's research ecosystem, she contributes to the Nexus@TUM Lab and TUM Water Cluster initiatives, collaborating across disciplines on sustainability challenges. Her leadership of student delegations to international climate negotiations demonstrates commitment to experiential learning and policy engagement.
