Armin Hafner

Armin Hafner is a Professor at the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at NTNU – Norwegian University of Science and Technology. His research focuses on refrigeration, heat pump technology, and CO2-based systems for supermarkets, industry, and transportation. He specializes in system design, compressor technology, and natural working fluids, with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability through Life Cycle Climate Performance analysis.

Competencies include thermal energy storage, clean cooling/heating solutions, and energy systems optimization. His work integrates technical innovation with environmental impact assessment, contributing to climate-friendly energy solutions.

No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided text, though his research areas suggest significant contributions to sustainable energy technologies. No advised students or detailed publication records are explicitly mentioned here.