Bjorn Sturmberg

Bjorn Sturmberg is a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Engineering, Australian National University (ANU), specializing in renewable energy systems and grid integration. He holds a PhD from the University of Sydney and focuses on battery storage, electric vehicles, photovoltaics, and energy policy. His research addresses sustainability challenges in Australia and global contexts.

Key research interests include renewable energy deployment impacts, hydrogen production optimization, grid reliability, and prosumer-driven energy systems. He has collaborated on projects like the Southcoast-grid Reliability Feasibility (SRF) and Next Generation Electric Bus Depot initiatives.

Sturmberg has authored influential papers on offshore renewable energy feasibility, socio-economic impacts of energy transitions, and hydrogen production variability. His work integrates technical innovation with policy advocacy, evidenced by contributions to Australia’s Climate Change Authority submissions. He leads or co-investigates seven projects funded between 2019-2024, focusing on microgrids, decarbonization finance, and energy equity for renters.