Johan Verbiest

Johan Verbiest is a full-time Lecturer and Head of the Testing Laboratory for Building Technology at the Lucerne School of Engineering and Architecture (HSLU), part of the Center for Integrated Building Technology (ZIG) in Horw, Switzerland. He specializes in energy-efficient building systems and interdisciplinary approaches to building technology. His professional roles include leadership in academia, industry, and consulting.

Education:

• Ingenieurstudium Elektrotechnik, KaHo Gent (Belgium)
• Graduat: Computer-Technologie (1997)
• Industrial Engineer: Telematik (1999)

Research Interests: Focuses on energy-efficient building systems, hybrid ventilation, thermal comfort in public transport, and cross-disciplinary building technology solutions. His work integrates building automation, HVAC systems, and sustainable design principles.

Professional Experience:

• 2022–present: Head of Testing Laboratory, HSLU
• 2019–today: Managing Partner, Fluxiun GmbH (Consulting, Mediation, Controls)
• 2010–2018: CIO & Head of Building Technology, Renggli AG
• 1999–2007: Siemens Building Technologies (Development & Project Leadership)

Labs & Teams: Directs the Testing Laboratory for Building Technology within the ZIG, focusing on applied research in energy efficiency and building systems.