Odne Stokke Burheim

Odne Stokke Burheim is a Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in the Department of Energy and Process Engineering. He specializes in energy storage systems, batteries, and thermal management, with a strong focus on applied research in battery design, recycling, and materials science. His work bridges experimental and numerical methods, addressing challenges in energy storage technologies such as flow cells and cold-climate battery performance.

Research Projects:

• Leading the ENERSENSE research center and projects like NorGiBAtF and Key-TechNeVeChiNO, totaling over €11 million in funding.
• International collaboration with institutions in the UK, Canada, and China, including a major project on wireless inductive charging for electric buses.

Expertise & Leadership:

• Managed the Sustainable Energy System Research Group (40+ employees) and directed NTNU's Bachelor of Renewable Energy program (2017–2021).
• Authored over 110 peer-reviewed papers, 20 book chapters, and the textbook Engineering Energy Storage.
• Supervised 6 postdocs and 22 PhD students, emphasizing interdisciplinary research and global impact.

Research Focus: Innovations in high-power inductive charging, battery degradation under cold climates, and sustainable energy systems. His work aims to enhance energy efficiency in transportation and storage, reducing reliance on fossil fuels through advanced technologies like hydrogen and electrochemical systems.