Rutger Schlatmann

Prof. Rutger Schlatmann is a Professor at HTW Berlin and Head of the Solar Energy Division at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin (HZB). He leads strategic initiatives in photovoltaic technologies through roles like Chair of the European Technology and Innovation Platform for Photovoltaics (ETIP PV), focusing on advancing solar energy innovation and European industrial resilience. His research emphasizes next-generation solar cell materials, including perovskite-based tandem systems and hydrogen storage technologies.

He holds a central role in fostering international collaborations, such as the Memorandum of Understanding between HZB and the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy to establish a Joint Research Lab addressing Ukraine’s energy-climate integration with the EU. His work bridges academia and industry, with contributions to solar cell efficiency, stability, and sustainable energy systems.

Key research themes include perovskite solar cells, tandem architectures, and hydrogen technologies. Recent studies focus on material stability, laser patterning optimization, and catalyst development for hydrogen pumps. He actively promotes the European photovoltaic sector through policy advocacy and interdisciplinary partnerships.