Sune Thorsteinsson

Sune Thorsteinsson serves as Project Manager at the Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in Solar Photovoltaic Systems. Based at DTU's Roskilde campus, Thorsteinsson leads research initiatives focused on advancing photovoltaic technologies with practical building applications and energy system integration.

Research Expertise

Thorsteinsson's research portfolio demonstrates deep expertise in building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), with significant contributions spanning structural colored interlayers, thermal behavior analysis of solar façades, and comprehensive performance evaluation methodologies. Their work bridges materials science, electrical engineering, and architectural integration to address real-world challenges in solar energy deployment.

Recent research shows a clear trajectory toward optimizing both aesthetic and functional aspects of photovoltaic systems, particularly through colored PV technologies and reliability assessment frameworks. The research emphasizes practical implementation considerations while maintaining rigorous scientific evaluation standards.

Awards and Recognition

• Best Poster Award at 44th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference (2017)
• Best Student Paper at IEEE PVSC 2021 on Spectral Albedo in Bifacial Photovoltaic Modeling
• Poster Award at 35th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (2018)
• Multiple Poster Prizes at Sustain conferences (2017-2018)

Academic Leadership

As Main Supervisor for multiple PhD projects including 'Edge Passivation and Advanced Metallization of Solar Cells' and 'Performance and reliability assessment of coloured building-integrated photovoltaics,' Thorsteinsson plays a pivotal role in developing next-generation photovoltaic technologies. Current projects extend through 2027, demonstrating sustained research leadership in the field.

Thorsteinsson also contributes to the International Energy Agency - Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (2021-2023) and maintains active collaboration networks across European photovoltaic research institutions, focusing particularly on drone-based inspection systems and building-integrated solar solutions.