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Tianchen Xue is a Researcher in the Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering at Aalto University, focusing on hybrid ground source heat pump systems and district heating integration. Their work emphasizes energy efficiency optimization, thermal storage solutions, and sustainable building design in cold climates. Holding a Doctor of Technology (Tekn. toht.) in Energy Engineering conferred on 24 February 2025, their research addresses challenges in renewable energy systems and building energy management.
Research interests include ground source heat pump systems, district heating optimization, waste heat utilization, and energy flexibility in educational buildings. Their studies explore cost-effective system design, control strategies, and long-term performance analysis of hybrid thermal systems.
Publications (2022–2025) highlight innovation in hybrid heat pump applications, particularly in integrating waste heat from hydrogen production and optimizing control strategies for energy cost reduction. Collaborations involve multidisciplinary teams addressing UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy and climate action.
Academic contributions include a doctoral thesis on hybrid ground source systems and peer-reviewed articles published in journals like Energy and Buildings and Energies. Research frequently emphasizes Finland's energy context and cold-climate building solutions.
