Uli Jakob

Prof. Uli Jakob is an Adjunct Professor at the Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences, within the Faculty of Architecture and Design, specializing in Building Technology and Renewable Energies. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Thermodynamics from De Montfort University, Leicester, UK (2000-2005). His professional roles include serving as Managing Director of SOLEM Consulting and the Green Chiller Association, and as a partner in Dr. Jakob energy research GmbH & Co. KG. He has led numerous European and international projects, focusing on renewable energy integration, sustainable building technologies, and innovative cooling systems.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Applied Thermodynamics, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK (2000-2005)
• Dipl.-Ing.(FH) in Building Physics, Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences

Research Interests: Prof. Jakob’s work centers on sustainable building technologies, renewable energy systems, and advanced cooling solutions. His projects emphasize solar thermal integration, energy-efficient HVAC systems, and thermally-driven industrial cooling. Key areas include regenerative energy storage systems (e.g., SorpTES), building energy efficiency (BEEN), and renewable cooling strategies (COOLING DOWN).

Projects & Contributions:

• Lead roles in EU-funded initiatives: REEMAIN, INNOVEAS, HyCool, and LevelUP
• Developed innovative solar HVAC systems (sol.e.h2) and hybrid heat pumps (HyCool)
• Promoted energy transition through projects like POLYCITY (urban energy networks) and LOCAL GoGREEN (local authority capacity building)

Advisory & Industry: As a consultant and executive, he advises on renewable energy policies, industrial process optimization, and sustainable construction practices. His work bridges academia and industry through research partnerships and startups.

Labs & Teams: Involved in research at the Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences and collaborates with institutions globally through projects like SorpTES and REGEN-BY-2.