Volker Quaschning

Volker Quaschning has been a Professor in the Renewable Energies program at the University of Applied Sciences Berlin (HTW Berlin) since 2004. He leads the Solar Storage Systems research group, focusing on modeling and simulation of renewable energy systems, photovoltaic self-consumption with storage, and energy concepts for sustainable supply.

His research emphasizes the feasibility of solar energy in Germany despite lower annual sunshine compared to southern Europe. He advocates for both short-term (battery storage) and long-term (power-to-gas) energy storage solutions to enable a climate-friendly energy transition. The research group explores thin-film photovoltaics, concentrating solar systems, and energy meteorology, aligning with Germany’s climate protection goals.

Quaschning actively engages in public discourse through media appearances, social media posts (e.g., @volkerquaschning.bsky.social), and online tools for energy calculations. He has authored books like Erneuerbare Energien und Klimaschutz and Regenerative Energiesysteme, and contributes to climate policy debates via podcasts, YouTube videos, and public lectures.

At HTW Berlin, he emphasizes collaborative work toward common goals, highlighting the university’s role in advancing renewable energy research and education. His personal website provides resources on photovoltaics, climate change, and energy transition strategies.