International Energy Competence Network (IECN)

The IECN is a global network of centres of excellence at universities and research institutions dedicated to sustainable and renewable energy. Collaboration between researchers from different countries and disciplines generates new impetus for research, teaching and technology transfer.

Introduction & Partners

Objectives of the IECN

The IECN aims to

  • facilitate the international exchange of information, knowledge, and professionals,
  • identify common research interests,
  • jointly develop and carry out research projects,
  • share best practices in implementing sustainable energy solutions,
  • and to benefit from the experiences, challenges, and solutions of the individual partners.
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Research expertise

The IECN's partners possess extensive expertise in the following research areas:

  • Energy strategies
  • Energy economics
  • Energy systems using renewable energy sources:
    • Photovoltaics
    • Wind energy
    • Biomass
    • Geothermal
  • Energy distribution:
    • Smart Grids
    • Off-grid systems
  • Energy storage systems

Members

Contact

Professor Dr. Walter Commerell
Professor
Faculty Production Engineering and Production Economics
+49 731 96537-375
Walter.Commerell(at)thu.de
W3403
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Professor Dr. Marc-Oliver Otto
Professor
Faculty Mathematics, Natural and Economic Sciences
+49 731 96537-552
Marc-Oliver.Otto(at)thu.de
A101
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