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Photovoltaics in peatlands

Moor-PV combines the rewetting of degraded moorland with the use of ground-mounted photovoltaic systems, thus creating synergies for climate protection and renewable energy generation.

Heat from Wasser

Water heat pumps use rivers, lakes and oceans for climate-neutral district heating. In view of growing cities, rising energy prices and ambitious climate targets, they are an important component of the heating transition.

Robotics, Automation, and AI

Technological progress in robotics and AI marks the beginning of a new era in the construction industry. Investing in modern automation solutions lays the foundation for more resource-efficient, safer and more productive construction methods.

Driving Forces of the Energy Transition

The digitalization and automation of the energy sector are essential to the success of the energy transition. From AI-supported smart grids and advanced storage systems to robots for maintenance work - the technologies of the future are already in use today.

Market Trends in CCUS

CCUS has the potential to serve not only as a bridging technology, but as a long-term solution for climate protection. Recent progress in investment, political support and technological innovation has created a solid foundation.

Equipment-as-a-Service (EaaS): A Groundbreaking Business Model

EaaS is increasingly developing into a forward-looking business model in the capital goods market that offers both companies and customers significant benefits. Digitalization and the focus on sustainability are driving this development.

Swappable Batteries

The market share of electric cars in Germany and the EU has declined, which in Germany is mainly due to the discontinuation of purchase premiums and the high purchase costs of electric vehicles.

Green hydrogen faces a water problem

Around nine liters of water are needed to produce one kilogram of green hydrogen, and as much as 12 to 19 liters for one kilogram of blue hydrogen.

What does sustainability mean in battery production?

Die zunehmende Nachfrage nach Batterien, insbesondere für Elektrofahrzeuge und erneuerbare Energiesysteme, hat zu einem steigenden Bedarf an kritischen Metallen wie Lithium, Kobalt, Nickel und Mangan geführt.

Elastocaloric Heating and Cooling

Elastokalorische Systeme stellen einen Fortschritt in der Wärme- und Kältetechnik dar. Anstelle von Kühlmitteln verwenden sie Formgedächtnismaterialien, die sich durch mechanische Verformung erwärmen oder abkühlen.