Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI
The Department of Energy Technology and Energy Systems (until 2024: Competence Center Energy Technology and Energy Systems) contributes towards developing new technologies for a sustainable energy system. The efficient use of energy is a key strategy to satisfy energy demand in an environment- and resource-saving way.
The rational use of energy can contribute to strengthening the competitive position of industrial locations and the export-oriented capital goods industry. In the coming decades, great market opportunities for energy services will open up in domestic and international markets.
We design and evaluate instruments for a more rapid development and diffusion of sustainable, innovative energy technologies as well as strategies for research and development.
Our analytical work on the impacts of an increased utilization of energy-efficient and renewable technologies on employment, income, the economic structure and the environment help decision-makers in the practical design of effective policy instruments.
In addition, we advise our national and international clients from the public and private sector on the introduction of future-oriented technological, economic and institutional innovations.
Our analyses are based on a broad range of methods, in particular detailed modelling of the transformation of the energy system.
Fraunhofer ISI is a key player concerning the transformation of the energy system due to its broad network of partners and its cooperations within the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft.
- Global Atlas of H2 Potential: How will the international hydrogen economy develop in the future?
- Electric trucks: How many fast-charging locations are needed in Europe?
- Wie kann ein flexibler Energiebezug zur Transformation der Industrie beitragen?
- Zero-emission trucks: Declining costs imply fast market diffusion
- Electric trucks: What has to be considered for the nationwide expansion of fast-charging locations?
- Charging infrastructure for e-vehicles: What potential do apartment houses and non-residential buildings have?
- Hydrogen: Which import strategy for Germany?