Apr 01, 2025

NETWORK STUDIO “ENERGY SYSTEMS” for energy research at TU Dresden

Teilnehmende des NETZWERKSTUDIOs „Energy Systems“ an den Thementischen

On March 24, the NETWORK STUDIO "Energy Systems" took place in the Dülfersaal at TU Dresden. The aim of the meeting was to strengthen the connection between energy research and the university's sustainability strategy, and to further develop the emerging field "Energy Systems".

The event began with welcoming remarks from Vice-Rector Research, Prof. Angela Rösen-Wolff, who emphasized the importance of such events for substantial professional exchange and interdisciplinary cooperation. "Developing the Emerging Field “Energy Systems” is a complex challenge that we can only bring together by combining our diverse expertise," she pointed out.

In a keynote presentation, PD Stephan Schlegel outlined the roadmap and initial research focuses and interfaces that are crucial for a secure and resilient energy supply in the future.

In intensive group discussions, professors and scientific staff from various disciplines—including engineering sciences, construction and environmental sciences, humanities and social sciences, and mathematics and natural sciences—discussed the topics of sector coupling, energy and data networks, and interfaces. These sessions were moderated by Prof. Christiane Thomas, Prof. Antonio Hurtado, Prof. Peter Schegner, Prof. Clemens Felsmann, Prof. Uwe Aßmann, and Prof. Pascal Kerschke.

The NETWORK STUDIO concluded by summarizing key themes and initial project ideas. It became clear that, alongside technical challenges, political, economic, and societal aspects are essential for the successful transition to sustainable energy systems.