Upcoming events

Lunch talk series IV: Integration of wind power in the energy system with different energy vectors

Wind power currently accounts for 20% of electricity generation in Europe and could rise to 50% by 2050. However, wind energy poses challenges for the energy system due to its intermittent nature, fluctuating from seconds to annual variations. Barton Chen from Empa will provide insights into the dynamics of wind power and its integration into the energy system using different vectors such as electricity, hydrogen and synthetic fuels.

Date
Time
Venue

Monday, 15 April 2024
12:00 – 12:45 (20-30 minutes presentation + 15 minutes Q&A)
https://ethz.zoom.us/j/69728304277

Lunch talk series IV: Optimising the benefits of PV on buildings

Photovoltaic (PV) installations on buildings play a crucial role in Switzerland’s efforts to meet decarbonisation targets. However, most studies on PV system design prioritise economic factors and overlook the impact of angle-dependent PV generation, grid carbon intensity and export restrictions on the carbon mitigation potential during operation. Natasa Vulic from Empa will talk about the cost- and emission-optimised orientation and sizing of PV systems for buildings, taking into account the hourly grid carbon intensity and curtailment measures.

Date
Time
Venue

Friday, 28 June 2024
12:00 – 12:45 (20-30 minutes presentation + 15 minutes Q&A)
https://ethz.zoom.us/j/69556143053

Lunch talk series IV: Exploring EV charging patterns, flexibility potential and grid impacts

Driven by global sustainability goals and technological advancements, electric vehicle (EV) adoption is increasing. This necessitates a deeper understanding of EV charging behaviours, their flexibility potentials, and the consequential impacts on the electrical grid. Federica Bellizio from Empa, along with Siobhan Powell and Parajeles Herrera from ETH Zurich, will jointly provide an overview of these aspects.

Date
Time
Venue

Wednesday, 25 September 2024
12:00 – 12:45 (20-30 minutes presentation + 15 minutes Q&A)
https://ethz.zoom.us/j/64680857200