
Energy research at the UFZ
However, complex interactions between the natural and social environments also give rise to obstacles, conflicts of objectives and new types of environmental risks. The implementation of transformation in such a framework is a challenge that can only be overcome through the interaction of innovative technologies, comprehensive understanding of their effects, and further development of policy options and regulatory instruments.
Accordingly, three types of research contributions are required:
- Technical innovations that enable a more environmentally sound energy supply and more energy-efficient production processes,
- Analysis of options for integrated provision of renewable energy within concrete environmental and living conditions,
- Development of regulatory and management approaches for reduction of energy use and sustainable energy provision based on renewable energy.
This research at the UFZ focuses on the following areas:
Bioenergy concepts and new biogas processes
Development of biotechnological processes for the production of materials and energy carriers
Assessment approaches for the material-energetic use of renewable resources
Spatial effects of renewable energy
Modelling of integrated land use systems
Environmental energy law
Governance approaches
Bio-artificial photosynthesis for hydrogen production
Geothermal energy
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Energy system
Source: D. Wolst / UFZ
Research on economic, legal and social frameworks of the energy system.
Biotechnology
Source: Künzelmann/UFZ
Research on biotechnological fundamentals and their applications.