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Vita
Stefan Holler is Professor of Energy and Environmental Engineering and Environmental Management at the HAWK University of Applied Sciences and Arts Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen, located on the Göttingen campus. He is responsible for the Department of Sustainable Energy and Environmental Technology (NEUTec) at the Faculty of Resource Management and is a spokesperson for the Green Engineering and Ecosystems research focus area. His research interests lie in the field of sustainable energy and environmental technology, in particular the transformation of energy systems with a focus on climate-neutral heat supply.
Prof. Holler has many years of experience in the management of nationally and internationally funded research projects. His scientific contributions include numerous publications in renowned journals and conferences (ORCID).
Prof. Holler is active in national and international networks and committees on sustainable heat supply, is involved in the Göttingen Climate Council and, as a member of North German Heat Research, promotes the networking of science, industry and politics on the heat transition. He is Vice President of the European DHC+ platform, where he is helping to shape the transformation of heating networks at European level.
Prof. Holler is a proven expert who, through his interdisciplinary work and commitment, contributes to the development of sustainable energy systems and promotes the transfer of knowledge between science, business and politics.
About the Research Group NEUTec
The research group NEUTec “Sustainable Energy and Environmental Technology" is dedicated to applied research and development in the fields of energy technology, process engineering, waste management, and environmental technology. The group’s research activities are centered on increasing the efficiency of energy supply systems and advancing the decarbonisation of district heating systems through the integration of renewable energy sources. Further focal points include the optimisation and integration of thermal energy storage systems as well as the modelling and simulation of district heating networks.
In addition, the group undertakes research aimed at improving biogas technologies and investigates solid biofuels alongside thermal processes such as pyrolysis and hydrothermal carbonisation. Life cycle analyses are conducted to assess environmental impacts, accompanied by research on sustainability and strategies for energy and climate protection management. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, NEUTec aims to develop innovative solutions that contribute to a sustainable and resource-efficient energy future.
Our Research projects
In the HAWK energy team, we are researching forward-looking solutions for a sustainable transformation of the energy system. Our projects are located in the research field of decentralized energy supply, sector coupling, integration of renewable energies and the use and integration of waste heat. Together, we develop and test concepts for optimizing energy flows, linking different energy sectors, intelligently controlling modern energy systems and efficiently using waste heat in various applications.
Close cooperation with national and international project partners from industry and science is an important part of our work. This interdisciplinary exchange enables us to develop practical and innovative solutions that meet both scientific and social requirements. With our projects, we make an important contribution to increasing the share of renewable energies, improving energy efficiency and implementing sustainable, climate-friendly supply solutions. Our aim is to play an active role in shaping the transition to a sustainable energy supply.
Our latest research projects are listed on the German website.
Publications
A full list of publications you can find at ORCID or on the German version of the website.
Here are some videos from past activities:
- REWARDHeat Serious Game (Video)
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Internationale DHC+ Summer School 2022 (Video)