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Organisation profile
Organisation profile
The energy system is undergoing a major transition towards sustainability based on renewable sources such as biomass, wind and sun. This has significant impact on the resources, the demands and the energy systems integration – a prominent example is the expanded supply of intermittent electric power and elimination of fossil fuels. The research and teaching in the field of thermal energy is focused on supporting this transition by optimisation of thermal systems as units for power production, refrigeration, heat pumps, internal combustion engines, fuel cells, and biomass use. We apply numerical modelling of systems and components and develop simulation tools for these. This involves several engineering disciplines and methods. Experimental research includes facilities for performance and emission tests for internal combustion engines, and research on heat transfer in refrigeration, heat pump systems, and power cycles.
Solutions to societal challenges
The focus is currently on advanced topics related to complex polygeneration systems, heat pumps and refrigeration, hydrogen technology, numerical combustion analysis, and thermo-mechanical energy storage technology. Research projects are carried out in collaboration with industry in all areas, e.g. for minimising emissions from combustion engines for marine propulsion.
Work on research related to heat pumps and power production based on low-temperature heat sources is related to design of cycles, working fluids, and components.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 14 Life Below Water
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Profiles
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5th High-temperature Heat Pump Symposium: Book of Presentations
Zühlsdorf, B. (Editor), Nekså, P. (Editor) & Jensen, J. K. (Editor), 2026, DTU Mechanical Engineering. 1455 p.Research output: Book/Report › Book › Research › peer-review
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Adjoint-based shape optimization of variable-geometry reversible turbomachinery for pumped-thermal energy storage
Parisi, S., Agromayor, R., Cappiello, A., Pini, M. & Haglind, F., 2026, (Submitted) In: Computers & Fluids. 34 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Journal article › Research › peer-review
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Advanced AI technique for optimizing the operation strategy of an industrial heat pump coupled with thermal energy storage
Sadi, M. & Arabkoohsar, A., 2026, In: Journal of Energy Storage. 146, 18 p., 119877.Research output: Contribution to journal › Journal article › Research › peer-review
Open AccessFile92 Downloads (Orbit)
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SOLCAP: An Innovative Passive Solar-Driven Solution for Direct Air Capture and Upgrading
Arabkoohsar, A. (PI), Tang, X. (PI), [email protected], A. (Project Participant) & Weinberger, P. (Project Participant)
01/09/2026 → 31/08/2028
Project: Research
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AI4GLS: AI for Industrial Sustainability at GreenLab Skive
Arabkoohsar, A. (PI) & Rahbari, H. (PI)
01/08/2026 → 30/06/2028
Project: Research
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The AI Controlled Engine - Closed LoopCombustion Control
Cunha e Costa Santos Reis, F. (PhD Student), Johansson, B. H. (Main Supervisor), Erlandsson, A. C. (Supervisor) & Ivarsson, A. (Supervisor)
01/01/2026 → 31/12/2028
Project: PhD
Activities
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Applications of the analytical solution to optimal heat pump integration
Walden, J. (Guest lecturer), Padullés I Solé, R. (Guest lecturer) & Jensen, J. K. (Guest lecturer)
21 Jan 2026Activity: Talks and presentations › Conference presentations
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Electrifying Breweries with Heat Pumps: From Integration Options to Investment Decisions
Padullés I Solé, R. (Guest lecturer), Walden, J. (Other), Andersen, M. P. (Other) & Jensen, J. K. (Other)
21 Jan 2026 → 22 Jan 2026Activity: Talks and presentations › Conference presentations
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Steam Cogeneration Heat Pumps for the Food, Dairy and Meat Industries
Walmsley, T. G. (Speaker), Walden, J. (Other), Ong, B. (Other), Hall, K. (Other), Lincoln, B. (Other), Schlosser, F. (Other), Padullés I Solé, R. (Other), Hoang, D. (Other), Walmsley, M. (Other) & Arpagaus, C. (Other)
26 Jan 2026Activity: Talks and presentations › Conference presentations
Prizes
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3rd prize winner at Grøn Dyst (Green Challenge) 2016 in the category "Master thesis idea"
Pieper, H. (Recipient), 24 Jun 2016
Prize: Prizes, scholarships, distinctions
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Award for research excellence in district heating and cooling
Zühlsdorf, B. (Recipient), Riis Christiansen, A. (Recipient), Müller Holm, F. (Recipient), Funder-Kristensen, T. (Recipient) & Elmegaard, B. (Recipient), Sept 2018
Prize: Prizes, scholarships, distinctions
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Best paper award at 13th Conference on Sustainable Development of Energy, Water and Environment Systems - SDEWES Conference
Pieper, H. (Recipient), 1 Oct 2018
Prize: Prizes, scholarships, distinctions
Press/Media
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Interview with Newspaper on High-Temperature Direct Electric Heating in Industry
20/08/2026
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Press / Media
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The European Correspondent Interview: 800°C sand to decarbonise European industry
31/03/2026
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Press / Media