Energy and Sustainable Building
Climate change, the end of fossil raw material supply and the phasing out of nuclear power are strengthening the importance of alternative energy sources and an industry that acts sustainably. In order to develop concrete and feasible solutions for industry and government institutions that minimise CO2 emissions and reduce energy costs, the Faculties of Civil Engineering and Energy Technology at FH Aachen are working on the future topics of solar or wind energy, biogas and bioresource management, sustainable energy systems and sustainable building in three institutes and one competence platform. FH Aachen is also involved in the development of the Brainergy Park Jülich business park, which focuses on the topics of "new energies" and "energy transition".
Institute for Building Materials and Structures (IBB)
The Institute for Building Materials and Structures (IBB) conducts application-oriented research and development in the fields of steel, composite and lightweight construction, concrete construction, timber construction as well as structural design and building technology. One focus of research is sustainable, energy-efficient construction.
Solar Institute Jülich (SIJ)
The Solar Institute Jülich (SIJ) develops application-oriented, technical solutions in the fields of regenerative and efficient energy use with a focus on solar thermal systems, energy storage, efficient building and plant technology and intelligent energy supply systems.
Institute NOWUM-Energy
The Institute NOWUM-Energy researches and develops concepts, processes and technologies on the topics of sustainable energy systems as well as bioenergy and bioresource management. Furthermore, NOWUM supports companies, cities and municipalities in making their energy production and supply more environmentally friendly and in increasing their energy efficiency.