Pioneering Sustainable Energy Solutions through Thermoelectric Innovation

In direct alignment with the European Green Deal and the EU Action Plans on Critical Raw Materials and the Circular Economy, SUSTENET is dedicated to the sustainable evolution of renewable energy ecosystems. Our mission centres on the advancement of Thermoelectric (TE) technology—a versatile, emission-free solution that converts waste heat directly into electrical energy and provides high-efficiency thermal management for cooling and hybrid applications.

While TE technology holds transformative potential for a decarbonized society, a robust, integrated supply chain is essential to move these solutions from the laboratory to the global market. SUSTENET bridges this gap by fostering a collaborative, interdisciplinary network that connects academic research with industrial leadership.

Our Strategic Focus

To ensure maximum impact and research excellence, our work is organized across four interconnected pillars:

• Scaling through Intelligence: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to optimize material discovery and system efficiency.

• Real-World Application: Developing robust use cases that prove the viability of TE systems in diverse environments.

• Supply Chain Resilience: Building the business frameworks and industrial partnerships necessary for widespread adoption.

• Future Talent & Outreach: Cultivating the next generation of experts through specialized training schools, workshops, and extensive knowledge transfer.

Working Group 1: Scaling Sustainability through Artificial Intelligence

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to accelerate material discovery and optimize system performance, ensuring thermoelectric solutions are both efficient and scalable.

Leader : Prof Ole Martin Løvvik

Working Group 2: Applications and User Cases

Bridging the gap between research and industry by validating thermoelectric technology in real-world scenarios and identifying high-impact commercial use cases.

Leader : Prof Kornelius Nielsch

Working Group 3: Business Development and Supply Chain

This WG focuses on creating eco-friendly TE solutions using abundant, affordable, and non-toxic materials to overcome the barriers to large-scale implementation.

Leader : Dr Hao Yin

Working Group 4: Dissemination, Communication and Training

Maximizing project impact through strategic outreach, knowledge transfer, and specialized training schools to empower the next generation of energy experts.

Leader : Mr Bruno Vicenzi

Express your interest to join any of the working groups by applying below on the e-COST website. Please note that it is required to have an e-COST profile to submit your application. If needed, create it first.

Candidates will be screened concerning their relevance for the Working Group(s) selected and other criteria; Acceptance will have to be ratified by the Action’s Core Group of the Management Committee.

Branding Kit

Here is a package (Zip file,  33 MB), containing:

  • SUSTENET logo versions
  • SUSTENET branding rules
  • COST logo versions and branding rules for disclaimers
  • EU logo for disclaimers

Intended to be used by anyone creating and distributing documents and files related with the SUSTENET Action, and mentioning SUSTENET, COST and EU for financial and practical support.

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