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Energy Systems (ENSYS)

The division of Energy Systems is carrying out research in the field of energy with the aim to increase understanding of the relationship between energy use and energy supply in sectors as buildings and industries.

The division of Energy Systems was established in 1980 and has since then worked to develop sustainable energy systems. We study the entire field from conversion and distribution to final use of energy. The research activities are divided in two areas:

  • Sustainable built environment 
  • Industrial energy systems

The division conducts research, not only in the area of purely technical measures, but also to propose theories for strategic decision and management systems that are crucial for the continuous efforts to improve efficiency and that the proper measures are implemented. Measures taken in industry, in buildings and the built environment affect resource efficiency on all system levels. The research therefore also includes the interaction between the society (such as cities and regions) level and efficiency measures in industry and built environment. We also educate and retrain bachelors, masters, licentiates and doctors with broad expertise in the energy sector.
  

We are working closely with industry and the public sector. The division of Energy Systems has so far published 51 academic theses and several hundred scientific articles in international journals.

Research

The Division of Energy Systems conducts research from a systems perspective with an interdisciplinary approach. This means that the focus is not only on developing technical solutions but also on understanding decision-making processes within industry and the public sector. The research is carried out in close collaboration with stakeholders from various sectors and in partnership with leading researchers and research groups. In certain areas, the division's research is at the absolute forefront, even on an international level. For potential collaborations, you can contact the researchers directly or reach out to the contact persons listed further down on the website for assistance.
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Carbon dioxide capture in the transition toward a carbon-neutral university

Researchers at LiU are working to develop a new method for capturing carbon dioxide in buildings. By integrating Direct Air Capture into ventilation systems, we can reduce climate emissions and generate profit by selling the captured CO₂.
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Excellent energy management using AI - XEMAI

The project aims to enhance digitalisation within the manufacturing industry to improve energy efficiency and achieve sustainability.
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Small-scale aquaculture with energy-smart solutions for resource-efficient food production

The project develops a resource-efficient and energy-smart modular system for small and medium-sized land-based aquaculture.

Doctoral studies

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Graduate School in Energy Systems

Graduate School in Energy Systems purpose is to increase understanding of how energy system depends on the interaction between technology and society's regulatory framework, policy development and operators interests and behavior.
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Doctoral studies in Sustainable System Analysis

Sustainable System Analysis incorporates the subjects Energy Systems, and Environmental Technology and Management. We analyse questions from an energy and/or environmental point of view by applying a system perspective on sustainable development.

News

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"Solving a technical challenge is what drives me"

Uppsala or Linköping? Vlatko Milic chose LiU 14 years ago. Staying on after his studies, doing a PhD and being employed as a researcher was not an obvious path. Now, he has started a research project that could increase Swedish resilience.
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Research at IEI holds a high standard

Stanford University has recently released an updated list of the top two percent most cited researchers globally, and it is gratifying to note that once again, several distinguished researchers from IEI are represented on the list.

Contact

Head of Division

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Patrik Thollander

Professor, Head of Division

Director of Studies

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Magnus Wallén

Senior Associate Professor

General Information and Contact for Students

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Elisabeth Larsson

Coordinator

Staff

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Maria Andersson
Associate Professor
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Mariana Andrei
Assistant Professor
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Bruna Maria Xavier
PhD student
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Danica Djuric Ilic
Associate Professor
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Christoffer Hahn
PhD student
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Maria Johansson
Senior Associate Professor
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Simon Johnsson
Research Engineer
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Björn Karlsson
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Carla Khayat
PhD student
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Linus Kåge
PhD student
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Viktor Könemann
PhD student
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Lina La Fleur
Postdoc
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Emma Lindkvist
Assistant Professor
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Vlatko Milic
Assistant Professor
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Bahram Moshfegh
Professor Emeritus
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Pardis Niknafs
PhD student
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Lena Nordenstam
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Edward Prichard
PhD student
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Patrik Rohdin
Senior Associate Professor
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Mikael Säberg
PhD student
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Patrik Thollander
Professor, Head of Division
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Christoffer Wadström
Assistant Professor
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Magnus Wallén
Senior Associate Professor
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Louise Ödlund
Head of Department, Professor

Address

Visiting Address

Division of Energy Systems
Hans Meijers väg
A Building, entrance 13-19, Campus Valla

Postal Address

Linköping University
Department of Management and Engineering
Division of Energy Systems
581 83 Linköping
Sweden

Organisation

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