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The Energy Systems Sector is part of the ISAAC institute and operates at both local and international levels, continuously fostering innovation and technological development. The team, composed of experts from diverse disciplines and nationalities, works closely with Swiss polytechnics (ETH Zurich and EPFL) and other significant institutions, both national and international. Noteworthy collaborations include NCCR Automation, a national competence center exploring new approaches for controlling complex automated systems, and the IEA Annex 82 project, focused on energy-flexible buildings for resilient, low-carbon energy systems.

The sector’s primary goal is achieving the 2050 Energy Strategy, which aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. Activities focus on integrating renewable energies into grids, particularly the electrical grid, and supporting the electrification of key sectors such as mobility and heating. Additionally, the sector is dedicated to developing energy communities, promoting a shared and sustainable use of resources locally, thereby contributing significantly to the country's energy transition.

Collaboration with industry and the public sector, particularly with electric utility companies, is essential for developing practical and applicable solutions. Furthermore, the sector actively works with policymakers, contributing to the definition of sustainable energy policies that support the energy transition.

Among its most significant achievements is the founding of Hive Power, an innovative startup offering advanced technologies for optimized management of decentralized energy networks. The sector has also won two Watt d'Or awards from the Swiss Federal Office of Energy, prestigious recognitions for its excellence in energy innovation.

Our mission

• Accelerate the transition to reliable and environmentally sustainable energy systems

• Facilitate their implementation in the built environment

• Promote the transfer of knowledge to industry, professionals and new generations

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