Fraunhofer IEE

The Fraunhofer Institute for Energy Economics and Energy System Technology (IEE), based in Kassel, North Hesse, is a leading research institution of the Fraunhofer Society. The institute focuses on the transformation of energy systems and develops innovative solutions for technical and economic challenges in the energy sector.

The Fraunhofer IEE offers a comprehensive portfolio of services, expertise, and products aimed at customers and partners in the fields of energy supply, grid operation, power electronics, energy informatics, wind energy, photovoltaics, bioenergy, and investment. The main business areas include:

• Energy Economic Analyses and Consulting: Expert consulting and analyses for optimizing energy economics.
• Energy Meteorological Information Systems: Development of systems for forecasting and optimizing energy generation from renewable sources.
• Digital Portfolio Management: Innovative solutions for managing energy portfolios.
• Grid Planning and Operation: Technologies and strategies to ensure grid stability and efficiency.
• Power Electronics and Electric Drive Systems: Research and development of power electronic components for future energy systems.
• Hardware-in-the-loop Systems: Testing and validation systems for energy technology applications.
• Measurement and Testing Services: Precise measurement and testing services for the energy industry[3][4][5].

The main mission of the Fraunhofer IEE is to drive the transformation of energy systems to reduce the costs of using renewable energies, ensure supply security despite volatile generation, and maintain high levels of grid stability. The institute aims to lead the energy transition to economic success and relies on a holistic, systemic approach that integrates all relevant disciplines[2][3][5].

The Fraunhofer IEE is engaged in numerous sustainability initiatives and research projects aimed at supporting the energy transition and promoting sustainable energy supply. Some key initiatives include:

• Energy Islands: Research on offshore energy islands that enable large-scale production of green hydrogen and efficient use of offshore wind energy.
• Curative System Management: Development of new approaches for system management to better utilize existing grid infrastructure and connect more renewable facilities.
• Digitalization of the Energy Sector: Promoting digitalization in the energy sector to enable new business models and efficient energy distribution[3][5].

The Fraunhofer IEE employs around 450 scientists, staff, and students and generates approximately 24 million euros annually. The institute has modern laboratories and testing facilities, including a large technical center and several specialized laboratories at its new location in Kassel. The close networking with the scientific community and industry partners enables the Fraunhofer IEE to develop innovative solutions in close collaboration[3].

Thus, the Fraunhofer IEE is a central player in research and development for a sustainable and future-proof energy supply, and it significantly contributes to the successful implementation of the energy transition.

• 1 - https://www.iee.fraunhofer.de/de/anwendungsfelder.html
• 2 - https://www.iee.fraunhofer.de/de/institut.html
• 3 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fraunhofer-Institut_f%C3%BCr_Energiewirtschaft_und_Energiesystemtechnik
• 4 - https://betterspace360.com/partner/fraunhofer-iee/
• 5 - https://www.fvee.de/mitglied/fraunhofer-iee/