Energy Efficiency (Supply and Demand Side)

Certificate Course - Energy Engineering - EE.5.4.I26

Date Nov 2-3, 2027
Duration 2 days
Location On campus - Karlsruhe
Language English
ECTS Upon request
Cost 1,500 €
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Course prerequisites - Basic knowledge in Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Technical Combustion, Thermal Power Plants, Thermal Turbomachinery is helpful, but no prerequisite.

Discover what this course is all about

Fundamentals

Focuses on energy system efficiency and the goal of reducing fuel use and environmental impact.

Technology

Covers methods and measures to improve efficiency on both energy supply and demand sides.

Applications

Assesses practical potential of efficiency gains in real energy systems and their environmental benefits.

What you´ll explore

SUPPLY SIDE

  • Historical development of power plant efficiency.

  • Measures to increase power plant efficiency: Gas turbines; Steam power plants; Combined cycle.

  • CCS efficiency penalty.

  • Environmental impact.

  • Integration of renewables: power plant flexibility and part load efficiency.

DEMAND SIDE

  • Challenges and role of energy efficiency.

  • Policy framework.

  • Modelling of energy demand and energy efficiency potentials.

  • Efficiency measures in demand sectors.

  • Demand side management.

 

 

 

Your key takeaways

  • View energy supply from new and different perspectives

  • Connect technical energy concepts with business and economic aspects

  • Learn the historical development of energy efficiency

  • Understand how energy efficiency is measured

  • Study improvements in the performance of supply units

  • Explore flexibility options on the energy supply side

  • Learn how renewable energies are integrated into energy systems

  • Examine energy efficiency in different demand sectors

  • Understand modeling approaches for energy efficiency measures

  • Identify obstacles to improving energy efficiency

  • Explore possible solutions to overcome these obstacles

  • Develop a broader understanding of energy efficiency in general

 

Taught by Recognized Experts in Energy Efficiency (Supply and Demand Side) 

Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.

Dr. Patrick Plötz

Dr.-Ing. Patrick Plötz is a senior energy researcher and lecturer at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and HECTOR School, affiliated with the Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research (ISI), where he leads the business unit Energy Economics. His research focuses on energy systems analysis, electrification of transport, CO₂ mitigation, and energy market transformation. He is involved in national and international research projects and teaches topics related to energy economics, mobility transition, and quantitative energy system modelling.

Dr. Marian Klobasa

Dr. sc. Marian Klobasa is a researcher and lecturer at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and affiliated with Fraunhofer ISI, where he leads the business unit Energy Management and Smart Grids. He studied mechanical engineering at the University of Karlsruhe and earned his doctorate from ETH Zürich. His work focuses on energy systems analysis, integration of renewable energies, demand response, smart grids, electricity markets, and load management. He has long-standing experience in applied energy policy research and modelling of future energy systems. 

Who should attend

This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields

  • Engineers and technical professionals in the energy sector
    Electrical engineers, energy engineers, physicists, materials scientists, and professionals in semiconductor or solar technologies who develop, design, size, or optimize photovoltaic systems.

  • Planners and project managers for energy systems
    Energy consultants, building services engineers (MEP planners), architects (with a focus on building integration), PV project managers, as well as professionals in energy supply companies and grid operator organizations.

  • Professionals in energy policy, sustainability, and business
    Staff working in ministries, public authorities, international organizations, NGOs, corporate strategy, or investment departments who assess energy scenarios, decarbonization pathways, market mechanisms, and cost developments.

  • Researchers and early-career academics
    PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and academic staff in the fields of renewable energy, semiconductor physics, materials science, or energy system modeling.

Advance your career with KIT-level expertise

Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth.

Flexibility

Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.

Relevance

Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.

Advancement

Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.

 

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About HECTOR School

HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.

For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.