Balanced Energy Systems
What is needed to ensure the constant availability of energy in the Netherlands? The Research Center Balanced Energy Systems contributes to the large and complex task of transitioning to sustainable energy by researching practical solutions to keep the energy system in balance
Program Lines
Flexible Energy Solutions
With increasing renewable electricity production and the also increasing demand for electricity, we are running into the limits of the current grid. The focus in this programme line is on developing, modelling and validating (hybrid) energy management systems, so-called (micro)grids.
Engineering Hydrogen Systems
HAN has developed strongly in applied research and education in hydrogen technology over the past two decades. The Engineering Hydrogen Systems program line focuses on engineering issues in hydrogen systems, such as testing and integration of new components and optimization of control for efficiency and lifetime.
Dr Sadegh Seddighi
As Professsor at the Research Center for Balanced Energy Systems, Sadegh focuses on advancing sustainable energy solutions through innovative research and practical applications. His goal is to bridge the gap between academic research and industrial implementation by fostering collaborations that drive the energy transition forward.
Associate Professors and Professor by Special Appointment
Associate Professor Carolien Kattenbelt PhD
Carolien Kattenbelt leads the research line on Futureproof Electrical Infrastructure. She focuses on system integration, taking into account both technical and non-technical aspects.
Associate Professor Leo Polak PhD
Leo Polak leads the research line on Engineering Hydrogen Systems, in which the group works on characterization, integration and control of electrochemical stacks and balance of plant components, as well as on techno-economic, safety and regulation studies.
Prof. by Special Appointment Shima M. Gargari PhD
Shima Mousavi Gargari is Corporate Innovation Manager at TenneT Transmission System Operator (TSO) and Professor by Special Appointment at HAN University of Applied Sciences.
Team Balanced Energy Systems
The Research Center Balanced Energy Systems researches and develops solutions within the energy transition. We work closely with the Sustainalble Electrical Energy Centre of Expertise (SEECE) in this respect. We obtain the knowledge for this through our own test and development facilities focused on sustainable electrical energy and hydrogen technology.
Engineering and automotive
The School of Engineering and Automotive offers education in many different areas. For example, in the areas of renewable energy, the energy transition, lean, sustainable mobility and autonomous transportation. Also, our research centers investigate current, societal issues.
