➀ The UK's Energy Security and Net Zero Select Committee will hold its first public evidence session to examine shifting public attitudes toward net-zero policies and the clean energy transition.

➁ The inquiry focuses on evolving public support and opposition, regional differences in attitudes across the UK, and the role of information sources in shaping opinions.

➂ Witnesses include experts from polling organizations, academia, and environmental groups, highlighting the political and social challenges in achieving the 2050 net-zero target.

The Ernst-Abbe-Hochschule Jena (EAH Jena) is strengthening its international ties and actively responding to global challenges. With the DAAD-funded project 'Space, Bioprocess and Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Economy and Development' (SpEEED), the university is intensifying cooperation with partner universities in South America and Southeast Asia. The project, which runs from January 2025 to the end of 2027, focuses on developing innovative solutions for urgent issues such as climate change and increasing resource consumption.

Global cooperation for sustainable solutions: 'The major problems of our time can only be overcome through international dialogue and cooperation. SpEEED opens up new opportunities for our students to gain international experience and develop practical solutions for global issues,' explains Prof. Dr. Alexander Richter, Professor of Electrical Measurement Technology and Optoelectronics and project contact at EAH Jena.

Student benefits: More than 40 percent of EAH Jena students benefit directly from the measures within the SpEEED project. Especially students from the fields of business administration, electrical engineering and information technology, medical technology and biotechnology, and business engineering can apply for funding for international exchange programs.

➀ The University of Duisburg-Essen introduces Prof. Dr. Florian Ziel;

➁ Ziel's research focuses on data science in energy and environment;

➂ Ziel develops algorithms for efficient data analysis and pattern recognition.

➀ The Reiner Lemoine Institute (RLI), in collaboration with other institutions, demonstrates the potential of heat storage systems in Berlin's quest for climate-neutral heating;

➁ The project highlights the importance of land availability, legal uncertainties, and geological conditions for the implementation of heat storage solutions;

➂ Seasonal heat storage systems, particularly aquifer heat storage, are suggested as suitable for Berlin, helping to shift excess heat from summer to winter and increase the use of renewable energy sources.

➀ The Fraunhofer CINES excellence cluster provides recommendations for achieving a climate-neutral industry in Germany by 2045;

➁ Emphasis on the role of electricity and hydrogen as central energy carriers and the importance of energy infrastructure development;

➂ Discusses the challenges and opportunities for cost-effective and competitive energy systems, including the development of hydrogen infrastructure and electricity pricing.

Researchers at Saarland University in Germany are developing a novel elastocaloric cooling and heating technology that uses shape memory nickel-titanium alloy. This technology is more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly than traditional methods. The research team is working on prototypes for use in vehicles, with the goal of commercialization within five years.

The technology is recognized by the EU Commission as a promising alternative to conventional heating and cooling systems, and has received significant funding. The team is collaborating with industry partners to develop practical solutions for cooling electric vehicles and residential buildings.

The prototypes being developed are based on the unique shape memory properties of nickel-titanium, which can absorb and dissipate heat during phase changes. The technology has the potential to address global energy challenges and reduce carbon emissions.

➀ The IU Innovation Award 2025 is initiated by IU International Hochschule, in cooperation with meravis Immobiliengruppe, to honor forward-thinking ideas for the real estate and housing industry.

➁ The award aims to address the challenges of the real estate industry in achieving climate neutrality by 2045, focusing on sustainable innovation and smart energy solutions.

➂ The award ceremony will take place on May 15, 2025, at the Real Estate Arena 2025 in Hanover, providing a platform for winners to present their concepts to leading experts.

➀ Dr. Kathrin Goldammer has been appointed as an honorary professor at HTW Berlin, Faculty 1 Engineering – Energy and Information.

➁ She brings extensive experience in the energy industry and expertise in applied energy research to the renewable energy programs.

➂ Goldammer's professorship focuses on the energy and electricity industry, energy policy, and the social framework for the use of renewable energy.

➀ The UK MoD has awarded a £127 million contract to Airbus to build a constellation of SAR-satellites called Oberon, set to be deployed in 2027.

➁ Oberon will utilize SAR technology to capture high-resolution imagery in any weather conditions, enhancing the UK's ISR capabilities.

➂ The project is part of the MoD's ISTARI programme, aiming to deploy a constellation of satellites by 2031 for various applications, including military operations and environmental monitoring.

➀ The increasing frequency of natural disasters due to global climate change is a severe challenge to human survival;

➁ China Meteorological Administration achieves significant results with its forecast capabilities;

➂ Haiguang DCU, as a domestic powerhouse of computing power, is frequently chosen for meteorological projects, improving forecast accuracy and timeliness;

➃ The high requirements of weather prediction for computing chips include timeliness, efficiency, full-precision calculation support, and flexible expansion;

➄ Haiguang DCU's full-precision calculation, powerful computing performance, and ecological adaptability make it an ideal choice for meteorological calculations;

➅ The cost-effectiveness of Haiguang DCU promotes the large-scale application of AI technology in meteorology.