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Power electronics and grid technologies are key elements for the generation, transmission, storage and consumption of electricity. They play a fundamental role in electrical grids and will take on greater responsibilities as the transformation of the energy system progresses and the share of renewable   energy increases.

Renewable energy sources have grown competitive and are gaining importance in the energy systems around the world. The growing share of fluctuating renewable sources and their decreasing costs will fundamentally change the energy market and business.

Cities and local authorities are key innovators when it comes to the development of a sustainable way of life. They can facilitate the transition into the digital age with sustainable energy systems, zero-emission mobility and state-of-the-art information and communication technology (ICT). By doing so, they create the basis for a prospering economy and an improvement in the quality of life of citizens, companies and institutions.

A reliable and resilient supply of energy is a key factor for social prosperity and industrial competitiveness. Yet there are many regions in the world lacking secure supply options due to e. g. energy shortage or high prices of local fuels.

With its long-term experience, Fraunhofer ISE offers a wide array of services including the quality assurance of PV systems, battery system technology and battery storage integration in commercial PV applications as well as in hybrid PV diesel mini-grids.Our support ranges from the identification and analyses of load profiles and the design of the entire power system through to the implementation and operation phase of the facility.

String inverters still have the highest share of annual sales among PV inverters. Their rated power ranges from a few hundred watts up to several kilowatts for multistring types. Because of the steadily rising share of PV in the global energy mix, grid codes are becoming more demanding.

Our experience in the field of power electronics is combined with more than 30 years of knowledge in remote PV hybrid systems. We develop efficient and flexible power converters for all kinds of
remote applications.

The number of hybrid, fuel cell and battery-based electric vehicles is increasing rapidly, and with it the requirement for a wide range of power converters. The devices are needed to charge the battery, drive the electric motor or supply auxiliary on-board units.

It is obvious that power electronics will gain importance in future electrical power grids. Indeed, the increasing share of renewables such as PV and wind requires a rising number of converters and power conditioners between generators and consumers. Also, the demand for lowand medium-voltage power converters will increase both for grid feed-in and grid support.

Large-scale PV power plants face multiple challenges regarding power conditioning, interactions between inverters, grid-feeding and grid support at different voltage levels. One main activity of the business area Energy Efficient Power Electronics is the development of solutions for inverter manufacturers, system integrators, plant managers and grid operators to enable the stable, efficient and profitable operation of their systems

Highly integrated power electronics is one of the main research fields in the business area Energy Efficient Power Electronics at Fraunhofer ISE and a key technology for the 21st century.

The increasing share of renewable power sources in the electricity grid leads to new challenges for grid stability and to more requirements for power converters. Facing these challenges and providing solutions to solve the issues affecting Power Generating Units (PGUs) is one main activity of the business area Energy Efficient Power Electronics.

Power electronics is a key element for future electrical energy systems with a growing share of renewable energy. Beyond meeting the efficiency and reliability requirements set by each  application, power electronics usually plays a crucial role since it substantially lowers system costs.

Power electronics and grid technologies are key elements for the generation, transmission, storage and consumption of electricity. They play a fundamental role in electrical grids and will take on greater responsibilities as the transformation of the energy system progresses and the share of renewable   energy increases.

String inverters still have the highest share of annual sales among PV inverters. Their rated power ranges from a few hundred watts up to several kilowatts for multistring types. Because of the steadily rising share of PV in the global energy mix, grid codes are becoming more demanding.

It is obvious that power electronics will gain importance in future electrical power grids. Indeed, the increasing share of renewables such as PV and wind requires a rising number of converters and power conditioners between generators and consumers. Also, the demand for lowand medium-voltage power converters will increase both for grid feed-in and grid support.

Large-scale PV power plants face multiple challenges regarding power conditioning, interactions between inverters, grid-feeding and grid support at different voltage levels. One main activity of the business area Energy Efficient Power Electronics is the development of solutions for inverter manufacturers, system integrators, plant managers and grid operators to enable the stable, efficient and profitable operation of their systems

Highly integrated power electronics is one of the main research fields in the business area Energy Efficient Power Electronics at Fraunhofer ISE and a key technology for the 21st century.

The increasing share of renewable power sources in the electricity grid leads to new challenges for grid stability and to more requirements for power converters. Facing these challenges and providing solutions to solve the issues affecting Power Generating Units (PGUs) is one main activity of the business area Energy Efficient Power Electronics.

Power electronics is a key element for future electrical energy systems with a growing share of renewable energy. Beyond meeting the efficiency and reliability requirements set by each  application, power electronics usually plays a crucial role since it substantially lowers system costs.

Power generation structures are developing rapidly. Volatile distributed generation requires new flexibilities and the coordination of supply and demand. New business models and markets are evolving. Energy management gateways are used to link and control different devices, such as sensors, meters, generation systems, controllable loads, feedback interfaces and grid infrastructure.

Cities and local authorities are key innovators when it comes to the development of a sustainable way of life. They can facilitate the transition into the digital age with sustainable energy systems, zero-emission mobility and state-of-the-art information and communication technology (ICT). By doing so, they create the basis for a prospering economy and an improvement in the quality of life of citizens, companies and institutions.

A reliable and resilient supply of energy is a key factor for social prosperity and industrial competitiveness. Yet there are many regions in the world lacking secure supply options due to e. g. energy shortage or high prices of local fuels.

Our experience in the field of power electronics is combined with more than 30 years of knowledge in remote PV hybrid systems. We develop efficient and flexible power converters for all kinds of
remote applications.

With its long-term experience, Fraunhofer ISE offers a wide array of services including the quality assurance of PV systems, battery system technology and battery storage integration in commercial PV applications as well as in hybrid PV diesel mini-grids.Our support ranges from the identification and analyses of load profiles and the design of the entire power system through to the implementation and operation phase of the facility.

The number of hybrid, fuel cell and battery-based electric vehicles is increasing rapidly, and with it the requirement for a wide range of power converters. The devices are needed to charge the battery, drive the electric motor or supply auxiliary on-board units.

Renewable energy sources have grown competitive and are gaining importance in the energy systems around the world. The growing share of fluctuating renewable sources and their decreasing costs will fundamentally change the energy market and business.

A reliable and resilient supply of energy is a key factor for social prosperity and industrial competitiveness. Yet there are many regions in the world lacking secure supply options due to e. g. energy shortage or high prices of local fuels.