Master Thesis - Sector Coupling in an Energy System Model

Company Description

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Job Description

We are seeking a Master Thesis student to contribute to the development of an energy system model. In particular, this research aims to investigate the role of sector coupling in the future energy system. Sector coupling has an important role, as from one side it offers the possibility to decarbonise sectors in a cost-efficient manner, and from the other side it offers flexibility to the electricity sector to balance generation from variable renewable energy sources. 

• During your master thesis, you will model the decarbonisation pathway for a sector (transport, heat, hydrogen and its derivatives) in different scenarios.
• You will extend the existing model framework to include new features or constraints.
• Last but not least, you will implement the scenarios into an existing energy system model to investigate the impact of your work on other areas of the energy system.

Qualifications

• Education: Master studies in the field of studies in the field of Industrial Engineering, Informatics, Electrical Engineering or comparable
• Experience and Knowledge: an intuition for Energy Economics, knowledge of Operations Research and Mathematical Modelling, coding experience in Python for data science applications
• Personality and Working Practice: collaborative, structured, analytical and independent
• Enthusiasm: interest in energy economics and decarbonisation strategy
• Languages: good in English

Additional Information

Start: according to prior agreement
Duration: 6 months

Requirement for this thesis is the enrollment at university. Please attach your CV, transcript of records, examination regulations and if indicated a valid work and residence permit.

Diversity and inclusion are not just trends for us but are firmly anchored in our corporate culture. Therefore, we welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity.

Need further information about the job?
Colton Chow (Functional Department)
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Summary

• Type: Full-time
• Function: Research