The energy transition is a complex puzzle which requires a scientific foundation to test the various technical, political and social options in terms of cost, reliability and sustainability. EnergyVille's research forms an important contribution in this regard. On this page you will find our scientific input on the issues at hand.

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Minimizing the impact of uncertainty in the electricity market

22-05-2023 | News message
Science Figured Out lures young scientists out of their familiar lab or office and places them in front of a camera with a clear assignment: tell the general public about your research in a clear 3-minute pitch! Several researchers connected to EnergyVille also took part.

From AC to DC: making our electricity grid future proof

22-05-2023 | News message
Science Figured Out lures young scientists out of their familiar lab or office and places them in front of a camera with a clear assignment: tell the general public about your research in a clear 3-minute pitch! Several researchers connected to EnergyVille also took part.

Dunkelflaute – What to do when there is no wind or sun?

15-05-2023 | News message
On May 3, EnergyVille/VITO hosted a webinar on dunkelflaute in collaboration with the RMI, as part of the completion of the EPOC project. The webinar explained the concept of dunkelflaute and explored ways to address periods of low solar and wind. In it, Francois Duchene …

One-stop-hub accelerates digitization in the Flemish construction sector

01-02-2023 | News message
This Tuesday, January 31 the kick-off event of the EDIH-EBE took place. In the presence of about 200 attendees the EDIH-EBE website went live. Digitalization is both inevitable and crucial for the competitiveness and sustainability of the Flemish economy. Today, many …

A new frontier for Agrivoltaics: the launch of the SYMBIOSYST project. Creating a Symbiosis where PV and agriculture can have a mutually beneficial relationship

19-01-2023 | News message
Facing the ambitious target of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, European societies need all available tools and viable solutions to increase the share of clean energy production, without causing additional environmental impact. A remarkable opportunity is offered by …

Ecoscore has been monitoring the environmental performance of the Belgian car fleet for 20 years. In 2022, for the first time, more new plug-in cars were registered than new diesel cars, but the balance is not entirely positive.

13-01-2023 | News message
Following the 20th anniversary of the Ecoscore project, the website has been redesigned. This environmental score estimates the environmental performance of a vehicle according to its main environmental impact. It also includes statistics on the evolution of the Belgian …

Innovative solutions for underground high-voltage connections gaining momentum

19-12-2022 | News message
In recent months, Europe experienced a sharp rise in energy prices. In order to meet the long-term energy demand on the market, the Flemish Government is therefore strongly committed to the energy transition. A switch to sustainable, renewable energy generation will be …

EnergyVille calculates in De Standaard how to save hundreds of euros on energy without catching a cold

07-11-2022 | News message
Not everyone equally saves as much by turning down the thermostat one degree or showering for a shorter period of time. Earlier this week, EnergyVille/VITO calculated for De Standaard how much this effort will really save you. Source De Standaard Authors: Maxie Eckert, Dries …

A climate neutral Belgium by 2050: EnergyVille launches platform for co-thinkers

11-10-2022 | News message
Which scenarios are conceivable, feasible and affordable?