PhD at Aalborg University Denmark
Aalborg University plays a significant role in enhancing global society's knowledge base and advancing the prosperity, welfare, and cultural development of Danish society. This is achieved through engaging in research, providing education based on research findings, delivering services to the public sector, and fostering collaborative knowledge-sharing endeavors. AAU prepares students for the future, emphasizing a dynamic and transformative partnership with the surrounding community as the foundation for its activities.
PhD Project Description
The PhD positions available in the Sustainable Energy Planning Research group support our focus on energy modelling, spatial planning, heat planning, and model coupling, with several research projects in these areas.
Potential PhD topics include:
European energy system modelling and spatial planning: Combining energy system simulation models with spatial planning tools using European data, such as NUTS2 regions, to identify renewable energy transition across sectors. Emphasis is placed on the heating sector and heat demand mapping, building on previous projects like Heat Roadmap Europe 4 and Hotmaps. Proficiency in tools like EnergyPLAN and ArcGIS is important for this position.
Energy systems modelling of EU countries for long-term decarbonisation strategies: Focus on system design, particularly the phase-out of natural gas in heating sectors, utilizing heat savings, district heating, individual heat pumps, and electrification of industry and transport. Understanding the dynamics of energy transition in relation to REPowerEU and the Paris Agreement is crucial. Proficiency in EnergyPLAN and motivation to achieve a climate-neutral energy system are required.
Energy system model developments and integration with other planning tools: Enhancing EnergyPLAN and data handling methods to establish better links with tools like Life Cycle Assessments, local data on cities, and other planning and energy analysis tools. Developing algorithms and data handling techniques to improve the usability of energy system analysis tools is a key focus. Proficiency in EnergyPLAN, programming, data handling, and algorithm development is necessary.
These PhD positions require expertise in EnergyPLAN, programming, data handling, and algorithm development.
PhD Requirements
The candidates for these positions should preferably have a MSc degree within engineering in e.g., spatial planning, energy planning, energy system modelling, energy system analysis or similar areas. Additionally, Danish language skills and experiences with problem-based learning are advantages.
You may obtain further information from Jakob Zinck Thellufsen, +45 9940 8289, jakobzt@plan.aau.dk concerning the scientific aspects of the stipend.
PhD Benefits
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1039 of August 27, 2013 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.
How to Apply
The application is only to be submitted online by using the"Apply online" button below. Please be notified that application deadline is 26 June 2023. For further information related to the PhD scholarships, please visit the following Scholarship Link.
AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.
Ref number is 20-23038
