From May 29 to 30, the SUSHEAT project’s 2nd General Assembly Meeting took place in in the historic city of Lleida, Spain, hosted by the University of Lleida (UDL). Bringing together 14 project partners, the meeting was a pivotal opportunity to assess progress, share insights, and outline the next steps as we continue developing innovative solutions for integrating waste and renewable energy for sustainable heat production in industry.
Project Progress Updates
Twelve months into the project, the consortium presented significant milestones achieved since the last meeting. The University of Lleida team highlighted advancements in designing a novel Thermal Energy Storage (TES) unit using phase change material (PCM), while KTH Royal Institute of Technology presented the Laboratory Test Rig design that will simulate waste heat for testing purposes. A 3D model of the thermal energy storage unit was showcased to demonstrate the novel heat exchange system design.
WIZ Research reported progress on the development of a data-driven digital twin system, which will be integrated into SUSHEAT technologies. This system will enable detailed simulations, allowing the project to test multiple scenarios in a controlled environment, saving time and resources while enhancing productivity. A Data Analysis Workshop was also held to discuss the various data types required for the digital twin system.
Additionally, candidates for the External Advisory Board were nominated during the meeting to provide strategic guidance. The consortium reviewed exploitation and knowledge management activities to ensure that the research outputs not only remain theoretical but also transition into practical applications.
These updates showcased the collective efforts of the consortium in advancing the project towards its objectives.
Tour of UDL’s Laboratories
One of the highlights of the meeting was a visit to UDL’s laboratories at the Centro de Investigación en Energía Aplicada (CREA), where the consortium observed firsthand the ongoing development of the Thermal Energy Storage (TES) unit. The tour provided valuable insight into the innovative work being carried out to bring SUSHEAT’s vision to life.