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GemeinsamWaermer: Micro-heating networks accelerate the heat transition in the neighborhood
Press release – Kassel, June 02, 2026 | The GemeinsamWaermer project aims to support municipalities in the energy transition and facilitate the implementation of micro-heating networks. Using the example of...
Stress tests for more resilient power grids: Project CyberStress strengthens defenses against IT attacks
The energy transition is making electricity grids more modern and digital. This opens up new opportunities: producers, storage facilities, and consumers can be intelligently networked, making the supply more efficient and flexible.
DISCO project meeting in Dublin: Focus on innovative district heating solutions
The third international project meeting of the Interreg Europe project DISCO took place in Dublin (Ireland) on April 22nd and 23rd, 2026. The project aims to promote the use of
Free energy consulting for the catering and hotel industry in Hesse: First pilot phase begins
Free energy consulting for the catering and hotel industry in Hesse: First pilot phase begins. The EU project ECOBoost is taking an important step forward: The participants of the first pilot phase are ready.
How solar heat supply succeeds
On May 9th, under perfect sunshine, an interested audience of experts participated in a guided tour on solar thermal energy supply in Bad Rappenau. House of Energy reported on the event.
Practical guide to the development of heat supply concepts using near-surface geothermal energy
A new guideline from the Fraunhofer IEE supports municipal utilities, local authorities, and other stakeholders in developing heat supply concepts using near-surface geothermal energy in existing urban areas. It compiles technical,
New edition: Aspects – Impulses from Hessian network operators for the expansion of energy infrastructures
In ASPECTS No. 13, Hessian network operators provide concrete impetus and recommendations for an accelerated expansion of energy infrastructure in Hesse. The network operators categorize the need for action.
Geothermal energy in focus: Measurement flights launched in Hesse
With the launch of new measurement flights to explore the geothermal subsurface, Hesse is sending a strong signal for the energy transition. The aim of the statewide investigations is to...
Two recent developments in solar PV research
Research from our member companies has yielded two interesting new findings regarding photovoltaics. Both the University of Kassel and the Fraunhofer Institute have recently published…
Hesse demands a holistic energy transition – the House of Energy Congress shows how networking can succeed
Press release – Frankfurt, March 11, 2026 | Networking works. This is demonstrated once again at the House of Energy Congress, where visions, trends, and feasibility for the future are presented.
Genesis Accelerator successfully completed
The third cycle of the genesis accelerator program concluded with an inspiring closing event on February 18, 2026, in Frankfurt am Main. genesis is a project of the House of
New issue of House of Energy PERSPECTIVES published
The new edition of the House of Energy annual brochure PERSPECTIVES is now available online. Published annually, this publication compiles project content and results, reflections, and analyses from various projects.
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