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Tracking Down Alternative PV Areas

Where is the space to generate the legally required amount of photovoltaic electricity in Austria by 2030? A research project involving TU Graz has set out to find suitable areas in Styria.

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PV Soiling: The Dirt Has to Go!

Dust, pollen and bird droppings reduce the performance of solar modules, but automatic cleaning systems are expensive. Armin Buchroithner from the Institute of Electrical Measurement and Sensor…

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Are Batteries Safe?

Energy storage systems are becoming increasingly important, powerful and widespread. However, this also means that the demands on their safety and durability are growing.

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Store or Export?

In 2040, electricity production from solar installations will often significantly exceed demand, especially at midday. Robert Schürhuber from the Institute of Electrical Power Systems at TU Graz…

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Starting Your Studies: Admission Tips and Advice for New Students

In this article first-semester students will find insider tips on the admission procedure at TU Graz. Any open questions can be answered by older students in the context of the Student Union advisory…

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Studying Chemistry: Understanding the Foundations of Life

Enthusiasm for laboratory work, forensics as in CSI television series or a love of science – these are all good prerequisites for studying chemistry. Talking about studying chemistry at TU Graz and…

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Hybrid Electricity and Heat Generation: Innovative Parabolic Trough Solar Module Being Developed at TU Graz

Solar rays focused on concentrator photovoltaic cells using parabolic mirrors not only supply electricity, but also thermal energy for industrial processes, heating or cooling. Three technological…

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New at Uni: On Your Marks, Get Set, Start Studying

For many, the winter semester not only marks the start of university, but also the beginning of their studies. TU Graz welcomes its first-semester students in the Welcome Days on 27 September online…

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Start-up support for beginning your studies at TU Graz

Free online preparation courses start again in August and September for prospective students at TU Graz and make it easier to start a technological degree programme.

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