Symposium & Inauguration of Prof. Sadegh Seddighi
The 27th of November, Professor Sadegh Seddighi will be installed as Professor of Balanced Energy Systems. His inaugural speech is titled: Balancing Energy Systems through storage: from molecules to megawatts.
The 27th of November, Professor Sadegh Seddighi will be installed as Professor of Balanced Energy Systems. His inaugural speech is titled: Balancing Energy Systems through storage: from molecules to megawatts.
The energy transition is not just a technical challenge – it’s a societal necessity. That is why the HAN Research Center Balanced Energy Systems is organizing a symposium on one of the most urgent aspects of this transition: energy storage. Storage technologies, ranging from synthetic fuels and hydrogen to batteries and thermal systems, are essential to solving challenges such as grid congestion, energy availability and the need for a more resilient and future-proof energy system. Experts from industry, government and academia will explore how energy storage is shaping tomorrow’s systems – and what it means for our region, economy and environment.
Program 13.00 - 17.30
13.00 Registration & coffee/tea
13.30 Welcome by Gerrit Averesch, Dean School of Engineering and Automotive
13.40 Keynotespeaker: Jan van Dellen, director The Economic Board Arnhem-Nijmegen
14.00 Panel discussions with experts on three topics:
1. Designing energy storage systems - from measurement to models
Moderated by Carolien Kattenbelt,associate professor HAN Research Center Balanced Energy Systems
Panel members:
- Rik Catau, HAN Research Group Balanced Energy Systems
- Janet de Rooy-Smid, OOSTNL
- Bart Somers, TU/e
2. Molecules in storage - hydrogen, batteries and synthetic fuels
Moderated by Vincent Wiegel, professor HAN Research Center Lean QRM
Panel members:
- Leo Polak, associate professor HAN Research Center Balanced Energy Systems
- Sander van Bavel, Shell
- Roy Neha, Hyster-Yale
3. Storage as the key to grid stability - solving congestion with smarter systems
Moderated by Erik Folgering, SEECE
Panel members:
- Karolien de Bruyne, OostNL
- Richard Kaper, Gemeente Arnhem
- Marcel Eijgelaar, DNV
15.00 Short break
15.20 Inauguration ceremony by Rob Verhofstad, HAN Executive Board followed by the inauguration speech by Sadegh Seddighi titled:
Balancing Energy Systems Through Storage: From Molecules to Megawatts
16.15 Inauguration celebration
The afternoon program will take place at the HAN campus in Arnhem, admission is free.
The energy transition is a broad and transformative change that requires significant economic, social, and political steps
Sadegh Seddighi
As a professor at the Research Center for Balanced Energy Systems, Sadegh Seddighi focuses on advancing sustainable energy solutions through innovative research and practical applications. His goal is to bridge the gap between academic research and industrial implementation by fostering collaborations that drive the energy transition forward. His research specifically explores technologies for energy storage, hydrogen and alternative fuels, thermal management, smart energy systems and the integration of renewable energy sources. Working with local and international partners, Sadegh Seddighi contributes to the development of scalable, balanced energy solutions that benefit both industry and society. His vision is to create a future where energy systems are more efficient, affordable, sustainable and resilient.
Balanced Energy Systems
Through two program tracks, it focuses on researching practical solutions to keep the energy system in balance.:
- Flexible energy solutions
- Engineering hydrogen systems
The Research Center works closely with SEECE Sustainable Electrical Energy Centre of Expertise and is part of HAN School of Engineering and Automotive.
