Research in U of A facility and geothermal site could lead to made-in-Alberta solutions to reducing CO2
New materials could harness energy from cellphones or body heat, and make solar and geothermal power generation more efficient.
Future Energy Systems develops the energy technologies of the near future, examines their integration into current infrastructure, and considers their social, economic, and environmental impacts. We also contribute to the development of solutions for challenges presented by current energy systems.
Rick Chalaturnyk (second left) discusses his research on carbon capture and storage with colleagues at the U of A's Geomechanical Reservoir Experimental…
Posted on Nov 5, 2021
Future Energy Systems research is being undertaken thanks in part to a $75 million investment from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF), which helps competitively selected Canadian postsecondary institutions turn their key strengths into world-leading capabilities. CFREF is a tri-agency initiative of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.
