Grid congestion – when will the fuses blow?New residential areas, data centres and large companies all require a lot of power sockets. Demand for electricity and grid capacity is rising rapidly, whilst the infrastructure is lagging behind and energy supply is becoming increasingly unpredictable. Dr. Gerwin Hoogsteen (UT, EEMCS) is investigating how supply and demand can be balanced. Do smart grids and regional energy networks offer a solution? Karsten Roelfsema MSc, Strategic Advisor Energy Transition for Overijssel at Enexis, explains the extent to which the pressure is mounting for a major grid operator.Studium GeneraleRead more
Climate Event 2026The Climate Centre of the University of Twente organizes its third annual Climate Event on Tuesday, 3 November 2026 in the Technohal on the campus of the University of Twente. At the Climate Event, we connect researchers, professionals, policy makers and students who want to collaborate to address climate change. Let’s work together on solutions to the world's climate challenge!Read more
