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Zeolites, characterized by their well-defined crystalline and nanoporous structures, are pivotal in transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources to produce fuels and chemicals.
Lithium (Li) is a lightweight alkali metal with a high electrochemical potential, making it a critical element in the energy transition. However, its demand is projected to increase 42-fold by 2040, positioning Li as a resource under significant criticality.
Reports and studies warning of potential future tensions in raw material markets essential for the low-carbon and digital transition have multiplied in recent years.
With increasingly stringent climate change regulations, developing low-emission, carbon-free burners has become crucial for industry and a technical challenge for researchers. Ammonia (NH3) and hydrogen (H2) are the main carbon-free fuels under consideration.
The ongoing development of floating wind energy requires ensuring the fatigue life of the structure components. Steel wire ropes are often employed in the mooring lines which attach the wind turbine to the seafloor, and their fatigue design is until now too much uncertain.
In the pursuit of energy transition, optimizing catalytic processes is essential for the efficient and sustainable conversion of raw materials into biofuels. At the heart of this optimization lies a deep understanding of atomic-level reaction mechanisms.
IFP Energies Nouvelles is seeking a motivated PhD candidate to participate in a cutting-edge research project focused on the development of a new hybrid combustion model for gas turbines.
In the face of current environmental challenges, the shift towards more sustainable mobility is a key focus. European governments have outlined a roadmap to promote the adoption of public transportation, integrate new energy sources and reduce the reliance on single-occupancy car use, also known as “car-solo”.
Wind energy demands significant space, leading to the grouping of wind turbines into farms with an increasing number of turbines. A drawback of densely packed wind farms is the aerodynamic interference between turbines, causing wake losses.
Thermal runaway (TR) is a major challenge in the development and safety of Li-ion batteries, especially for electric vehicles. When a cell experiences TR, it releases heat rapidly, posing risks of explosion and propagation to adjacent cells.
Transport electrification is a major theme in the energy transition. It involves the use of electric technologies in various modes of transportation, such as cars, buses, bicycles, and others. Permanent magnet synchronous machines are often used in this type of application due to their compact design and high efficiency.
Catalysts are very often made of active phases containing metallic elements (such as platinoids, cobalt, nickel…) considered as strategic or even critical because of the economic strain induced by a growing usage in multiple sectors (industrial chemistry, energy storage, electrolysers, …) Hence, the quest for a circular economy approach brings n