Renewable Energy Carriers

Research themes and expertise

Our work includes the development and integration of advanced solutions such as PEM/SOEC electrolysers and innovative energy carriers (e.g. methanol, ammonia, LOHC, iron power), with a particular focus on energy-intensive industries and hard-to-reduce sectors. In addition to technical innovation, we also address economic feasibility, infrastructure adaptation and regulatory guidance to ensure these solutions have a real impact and scalability.

REC’s research is divided into the following research lines:

Green hydrogen application: here we focus on the entire hydrogen value chain, including production, grid integration, end-use applications and downstream routes. By developing advanced technologies and exploring innovative approaches, we aim to make hydrogen a key enabler of the global energy transition.
E-fuels: we are working on the development of sustainable fuels by first producing Fischer-Tropsch diesel and lubricants from solid biomass and then investigating e-fuels with CO2 as a carbon source. With this phased approach, we aim to accelerate the transition to renewable fuels in the transport sector and contribute to the European sustainability goals.
Iron as an energy carrier: research into the storage of hydrogen in iron oxide as an innovative and safe method for seasonal energy storage. By means of a reversible redox reaction, we enable long-term storage of hydrogen and release it on demand, contributing to a stable and sustainable energy system.

Collaborating on impactful solutions

Collaboration is at the heart of our approach. By working with regional companies, educational institutions and international research organisations, we accelerate innovation and move closer to a cleaner, more efficient energy system for the future.

Lecturer Saleh Mohammadi

Saleh is professor in renewable energy carriers at Avans University of Applied Sciences and an energy engineer/consultant at Witteveen+Bos. His research focuses on emerging energy carriers for the green energy transition. He investigates how these carriers shape the future Dutch energy system and identifies the technological innovations and systemic changes that are needed to support them.

Saleh brings with him extensive international experience. In his role at Witteveen+Bos, he acts as an international business developer and leads energy transition projects in the UK, South Korea, the UAE and Oman.

Saleh is originally from Iran, has a background in mechanical engineering and completed a PhD in energy system modelling at Eindhoven University of Technology. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with local SMEs on energy transition initiatives and has supervised more than 20 students in various academic settings.