About us

The DLR Institute of Future Fuels introduces itself. In addition to an introduction to our research work, the following pages provide insights into our four research departments as well as more detailed information on contact persons and the Institute's two sites.

The Institute of Future Fuels

The Institute of Future Fuels contributes to making renewable resources available to replace fossil resources. We develop solutions for how hydrogen and fuels can be produced cost-effectively on an industrial scale from the raw materials water, CO₂ and nitrogen using renewable energies.

Departments

The research work at the Institute of Future Fuels is divided into four departments and sub-groups. The thematic focuses range from chemical and physical fundamentals, the design of processes and components, scaling and tests on large-scale research facilities to the evaluation and comprehensive process assessment of CO₂-neutral fuels.

Locations and arrival

The Jülich and Cologne sites of the DLR Institute of Future Fuels

Contact

Telephone numbers and contact form

The DLR Institute of Solar Research [SF]

The DLR Institute of Solar Research focuses on the harnessing of concentrated solar power on Earth. We develop, test and optimise innovative technologies to use concentrating solar thermal systems not only to generate electricity, but also to provide heat and fuels. Our research also focuses on condition monitoring and quality assurance of solar thermal power plants and photovoltaic systems, solar energy meteorology and energy-related building assessment. Our overall aim is to contribute to the transition to a low-carbon economy and the reduction of fossil fuels through the use of solar energy.

Departments [SF]

The following departments are part of the DLR Institute of Solar Research: Concentrating Solar Technology and Qualification and Sustainable Systems Process Engineering.

Locations & arrival [SF]

The Institute of Solar Research has sites in Cologne, Jülich, Stuttgart, Almería and Oldenburg.

Contacts [SF]

We are at your disposal for any questions or requests you may have. There are several ways you can contact us.