Energy

While railways are already a low emission transport solution, continued research and development is needed to maintain and drive the industry towards net zero. Monash University leads the way in energy efficiency, alternative fuels and power sources, and power control systems.

The Monash Energy Institute is working to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable energy future by fostering and facilitating impactful interdisciplinary research, in collaboration with its trusted partners.

Areas include:

• Materials and devices such as novel battery chemistries and solar cells
• Smart energy systems
• Clean fuels, hydrogen power and carbon capture and storage
• Energy grids and control
• Energy market and policy drivers