Multidisciplinary research is required
CEESA acknowledges the fact that a truly sustainable energy system cannot be achieved without taking into consideration the context in which this system operates. Sustainability is not only a question of renewable energy production, but a matter of general environmental concern. We consider it important not only to optimise individual sub-systems of the overall energy system, focussing for instance on electricity distribution, transport or production. Environmental aspects must be assessed at a system level, and the design and evaluation of energy systems cannot be done properly without comprehensive environmental assessment tools.
Environmental impact modelling in a life cycle perspective provides a useful framework for such analyses. However, the modelling must not be performed as an isolated case. It must be combined with a detailed technical knowledge of the systems and technologies involved.
Therefore, we combine an applied and multidisciplinary research of system modelling, life cycle assessment, electric technology, and public regulation.
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