Laboratories

TPG experimental activities started at Genoa Lab in 2002, then moved to Savona Campus University of Genoa in 2005. In 2006 the first hybrid system emulator rig was installed at the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre laboratory, thanks to industrial and public funding (Felicitas FP6 EU project). Up to now the Savona lab expanded to about 500 mq and the following research areas are covered

Rolls-Royce FCS UTC

Collaboration with Rolls-Royce for the research on fuel cell systems.

HI-SEA Lab

Fuel cell technology applications for the maritime sector​

IES Closed Cycles Lab

Innovative heat pump systems & supercritical CO2 cycles.

Tools

The TPG Group has developed several in-house simulation and design tools to support the research activities by modelling, simulation, designing, optimising innovative energy systems

W-ECOMP

Web-based Economic Cogeneration Modular Program

W-TEMP

Web-based ThermoEconomic Modular Program

TRANSEO

Transient and Dynamic Analysis of Energy Systems

HELM

Helper for Energy Layouts in Maritime applications

Research Areas

TPG group has a wide experience in different topics.
Its mission is to carry out theoretical, modelling and experimental research in the field of advanced energy systems.

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TPG European research Activity

TPG was founded in 1998 by Prof. A.F. Massardo. Since its foundation, TPG has collaborated with the main power technology manufacturers and utilities all around the world, has been involved in several national and international projects, and has been author of several papers published in the most prestigious international journals. Below are the updated numbers.

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eLITHE
Electrified heating systems for high temperature processes from the ceramic industries.
SOLINDARITY
Solar-driven heat upgrade system with thermal storage, high-temp heat pumps, and PV integration
FlyECO
Hydrogen-fueled hybrid SOFC-GT system for clean and efficient aviation propulsion
EDU-ABCM
Building student-centered energy education capacity in Cameroon, Ethiopia, Mauritius, Mozambique
RH2IWER
Accelerating hydrogen fuel cell adoption in inland vessels for zero emissions on Rhine and Danube
USES4HEAT
Innovative thermal energy storage for a decarbonised and reliable seasonal heating supply.
ThumbsUp
Developing high-performance thermal energy storage with bio-based materials for EU buildings
SCO2OP-TES
Pioneering sCO2-based Carnot batteries for long-duration energy storage, enhancing grid flexibility
JUST-GREEN AFRH2ICA
Developing a collaborative green hydrogen roadmap for Africa-Europe transition pathways
SINNOGENES
Developing a toolkit for efficient and safe integration of innovative energy storage into the grid
CAPTUS
Production of renewable liquid energy carriers from captured carbon emissions
SHARPSCO2
New generation of highly efficient and flexible concentrated solar power plants.
INSPIRE
Developing pressure-gain combustion for highly efficient H2 fueled gas turbines
LOLABAT
Rechargable NiZn batteries with high recycling potential for efficient and sustainable energy storage
ROBINSON
Smart integration of local sources and storages for flexible and cost efficient energy supply on islands
FLEXNCONFU
Flexible Power-to-X solutions for combined cycle plants to use surplus renewable power
SOLARSCO2OL
MW-scale sCO2 cycles for concentrated solar power plants with thermal storages
NEXTMGT
Advancing micro gas turbine design and energy storage integration for clean power generation
PUMP-HEAT
Integration of thermal storages and heat pumps with combined cycles for enhanced flexibility
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Energy harvesting from building surfaces exploting near infrared radiation for electricity and heat
Bio-HyPP
Biogas-fuelled SOFC hybrid systems based on integration with micro gas turbine and turbocharger
MefCO2
Synthesis of methanol from captured carbon dioxide using surplus electricity
RESILIENT
Integration of buildings, distributed energy resources, and grids for optimized energy management
GENIUS
Development of a diagnostic tool for solid oxide fuel cell systems to improve maintenance and lifespan
E-HUB
Developing a zero-energy district with an integrated hub for energy matching, storage, and renewables
LARGE-SOFC
Develop large-scale solid oxide fuel cell plants from component design to system integration
Methapu
Validate methanol-powered solid oxide fuel cells on cargo vessels and support regulatory adoption
EnSOFC
Design of efficent and reliable pressurized solid oxide fuel cell gas turbine hybrid units
DEV-BIOSOFC
Bio-fuelled solid oxide fuel cell hybrid system for distributed electricity generation
FELICITAS
Fuel cell power trains for heavy-duty transport, addressing performance and durability
REAL-SOFC
Improvement of materials and processes to mitigate aging issues in solid oxide fuel cells
PIP-SOFC
Development of a 10 kWe pressurized fuel cell system with internal reforming of natural gas
CE-IGT
Identify technology gaps and define centres of excellence for industrial gas turbine technology
IM-SOFC-GT
Hybrid fuel cell-gas turbine systems, with a focus on optimization and market integration
GTPOM
Development of a tool for thermoeconomic optimization of power plants
Alfa GEOPHILES
Power generation solutions for efficient utilization of forest biomass
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Students area

TPG offers opportunities to students for both Bachelor and Master Thesis to be developed with the support of the researchers of the TPG and in collaboration with national and internationals companies, universities and research centers.

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Join TPG to pursue a PhD degree, contribute to European research projects, collaborate with global industry partners and give your contribution to the field of innovative energy systems for a more sustainable future.