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Clean construction sites: Zwickau engine for heavy machinery

Researchers at Zwickau University of Applied Sciences are developing an innovative hydrogen engine that emits hardly any pollutants. With three million euros in funding from the Free State of Saxony and the EU, a drive system for ships, power plants and construction machinery will be created by 2027. The special feature: The engine is designed from the ground up for hydrogen and operates almost emission-free even without an exhaust catalytic converter.

Wissensland 02.02.2026 19:09

Game mechanics to help save energy

Playing your way to the energy transition: A new junior research group at the University of Applied Sciences Zwickau is investigating how gamification can help with technological change. Among other things, the researchers are developing an "Energy Tamagotchi" that makes electricity consumption visible and a digital driving trainer for energy-efficient driving. The interdisciplinary team aims to develop practical concepts for business and society by 2028.

Various news 20.01.2026 07:00

Hydrogen technology: Recyclable fuel cells from Saxon laboratories

High energy prices and climate protection - hydrogen is supposed to solve both problems. But the technology is expensive. Four Saxon universities are now developing fuel cells that can be reused. The "Hy²Cycle" project could advance the energy transition.

Various news 12.01.2026 17:00

Leipzig's expansion of PV systems: sustainability on municipal roofs

Leipzig is expanding its photovoltaic systems on municipal roofs. Around 2,300 MWh of green electricity per year cover the needs of 1,000 households.

Various news 13.06.2025 17:35

Conference of Energy Ministers calls for prospects for existing biogas plants

According to Minister Günther, biogas supports the energy transition. This is why existing, sustainable plants should be retained - even after the end of EEG funding.

Economy 08.11.2024 20:15

Saxony calls for priority to be given to underground cabling to be abandoned

Saxony's state government wants the federal government to create the legal conditions to deviate from the priority of underground cables and switch to overhead lines.

Economy 05.06.2024 14:37

New record day for green energy in Germany

On May 14, 2024, Germany covered almost all of its electricity consumption with renewable energies - a significant milestone for the energy transition.

Environment 18.05.2024 15:26

Lusatian municipalities on the way to becoming a European model region for structural change

The municipalities of Lusatia are receiving support from the EU for their plans to become the first Net-Zero Valley in Europe.

Environment 23.04.2024 06:30

Minister President Kretschmer calls for rapid aid for the solar industry

Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer is urging support for the local solar industry in order to secure jobs and drive forward the energy transition.

Economy 07.03.2024 11:13

Cabinet meeting on 14.11.: Environment Minister informs about the expansion of renewable energies in Saxony

Environment Minister Wolfram Günther provides information on the expansion of renewable energies in Saxony and presents a bill on the energy transition in the district of Meißen. Other topics include talks in the cabinet and the 'Integrative Measures' funding guideline.

Politics 14.11.2023 01:17