A central highlight of the visit was a technical seminar focused on HiSim (Household Infrastructure and Building Simulator). Katharina Rieck, from the project coordination team at Jülich Systems Analysis – Forschungszentrum Jülich, shared her expertise with the DeustoTech team, with a particular focus on using Python-based simulations to model building energy systems.
The seminar provided an opportunity to explore advanced modelling methodologies and simulation approaches in greater depth. This knowledge exchange is particularly valuable, as it opens new optimization pathways for the tools currently under development within the RenoVisor project. The use of hierarchical simulation methodologies is key to managing the complexity inherent in building energy systems, ensuring the proposed solutions are both robust and scalable.
Beyond the immediate technical advances achieved within RenoVisor, in-person exchanges such as this are essential for fostering collaboration and strengthening professional networks. They contribute to building a connected research community that is fully aligned with Europe’s energy renovation objectives. The collaboration between the Forschungszentrum Jülich and DeustoTech teams underscores that effective international collaboration is the single most critical factor in accelerating the transition toward more efficient buildings and addressing global energy challenges.
The successful research stay concluded with a clear key takeaway: the power of direct, focused collaboration in driving complex R&D projects like RenoVisor forward. The foundation for joint project development and future publications has been firmly laid.