The Livable region Challenge
In the Livable region program, we work on structural solutions to societal regional problems. Partnerships are at the core of our work. Collaborations in the quadruple helix with other knowledge institutions, businesses , government agencies, and users enhance our effectiveness. And it demonstrate how various stakeholders collaborate to address regional challenges. Furthermore, we continually measure the impact of our projects and initiatives to ensure that we are truly contributing to a livable and sustainable region.
Our long-term vision involves continuously adapting to changing circumstances and challenges, always seeking new opportunities for innovation and collaboration. We invite interested parties to participate in our program and collaborate on a future where our region thrives economically and socially.
As part of the Livable region program, Eindhoven Engine works on two projects: the MRE Grid Balancing project and the Optimization of Decision-Support Tool Eindhoven project.
MRE Grid Balancing project
The Brainport region is grappling with energy distribution challenges on its journey towards a sustainable future. While planned grid investments are crucial, they alone won’t provide immediate solutions . Recognized as the Dutch high-tech industry’s national mainport, the strategic importance of Brainport demands a sustainable approach to powering its economic activities and meeting future energy demands.
In order to address a part of the energy challenges in the Brainport region Eindhoven Engine, Simpl.Energy, and TU/e EIRES teamed-up in the MetroolRegio Eindhoven Grid Balancing project. This project takes the concept of smart energy hub to the next level. Current main efforts try to get flexible energy on campus level, this project looks at flexible energy between campusses. Eindhoven Engine is leading the development of the playbook for simulation tools in Eindhoven-Oost, Simpl.Energy is focused on implementing an operational monitoring and prediction system, and TU/e EIRES is connecting university research with stakeholders for effective project dissemination. As this project unfolds, it promises not only to meet current energy demands but to also build a resilient and dynamic energy infrastructure for the future.
This project receives funding from the Stimuleringsfonds of the Metropoolregio Eindhoven giving it a significant boost .
More about the MRE Grid Balancing project
Eindhoven’s Energy Initiative: €50k Boost for Grid Balancing Project
Optimization of Decision-Support Tool Eindhoven project
In the 21st century, urbanization has surpassed the 50% mark globally, and by 2050, it’s projected to exceed 70%. This comes with various fundamental challenges that we face in modern society today and in the decades to come. These challenges require systemic transitions in the way we live, work, and recreate in our cities and surrounding region.
Therefor fundamental innovations in how we build and plan our cities are crucial. To support this, a powerful decision-support tool is developed by the municipality of Eindhoven . Such digital version of the city visualizes urban complex interdependencies in a tangible way. It supports evidence-based decision making and citizen empowerment. The municipality of Eindhoven is collaborating with Eindhoven Engine to optimize this current tool.