Annemie Froyen
UCLL

Green Chemistry

Abstract. Controlled surface modification is a very attractive strategy to tailor the chemical and physical properties of a substrate such as UV stability, biocompatibility, wettability, and corrosion resistance. Using a spontaneous organic assembly of small molecules on surface offers a convenient way to modify the intrinsic properties of the surface. However, the lack of mechanical and chemical stability due the very limited thickness of the coating opened the way to a new category of coating such as the polymer brushes. This class of materials is characterized by an assembly of polymer chains tethered by one of their extremities to a surface by a chemical bond. A description of the main strategies to functionalize the surface with polymer brushes will be developed in this lesson.

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Filipe Barata
ISEL

Energy Efficiency for a Sustainable Future

This talk explores energy efficiency in buildings, industry, and European appliance energy labelling as a comprehensive framework for systematically analysing and minimizing energy consumption. Key areas of focus include major energy-consuming equipment in buildings and industrial processes, such as HVAC systems, lighting, motors, and others. The analysis examines strategies to reduce energy demand, such as implementing advanced technologies, optimizing operations, and leveraging renewable energy sources. The role of the European appliance energy labelling system is also highlighted by showing some requirements examples for different equipment’s, emphasizing its impact on promoting energy-efficient choices among consumers. The aim is to provide actionable insights into reducing energy consumption while aligning with European sustainability and climate objectives.

Filipe Barata is Professor at Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa (ISEL). He held a PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computers and a Postgraduate degree in Energy Management - Energy Efficiency and Post-Graduation in Electric Engineering. He was project manager in a consulting and auditing engineering company where he carried out dozens of audits and energy certifications in buildings and facilities. In the electrical engineering department, he teaches and he is responsible for the electrical installations design and energy efficiency disciplinary group and also for the Pos Graduate in Design and Maintenance of Electrical Installations. He has several publications in journals, books chapters and conferences proceedings in renewable energies, intelligent control systems, energy efficiency and smart grids areas.
He is a reviewer of different International Journals (Elsevier, MDPI) and Reviewer Board Member of Energies Journal (Open Access by MDPI).

João Silva
ISEL

Life cycle assessment

Abstract. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a methodological framework for evaluating the environmental impacts associated with all the stages of a product's life, from raw material extraction through manufacturing, use, and disposal. LCA helps in understanding the environmental impacts of a product or service, including energy consumption, emissions, and waste generation, across its entire life cycle. This session will show to students the basic modelling steps in openLCA using an example of plastic bottles for packaged drinking water.

João Silva is a Chemical Engineer and holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering. He is a Coordinator Professor at the Chemical Engineering Department at ISEL-IPL, Portugal. He is a Researcher at ZeolCat CQE IMS, Portugal. His research activity is in the areas of heterogeneous catalysis, development of pilot equipment, study of models for process control and process simulation. He is co-author of more than seventy articles in scientific journals, sixteen book chapters, more than one hundred conference publications and three patents. He teaches in the areas of Sustainable Product and Process Design and Process simulation.

Marco Berger 
Tugraz University

Volker Koch 
Tugraz University

R-Strategy Implementation - Intensive Companies

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Business Model for Circular Economy // Value Proposition Design

Abstract. Based on the talk Business Model for Circular Economy students will develop a business model for a case study with guidance from the lecturers. This hands-on approach enables students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios.

Marco Berger is a researcher and lecturer at the Institute of Business Economics and Industrial Sociology at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz). His research focuses on business-to-business sales management, and he teaches various courses in business economics.

Volker Koch, Ph.D. is a Senior Lecturer of the Institute of Business Economics and Industrial Sociology at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz). His current research interests are in the field of “Engineering Education”. Besides, he teaches several lectures and exercises in the field of Business Economics and social skills.

Margherita Molinaro
UNIBZ

Circular Product Design

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Rita Pereira 
ISEL

How to communicate and present my work

Abstract. This activity focuses on equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for an effective final presentation. The session will cover best practices and norms for delivering oral presentations using PowerPoint, emphasizing clarity, structure, and impactful communication. Additionally, students will receive targeted feedback on their previous presentations, identifying areas for improvement and strategies to enhance their performance. This activity aims to support students in presenting their sustainable engineering projects with confidence, professionalism, and adherence to standards of academic and technical communication.

Rita Pereira has PhD in Mechatronics and Energy Engineering – Évora University; Excellency in Problem Based Learning by UNESCO CHAIR; MSc. in Electrical and Computer Engineering – Instituto Superior Técnico; Graduated and Bsc. in Electrical Engineering – Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa. She is Adjunct Professor since 2015 in ISEL, lecturing Electrical Machines, Intelligent Systems and Energy Storage Systems. She has authored or co-authored several publications in conference proceedings, journals, and book chapters, mainly in smart grids and engineering education area. Also, she has been researcher of about a dozen research projects in electrical engineering area and engineering education. Rita Pereira is a member of Portuguese Engineers Order and Engineering Education Portuguese Society, having coordination activities in the field of Gender and Diversity in Engineering Education.