Research institutionGermanyieg.fraunhofer.de
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Fraunhofer IEG, officially the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Systems, is a key player in applied research for energy technologies in Germany. It specializes in geothermal energy, energy infrastructure development, and innovative extraction methods for critical minerals such as lithium from deep brines. The institution develops and tests pilot-scale technologies, including oxygen-free direct lithium extraction systems, in collaboration with industry partners.
Operating from its base in Bochum, Fraunhofer IEG forms part of the larger Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, a network of research institutes dedicated to advancing practical scientific applications. This structure allows it to engage in projects that bridge basic research and industrial implementation, often focusing on sustainable solutions for the energy sector.
The research institution works on projects that support Germany's energy transition, including the extraction of lithium for use in batteries and other high-tech applications. Through its involvement in pilot projects, it contributes to the development of efficient and environmentally friendly processes for resource recovery from geothermal sources.
Fraunhofer IEG's expertise positions it as a leading research body in the field of geothermal and energy infrastructure technologies, facilitating partnerships between academia, industry, and government to address challenges in renewable energy and raw material supply.
Also known as Fraunhofer Research Institution for Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Systems.
chemXplore tracks 1 project involving Fraunhofer IEG, of which one is active.
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Liocel chosen for adsorption-based DLE testing in an oxygen-free pilot handling 1,000 L/day to evaluate adsorbents for potential industrial deployment.
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