ESC News
The ESC welcomes five new team members to the executive office
The Energy Science Center (ESC) is very pleased to welcome Jan Abrell, Dr. Ali Darudi, Fabian Stieger, Maike Heller and Sven Rüegg to the executive team. Jan joined the ESC already in February 2025 , Ali, Fabian and Maike in May 2025 and Sven in July 2025.
100 Posts Later: The Energy Blog’s Founders on Its Origins and Growing Relevance
As the Energy Blog celebrates its 100th post, we spoke with two of its founders, Yael Borofsky and Florian Egli, to look back on its origins, impact, and the evolving world of energy research. What started as a casual idea among friends during a winter course at ETH Zurich has grown into a respected platform bridging academia, policy, and public conversation.
Mapping the Future Recovery of Ukraine: Regions Prioritization and Renewable Energy Potential
For the first time, ETH Researcher mapped all energy infrastructure in Ukraine (more than 1700 units), identified energy sector damages and calculated detailed renewable energy potential by region, using a comprehensive spatial analysis that integrates environmental, social, and technical factors. Research identifies priority regions for solar and wind energy development, offering a strategic blueprint for the country’s post-war energy recovery.
Thai Green Parliament Delegation Visits ETH Zurich for Energy Policy Exchange
A high-level delegation from Thailand’s Standing Steering Committee on the Green Parliament visited ETH Zurich on May 5 to explore Switzerland’s climate policy and energy systems.
ESC welcomes three new members
The Energy Science Center (ESC) is growing and welcomes three new members: Milica Topalović, Manuela Brunner and Felix Donat become part of the competence center.