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5 Research Institutes

As the impact of the renewable energy industry for carbon neutrality grows, KENTECH is conducting research in five major priority areas with high industrial implications across the entire energy production-transportation-consumption cycle to address the global challenges posed by climate and environmental changes.

  • 1 Energy AI We are researching innovative artificial intelligence (AI) and computer advanced technologies applicable to the energy sector.

    We are exploring AI technologies that implement high-level human information processing abilities such as cognition, learning, and inference. Our research aims to utilize AI/computer technology throughout the energy industry and lead research in AI and data-centric future energy industries.

    Through integrated research in fields such as big data, blockchain, and IoT, we will investigate core technologies, including energy production and consumption efficiency, zero-energy operation in homes, buildings, and factories, and cybersecurity for energy systems.

  • 2 Energy Materials & Devices We conduct research on the foundational and applied technologies of advanced materials that will change the paradigm of future energy.

    To address national and global challenges such as environmental issues and energy shortages, we research core technologies for eco-friendly energy production, safe energy storage, and efficient energy utilization. We focus on synthesizing key advanced materials for the next-generation secondary batteries, solar cells, power semiconductors, and other materials required in the future energy industry. Additionally, we research cutting-edge material analysis technologies at the atomic level.

    We employ data-driven material and system simulation computational science to optimize material discovery in various energy device fields and understand the correlations between structure processes and properties in a convergent manner.

  • 3 Grid Modernization We integrate energy and advanced power technologies to implement the future of power grids.

    We conduct research on a wide range of new power technologies in the grid sector related to the control and operation of power grids of the future.

    Our research includes the analysis of complex grids, which involves various power sources such as HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) - a key technology for future power grids, renewable energy sources, the increasing power consumption load, 10kW range high-power semiconductors, and enhanced operations through pattern analysis & prediction in the power market.

  • 4 Hydrogen Energy We are ushering in the era of environmentally friendly hydrogen energy with zero greenhouse gas emissions.

    To address the global environmental issues caused by the carbon era and provide clean and safe hydrogen energy to all of humanity, we are conducting research on the full-cycle hydrogen technology, from production to storage, transportation, and utilization.

    We are developing technology to convert clean electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power into clean hydrogen energy. Additionally, we are researching new systems and materials for safe & efficient storage and transportation, as well as technologies related to hydrogen vehicles and hydrogen power generation.

  • 5 Environmental & Climate Technology We research innovative technologies for climate change mitigation.

    We address global warming and environmental issues that have garnered worldwide attention. Our research focuses on technologies that can significantly improve environmental problems caused by industrial activities, such as carbon dioxide capture and artificial photosynthesis for fuel production.

    We also study innovative technologies for removing sources of atmospheric fine dust and enhancing the dust collection efficiency, as well as clean renewable energy production and high-value material manufacturing. These efforts aim to provide a cleaner environment for future generations.

    We also conduct research on nuclear fusion technology, the energy of the future, along with studies related to superconductors and magnets to make this a reality.