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Yukihiko MATSUMURA, Professor, Hiroshima University
13th Director of the Division of Energy Engineering, the Society of Chemical Engineers, Japan

 

Based on the Paris Agreement, decarbonization is sought more and more. Thus, appropriate use of energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is needed. Simply replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy will not be a practical solution. We need to consider various aspects including energy potential, energy price, social system, electricity storage, and grid stabilization to discuss energy issues for the optimal solution.

Chemical Engineering studies systems, and can discuss topics ranging from elements to the systems, considering the various aspects mentioned above. For this purpose, a place to exchange ideas and share information among those who are working on energy and/or who are interested in energy. The Division of Energy Engineering will proceed with activities related to energy including decarbonization that is effective for this.

The activities will be made through the three research groups. Still, in addition, interaction among related members is to be enhanced through annual and autumnal meetings of SCEJ, seminars, site visits, etc. in terms of topics ranging from elemental technologies such as energy conversion, recovery, saving, and storage to system studies such as proposal, development, and evaluation. participation of those who are interested in energy and cooperation in the activities of this division is highly appreciated.

Apr., 2023
Yukihiko Matsumura, 13th Director of the Division of Energy Engineering (FY2023-24)