Key institutions

Interdisciplinary Center of Energy Planning. Universidade Estadual de Campinas (NIPE)

Interdisciplinary Center of Energy Planning. Universidade Estadual de Campinas (NIPE)

Type of Institution:

Research centre

Work field:

Mitigation

  • Solar thermal energy
  • Solar photovoltaic energy
  • Hydroelectric energy
  • Wind energy
  • Biomass
  • Other renewable energies
  • Energy efficiency (residences and offices)
  • Energy efficiency (industry)
  • Transport
  • Waste management
  • Legistative and institutional framework

Scope:

Brazil

Services:

The Interdisciplinary Center of Energy Planning (NIPE), Interdisciplinary Research Center, complementary organ of the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), with its own specialized technical personnel and technical administrator, has, as its mission, conduct studies and research, provide consultancy and advisory services, and train professionals in the interdisciplinary areas of energy and energy planning, as well as to influence in the design and implementation of energy policies that are an appropriate means for the sustainable development of the society. The (4) Lines of Research defined by the scientific council are: energy systems planning, energy policies and regulation, energy, environment and sustainable development, technology of energy systems.