Focus on Power Quality

2025-05-27

On May 27, 2025, everything at the Balthasar-Neumann-Technikum Trier (BNT) revolved around electricity, disturbances, and how to detect them – during a specialist training session on Power Quality. The training took place as part of the European project CERTEB_OPT.

The session was led by Thomas Schwarz (Application Engineer) and Wolfgang Reitmeier (Sales West) – both from A. Eberle GmbH & Co. KG – who demonstrated in a practical way how to precisely measure, evaluate, and improve the quality of electrical energy.

Using the »WinPQ mobil« software, participants worked through simulated but realistic grid disturbances and practiced how to process and interpret measurement data – for example, in cases of harmonics or voltage deviations. This allowed theory and practice to be meaningfully combined.

With live measurements, illustrative examples, and state-of-the-art analysis technology, the training conveyed how disturbances in the power grid can be identified and energy losses reduced. Especially in the context of CERTEB_OPT – which employs digital building models and energy monitoring – these skills form a solid basis for further energy-saving measures.

Teachers from BNT and project participants took part in the session. They not only benefited from the technical know-how but also discussed the appropriate use of measurement devices within the project framework.

The training clearly demonstrated that modern measuring technology can help identify energy-related weak points in schools and public buildings, thus laying the foundation for noticeable improvements.

Successful first Spring School of the project at the MINT-Campus

2025-05-01

The very first Spring School of the project, organized by the MINT-Campus, took place from April 14 to 16.

Over the course of three days, young participants from different countries of the Greater Region explored the topic of energy in buildings, combining scientific activities, exchanges, and cultural discoveries.

The program included:

  • Laboratory experiments using advanced equipment
  • Thematic presentations led by scientists
  • Discussions between young participants and experts on current energy issues
  • Cultural activities, such as a visit to the city of Homburg and a tour of the former coal mine in Sankt Ingbert
  • Accommodation at the Homburg youth hostel, fostering cohesion and conviviality


This Spring School offered participants a unique opportunity to combine learning and exploration in a stimulating, international environment.

First Activities in Belgium: Students Shape Energy Renovation

2025-04-14

The first activities with students from one of the partner schools of the University of Liège in Belgium have taken place. For this initial contact, a board game focusing on the energy renovation of schools was used. This game enables young people to get involved in the renovation process of their school by sharing their impressions and making recommendations based on what they learned during the activity. At the same time, work is underway with the school's technical team to establish the energy baseline. This will help identify possible improvements to reduce the school’s energy consumption throughout the project, with a target set at a 15% reduction.