Joost Halkes

Joost Halkes

Lecturer-researcher
Joost Halkes MSc MBA is a passionate researcher at the forefront of smart energy systems. He's developing innovative ways to intelligently manage batteries, heat pumps, and electric vehicles. His mission: to make the energy transition affordable and accelerate its pace.

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After 20 years of leadership roles in the corporate world, Joost has returned to his technical roots. Driven by a passion for accelerating the energy transition, he now studies smart energy systems, focusing on the development and practical implementation of advanced control algorithms. As a lecturer in the Electrical Engineering program, he inspires the next generation of engineers.

"When will you step into your own spotlight?"

Joost Halkes

Joost will soon begin his PhD research at the New Urban Energy lectorate. He will develop advanced optimization algorithms to optimize smart assets not only financially but also for affordability, sustainability, comfort, and grid awareness. This research blends his technical skills and business acumen, with his social commitment.

Expertises

  • Smart energy systems
  • Optimization algorithms
  • Electricity markets

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Joost Halkes

Joost Halkes

  • Lecturer-researcher
  • Research group: Applied Urban Energy Transition