Alternative Energy Group
Academic Unit: Faculty of Engineering
Colombian Ministry of Science
OECD
Discipline
Engineering and technology
Subdiscipline
Mechanical engineering
Strategic Focus
The Alternative Energy Group — GEA seeks to develop real, practical, and effective solutions to the optimal use of non-conventional renewable energy sources, such as biomass and solar, wind, hydraulic, and hydrokinetic energy through the integration of teaching, research, and community outreach activities. Additionally, the Group seeks to promote the training of high-level human resources that contribute to social welfare and economic competitiveness of the country.
Research Areas and Topics
- Automation and control.
- Wind energy.
- Mini-hydraulic energy.
- Hydrokinetic energy.
- Wave energy.
- Solar energy.
- Photodegradation of pollutants.
- Advanced water treatment technologies.
- Vibrations.
- Manufacturing processes.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)