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# Astep Project

Solar Heat for Industrial Processes

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- [ASTEP Holds Final Review Meeting with the European Commission](https://astepproject.eu/astep-holds-final-review-meeting-with-the-european-commission/) - On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, the ASTEP consortium held its Final Review Meeting with the European Commission, marking the official conclusion of the project. The meeting took place at the UNED Library premises in Madrid, Spain, with a hybrid format allowing both in-person and remote participation.During the review, each Work Package leader presented the final
- [ASTEP Showcases Innovative Thermal Energy Storage Solution at Energy Storage 2025](https://astepproject.eu/astep-showcases-innovative-thermal-energy-storage-solution-at-energy-storage-2025/) - The ASTEP project was featured at the Energy Storage 2025 event held in Barcelona on January 22–23, where cutting-edge energy storage technologies were presented to an international audience.Represented by Juan P. Solano from the Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena (UPCT), ASTEP unveiled a poster titled:“A Fast Response Thermal Energy Store for Solar Heat in Industrial Processes
- [ASTEP Project Participated at the Renewable Energy Conference 2024](https://astepproject.eu/astep-project-participated-at-the-renewable-energy-conference-2024/) - The ASTEP project recently participated in the Second International Conference on Renewable Energy (REN) held on November 11-13, 2024, in Barcelona, Spain, hosted by the United Scientific Group, which brought together experts and innovators in clean energy technologies.ASTEP’s innovative solar thermal technology was presented during the event, highlighting its environmental, economic, and social benefits.The case
- [ASTEP System Sustainability Assessment](https://astepproject.eu/astep-system-sustainability-assessment/) - The Figure shows the GHG emissions of the life cycle phases of ASTEP system for both MAND and AMTP. The manufacturing phase of the ASTEP system produced the highest GHG emissions followed by the operation, transportation and then the waste disposal phase of the components at their end-of-life stage. The ASTEP solar thermal system demonstrates strong
- [ASTEP Key Innovation Lines](https://astepproject.eu/astep-key-innovation-lines/) - Throughout the course of the ASTEP project, three key innovation lines were developed, each contributing to the advancement of solar heat for industrial processes (SHIP). The first innovation, SunDial, introduced a novel rotary solar Fresnel collector designed for industrial applications, offering two possible configurations, longitudinal and transversal, to adapt to varying site requirements.The second innovation line
- [Final ASTEP Online Workshop – Exploring Our Key Results in Solar Thermal Innovation!](https://astepproject.eu/final-astep-online-workshop-exploring-our-key-results-in-solar-thermal-innovation/) - The ASTEP project is pleased to invite you to its Final Online Workshop, taking place on Monday, 16 June 2025 at 09:30 CET. This important event marks the culmination of our five-year journey in advancing solar thermal energy for industrial applications.The workshop will present the project’s Key Exploitable Results, showcasing technological advancements, insights, and lessons
- [ASTEP Holds Month 60 General Assembly Meeting in Loutraki, Greece](https://astepproject.eu/astep-holds-month-60-general-assembly-meeting-in-loutraki-greece/) - The ASTEP consortium assembled for its Month 60 General Assembly Meeting on 29-30 April 2025 in Loutraki, Greece, hosted in the context of the project’s final implementation phase. Partners gathered to assess progress, address remaining technical challenges, and align on final steps ahead of the concluding review with the European Commission.The two-day meeting featured the
- [ASTEP’s New Research Paper Explores Energy Efficiency in Thermal Systems: A Breakthrough in Sustainable Engineering](https://astepproject.eu/asteps-new-research-paper-explores-energy-efficiency-in-thermal-systems-a-breakthrough-in-sustainable-engineering/) - A new ASTEP research study explores ways to improve energy efficiency in thermal systems, helping industries reduce energy use while maintaining performance.The findings offer practical solutions for making heating and cooling processes more effective, which is key to sustainability.The study was carried out by Bernardo Buonomo, Oronzio Manca, Sergio Nardini, Renato Elpidio Plomitallo, Lisa Gobio-Thomas,
- [ASTEP’s 26th Scientific & Technical Committee Meeting: Key Updates and Exciting Progress](https://astepproject.eu/asteps-26th-scientific-technical-committee-meeting-key-updates-and-exciting-progress/) - On Friday, March 7, 2025, the ASTEP consortium met online for the 26th Scientific & Technical Committee (STC) meeting, where partners presented the latest advancements across all Work Packages.We are thrilled to share a major milestone:One of the ASTEP Pilot Units is set to be shipped to Mandrekas S.A. in Greece next month for further
- [ASTEP Joins the European Projects Corner at the RedTES Meeting in Barcelona](https://astepproject.eu/astep-joins-the-european-projects-corner-at-the-redtes-meeting-in-barcelona/) - On December 17, 2024, ASTEP partners, including colleagues from UNED and ANALISIS-DSC, represented the project at the European Projects Corner during the hybrid RedTES meeting in Barcelona.The event focused on Thermal Energy Storage (TES) applications and gathered participants from universities, research centers, and companies. It provided an excellent platform to exchange ideas, foster collaborations, and
- [ASTEP Publication: Advancing Solar Energy Innovation](https://astepproject.eu/astep-publication-advancing-solar-energy-innovation/) - The ASTEP project is proud to announce a featured publication presented at the Proceedings of the World Conference on Climate Change and Global Warming. The study highlights the use of an artificial neural network (ANN) model, developed in MATLAB, to predict the environmental performance of ASTEP’s innovative solar thermal system over a 30-year period.The ASTEP
- [Season’s Greetings from the ASTEP Project Team](https://astepproject.eu/seasons-greetings-from-the-astep-project-team/) - As the holiday season approaches, the ASTEP project team would like to extend our warmest wishes to all our partners, stakeholders, and supporters.This year, we have made remarkable progress in advancing sustainable solar energy solutions for industrial applications, thanks to the collaboration and dedication of everyone involved.As we celebrate the festive season, we remain committed
- [The #8 ASTEP Newsletter is Out Now!](https://astepproject.eu/the-8-astep-newsletter-is-out-now/) - The ASTEP Project Reaches a Milestone with Its #8 Newsletter!We are thrilled to announce the release of the #8 newsletter of the ASTEP project!As we approach the final six months of the project and the end of 2024, this newsletter reflects on our remarkable progress, offering insights into key updates, results, and events.With just one
- [Advancing Solar Energy Technology Through Rigorous Testing](https://astepproject.eu/advancing-solar-energy-technology-through-rigorous-testing/) - The ASTEP project is proud to announce a significant milestone in its journey towards revolutionizing industrial energy systems with innovative solar energy solutions. At this pivotal stage, the project is conducting comprehensive testing of its four primary sub-systems: the solar field, the thermal energy storage system, and the integrated system. These tests mark a crucial
- [Check out our new "Web Training" section!](https://astepproject.eu/check-out-our-new-web-training-section/) - We are excited to unveil a new “Web Training” subsection on the ASTEP website under the Dissemination and Communication tab!This dedicated section hosts 10 engaging videos from our 1st ASTEP workshop, offering an in-depth look at the innovations driving the project forward.The videos cover a wide array of topics, including:Introduction to the ASTEP (Application of
- [Discover ASTEP's New Video Library!](https://astepproject.eu/discover-asteps-new-video-library/) - We’re thrilled to announce a new addition to the ASTEP project website: a dedicated Video Library!This new section combines all our project-related videos in one convenient location, offering insights into ASTEP’s journey, events, achievements, and innovations in solar thermal energy for industrial applications.From conference presentations to field updates and collaborative discussions with industry experts, our
- [ASTEP at SolarPACES 2024 with Poster and Abstract Presentations](https://astepproject.eu/astep-at-solarpaces-2024-with-poster-and-abstract-presentations/) - ASTEP at SolarPACES 2024 with Poster and Abstract PresentationsThe ASTEP project proudly showcased its advancements in solar thermal energy for industrial applications at SolarPACES 2024. Our team presented four technical abstracts and a poster, highlighting ASTEP’s cutting-edge solutions and contributions to concentrated solar power (CSP) and solar heat integration for industrial processes.The poster, titled “Analyzing the
- [ASTEP at EuroSun 2024: New Video Highlights Our Event Experience](https://astepproject.eu/astep-at-eurosun-2024-new-video-highlights-our-event-experience/) - We’re excited to share a fresh look at ASTEP’s time at EuroSun 2024! We’ve just published a video that captures our team’s experience at Europe’s key solar energy event, where ASTEP had the chance to connect with industry leaders and experts in solar thermal innovation.In the video, you’ll see highlights from our booth, where we
- [ASTEP Successfully Holds Month 54 General Meeting in Madrid](https://astepproject.eu/astep-successfully-holds-month-54-general-meeting-in-madrid/) - We’re excited to share that the ASTEP project has wrapped up its Month 54 General Meeting, which took place from October 28-30, 2024, at the National University of Distance Education (UNED) in Madrid, Spain. This gathering brought together our dedicated project partners to reflect on our progress, finalise technical developments, and gear up for the
- [ASTEP Project Shines at EuroSun 2024!](https://astepproject.eu/astep-project-shines-at-eurosun-2024/) - The ASTEP (Advanced Solar Thermal Energy for Process Heating) project team is delighted to have participated in EuroSun 2024, held from August 26 to 30, in Limassol, Cyprus. This prominent international conference, organized by the International Solar Energy Society (ISES) and the IEA Solar Heating and Cooling Programme, brought together experts to discuss cutting-edge solar
- [Join Our Solar Thermal Energy Survey! 🌞](https://astepproject.eu/join-our-solar-thermal-energy-survey-🌞/) - We are conducting a crucial survey to assess industrial interest in applying solar thermal energy to industrial processes (ASTEP).We invite stakeholders, domain experts, and the public to participate. Help us assess the application of solar thermal energy in industrial processes by participating in our survey.About ASTEPThe ASTEP system, commissioned by the EU under the Solar
- [Join ASTEP at EuroSun 2024! 🌞](https://astepproject.eu/join-astep-at-eurosun-2024-🌞/) - We are delighted to announce that ASTEP will be a proud sponsor and participant at the EuroSun 2024 conference.EuroSun 2024: the ISES and IEA SHC International Conference on Sustainable and Solar Energy for Buildings and Industry will take place from August 26 to 30, 2024, in the vibrant city of Limassol, Cyprus!EuroSun 2024 is jointly
- [ASTEP’s M48 General Assembly](https://astepproject.eu/asteps-m48-general-assembly/) - From May 13-14, 2024, the ASTEP project held its M48 General Assembly, a pivotal event that brought together all partners to review and discuss the latest advancements. Each work package provided detailed updates on their progress, highlighting the significant strides made over the past months.Key activities during the assembly included the convening of the Project
- [ASTEP on CORDIS Website!](https://astepproject.eu/astep-on-cordis-website/) - Discover an article about our project on the CORDIS website, available in six languages! Explore more about our project by reading the article here: Solar collectors good for the pocket and the environment (europa.eu)
- [ASTEP participated at 13th National and 4th International Conference in Engineering Thermodynamics](https://astepproject.eu/astep-participated-at-13th-national-and-4th-international-conference-in-engineering-thermodynamics/) - The 13th National and 4th International Conference on Engineering Thermodynamics (13CNIT) was held at the Universitat Jaume I between Wednesday, November 29, 2023, and Friday, December 1, 2023, under the slogan “Advances in Engineering Thermodynamics: The Key to Sustainable Development.” Mr. Rubén Abbas Cámara from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid represented the ASTEP project and presented
- [Happy Holidays from everyone at ASTEP!](https://astepproject.eu/happy-holidays-from-everyone-at-astep/) - Happy Holidays from the ASTEP team! We hope your holidays will be filled with joy and laughter through the New Year.
- [ASTEP's participation in the Eurotherm Seminar](https://astepproject.eu/asteps-participation-in-the-eurotherm-seminar/) - Our Consortium partner, Analisis-DSC, actively participated in the Eurotherm Seminar “Innovative solutions for thermal energy storage deployment” held from May 24-26, 2023, at the University of Lleida in Spain. The seminar was organized by the GREiA research team at the University of Lleida, with Analisis-DSC proudly serving as one of the twelve sponsors of the
- [ASTEP participated in the RED TES meeting](https://astepproject.eu/astep-participated-in-the-red-tes-meeting/) - On the 14th of November,2023, ANALISIS-DSC, Technical University of Madrid, and Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena shared various aspects of the ASTEP project during the RED TES meeting in San Sebastián. Members of RedTES also shared their respective experiences and results from European projects related to Thermal Energy Storage. It has been a great opportunity to
- [ASTEP’s M42 General Assembly](https://astepproject.eu/asteps-m42-general-assembly/) - On October 26th, 2023, ASTEP held its M42 General Assembly online, including the 19th Scientific & Technical Committee and 2nd Internal Workshop on Exploitation. This meeting took place after a positive evaluation of the project during the second reporting period. It focused on reviewing the first 42 months of our project, discussing our achievements, and
- [ASTEP’s M36 General Assembly](https://astepproject.eu/asteps-m36-general-assembly/) - From May 10th to May 12th, 2023, ASTEP held its M36 General Assembly in London. This three-day event was all about reviewing the first 36 months of our project, discussing our achievements, and plotting our course for the future.Day 1 – Project Steering Committee (May 10th, 2023): The first day was dedicated to the Project Steering
- [ASTEP KERs on Solar Energy Helix/ Crowdhelix Platform](https://astepproject.eu/astep-kers-on-solar-energy-helix-crowdhelix-platform/) - Crowdhelix is an Open Innovation platform that forges links between an international network of excellent researchers and innovating companies so that they can plan, deliver, and exploit pioneering collaborative projects and value chains.We’re excited to announce that we have published the two ASTEP Key Exploitable Results (KERs) on the Crowdhelix platform. You can find the two
- [At ASTEP our mission is simple... (video)](https://astepproject.eu/at-astep-our-mission-is-simple-video/) - The main objective of ASTEP project is to successfully demonstrate the viability of applying solar thermal energy to partially cover heating, and heating and cooling demands on two different relevant industrial demo sites located on two different climate regions, and to further develop the implementation of solar thermal energy in industrial processes up to 400
- [ASTEP participated in SUSTAINABLE PLACES 2023](https://astepproject.eu/astep-participated-in-sustainable-places-2023/) - The ASTEP Coordinator partner: UNED has participated in the ‘SOLAR ENERGY IN INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES: HOW TO MEET THE EXPECTATIONS OF THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION’ workshop, within the 11th annual edition of Sustainable Places (SP2023) event, in Madrid between the 14th-16th June 2023 and gave a presentation regarding the ‘Development of industrial solutions with limited installation, maintenance,
- [ASTEP participation in ECOS 2023](https://astepproject.eu/astep-participation-in-ecos-2023/) - ASTEP recently participated in ECOS2023, where our project partner Maria Esther Palacios Lorenzo from UNED delivered an insightful presentation titled “A high fidelity simulation model for the precise characterization of a solar air-cooled ammonia water absorption chiller at part load operation”. The conference aimed to foster knowledge sharing and facilitate discussions surrounding the performance, economics, and environmental
- [ASTEP Included in EEN Catalogue of Energy Solutions!](https://astepproject.eu/astep-included-in-een-catalogue-of-energy-solutions/) - As a result of the current high-cost energy situation, SMEs throughout Europe face significant pressure to decrease their energy consumption, enhance energy efficiency, and adopt carbon-neutral renewable energy sources as alternatives to environmentally harmful fossil fuels. This pressure extends not only to European SMEs but also to energy-intensive industries, cities, and municipalities, necessitating the development
- [ASTEP project and eBOS's contribution](https://astepproject.eu/astep-project-and-eboss-contribution/) - Gianna Avgousti, eBOS R&D Project Manager presents the vision and accomplishments of the ASTEP project along with eBOS participation and contribution. ASTEP goal is to further develop the implementation of solar thermal energy in industrial processes, covering heating and cooling demands while testing the ASTEP concept at real operational conditions at two case studies facilities.Watch
- [Workshop: SOLAR ENERGY IN INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES: HOW TO MEET THE EXPECTATIONS OF THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION](https://astepproject.eu/workshop-solar-energy-in-industrial-processes-how-to-meet-the-expectations-of-the-european-commission/) - The ASTEP Coordinator partner: UNED will participate in the ‘SOLAR ENERGY IN INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES: HOW TO MEET THE EXPECTATIONS OF THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION’ workshop, within the 11th annual edition of Sustainable Places (SP2023) event, in Madrid between the 14th-16th June 2023.The workshop has been co-organized by the project FRIENDSHIP, and it will happen on June
- [Eurotherm Seminar: Innovative solutions for thermal energy storage deployment ](https://astepproject.eu/eurotherm-seminar-innovative-solutions-for-thermal-energy-storage-deployment/) - It is a pleasure for our Consortium partner Analisis-DSC to participate in the Eurotherm Seminar “Innovative solutions for thermal energy storage deployment” on May 24-26, 2023, at the University of Lleida in Spain. The GREiA research team at the University of Lleida (Spain) organizes the Eurotherm Seminar and ADSC is one of the twelve proud sponsors
- [Crowdhelix Developes Cutting Edge AI to Enhance its Recommender Engine by 50%](https://astepproject.eu/crowdhelix-developes-cutting-edge-ai-to-enhance-its-recommender-engine-by-50/) - What Does This Mean for ASTEP? Members of the Solar Energy Helix Community will continue to use the Crowdhelix platform as they did before. Changes have only been implemented in the background.The new Recommender System makes it quicker and easier for members of the Solar Energy Helix Community to connect and collaborate with like-minded experts from
- [Visit to Mandrekas dairy, Corinth, Greece](https://astepproject.eu/visit-to-mandrekas-dairy-corinth-greece/) - On the 25th of November 2022, Consortium members from DRA, CRES, BUL and REL visited the Mandrekas dairy in Corinth, to plan on-site case study testing (under WP7 “Monitoring”). Others from UPM, UNED and ADSC joined for an online meeting and discussions in the afternoon.Mandrekas made great progress in preparing for delivery of the ASTEP components.
- [New publication: Environmental impacts of solar thermal power plants used in industrial supply chains.](https://astepproject.eu/new-publication-environmental-impacts-of-solar-thermal-power-plants-used-in-industrial-supply-chains/) - Brunel University, one of the partners in the ASTEP Consortium published an article on the ‘Environmental impacts of solar thermal power plants used in industrial supply chains’.A systematic literature review was conducted to investigate the environmental impact of solar thermal power plants in the industrial supply chains. A number of different solar thermal power collectors
- [Happy Holidays from the ASTEP team!](https://astepproject.eu/happy-holidays-from-the-astep-team/) - https://astepproject.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ASTEP_Christmas_2022.mp4 Happy Holidays from the ASTEP team.We hope your holidays will be filled with joy and laughter through the New Year. Thank you for your continued support. We’re so glad to have you and look forward to serving you in the future. We look forward to enter the new year 2023 and work hard into achieving
- [ASTEP M30 Physical General Assembly](https://astepproject.eu/astep-m30-physical-general-assembly/) - From October 19th to 21st, 2022, a series of events related to the European project ASTEP (Application of Solar Thermal Energy to Processes) has taken place at the Escuelas Pías building of the UNED’s associate centre in Madrid, Spain.This project is funded by the European Commission, coordinated by Professor Antonio Rovira from the ETSII of
- [The Second Solar Energy Helix event](https://astepproject.eu/the-second-solar-energy-helix-event/) - The 2nd Solar Energy Helix event took place on the 20th of October in Madrid as part of our first in person progress meeting. This year, the Helix event focused on clustering with our sister projects and creating new collaboration opportunities for the upcoming Horizon Europe calls.Taking advantage of the in-person meeting and the central
- [ASTEP in the Sustainable places 2022 event](https://astepproject.eu/astep-in-the-sustainable-places-2022-event/) - ASTEP was introduced in the Sustainable places 2022 event!Video is out now!Renewable energy technologies for heating and cooling are safe, clean, efficient and increasingly cost-competitive. In its vision 2050 prospective document, the European Technology and Innovation Platform on Renewable Heating and Cooling – RHC ETIP – envisions that 100% renewable energy-based heating and cooling (100%
- [ASTEP flyer_August 2022](https://astepproject.eu/astep-flyer_august-2022/) - ASTEP flyer is out now!Read more about this innovative Solar Heating for Industrial Processes (SHIP) concept focused on overcoming current limitations! Tested at 2 Industrial sites!These test locations will validate the ASTEP solution for a substantial part of the potential requirements of industrial heating and cooling demand of the European Union, which is estimated at approximately
- [ArcelorMittal: Meet the world’s leading steel and mining company and one of the two case studies of ASTEP](https://astepproject.eu/arcelormittal-meet-the-worlds-leading-steel-and-mining-company-and-one-of-the-two-case-studies-of-astep/) - ArcelorMittal is the largest steel manufacturer in North America, South America, and Europe.AMTP Iasi is one of the two case studies of the ASTEP project. This mill is part of the ArcelorMittal Tubular Products division which is composed of 15 mills strategically distributed all over Europe. In particular, AM Iasi is dedicated to the production of
- [ASTEP Newsletter #3 now available_October 2021](https://astepproject.eu/astep-newsletter-3-now-available_october-2021/) - ASTEP has released its Newsletter #3.In this third version of ASTEP Newsletter you are able to learn more for:the first 18 months of ASTEP implementation and progress,the Solar Energy Helix Community,the projects participation in the SolarPACES 2021 Conference, and other events,the projects ongoing actions, results, and publications available,as well as an introduction of two members
- [ASTEP Kick-off Meeting!](https://astepproject.eu/astep-kick-off-meeting/) - On the 27th and 28th of May 2020, the H2020 project ASTEP ‘Application of Solar Thermal Energy to Processes’ held its kick-off meeting [..]
- [ASTEP M6 plenary meeting](https://astepproject.eu/astep-m6-plenary-meeting/) - The 1st plenary (progress) meeting of ASTEP project was held on the 10th of November 2020 via teleconference, with representatives from [..]
- [ASTEP #1 Newsletter, October 2020](https://astepproject.eu/astep-1st-newsletter/) - We are happy to share with you the very first ASTEP newsletter and to introduce you to this EU-funded Research and Innovation Action that aims to [..]
- [Season's Greetings](https://astepproject.eu/from-all-astep-partners/) - Season’s greetings and best wishes from the very merry team of ASTEP project!”
- [Explore the Solar Energy Helix](https://astepproject.eu/explore-the-solar-energy-helix/) - As part of the ASTEP project, we are pleased to introduce the Solar Energy Helix
- [ASTEP M12 General Assembly, May 2021](https://astepproject.eu/astep-m12-general-assembly-may-2021/) - The ASTEP project completes its first year of implementation and all partners attended the General Assembly on the 18th and 19th of May 2021 via teleconference.
- [ANALISIS-DSC presented the ASTEP project in the EnerStock 2021 Conference](https://astepproject.eu/analisis-dsc-presented-the-astep-project-in-the-enerstock-2021-conference/) - The 15th International Conference on Energy Storage ENERSTOCK2021, was held online, from 9 to 11 June 2021 and was hosted by the University of Ljubljana - Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the National Institute of Chemistry, Slovenia. At the conference, an impressive number of distinguished experts presented the latest scientific and technological achievements as well
- [Interview with Prof. David Reay](https://astepproject.eu/interview-with-prof-david-reay/) - Prof. Reay is part of the Management Support Team (MST) of ASTEP project, and is currently the Scientific and Innovation manager of the Consortium, as well as leading WP7, the site demonstrations.Academic & other positions: Emeritus Professor – Newcastle University; Honorary Professor – Nottingham University; Visiting Professor – Northumbria University, Newcastle; Principal Consultant – David
- [ASTEP #2 Newsletter, June2021](https://astepproject.eu/astep-2nd-newsletter_june-2021/) - Our Latest news and Top stories to share with you!We are delighted to publish the second ASTEP newsletter.The scope of the newsletter is to provide regular updates on project progress and inform you about highlights as well as ASTEP and other relevant events. It is envisioned to have two e-newsletters per year.In this second issue you
- [ASTEP_Selection and Definition of Materials and Manufacturing](https://astepproject.eu/astep_selection-and-definition-of-materials-and-manufacturing/) - The focus at this point is on the choice of Phase Change Materials (PCM) materials and manufacturing methods for PCM-based thermal energy storage units characterized by the high rate of charging and regulated rate of discharging and large storage capacity. At least two test units for composite PCMs storage systems shall be implemented and validated according
- [The Solar Energy Helix Community reaches 100+ organisations!](https://astepproject.eu/the-solar-energy-helix-community-reaches-100-organisations/) - After 18 months of hard work and dedication, the ASTEP Consortium is pleased to announce that the Solar Energy Helix community has reached over 100 organisations from across the globe. The Solar Energy Helix is an international Open Innovation community of specialists in various fields such as Solar Energy and Decarbonisation. Launched to support ASTEP’s
- [ASTEP at the 27th SolarPACES Conference](https://astepproject.eu/astep-at-the-27th-solarpaces-conference/) - SolarPACES (Solar Power and Chemical Energy Systems) is an international cooperative network bringing together teams of national experts from around the world to focus on the development and marketing of concentrating solar power systems (also known as solar thermal power systems). It is one of several collaborative programs, called Implementing Agreements, managed under the umbrella
- [The next Solar Energy Helix event at the TechConnect Europe Innovation Conference & Expo](https://astepproject.eu/the-next-solar-energy-event-at-the-techconnect-europe-innovation-conference-expo/) - The ASTEP Consortium is pleased to announce that the next Solar Energy Helix event will take place on 15 – 17 of November in Malmo, Sweden, as part of the first edition of TechConnect Europe.TechConnect is a global technology prospecting company that has established programs, experience and networks in innovation commercialization, investments, marketing, and events
- [ASTEP presence in the Sustainable Places 2021](https://astepproject.eu/astep-presence-in-the-sustainable-places-2021/) - The 9th annual edition of Sustainable Places (SP2021) was a hybrid event, from 28th September to 1st October, with the in-person sessions to be hosted in Rome, Italy. SP2021 is gathering more than 150 European projects representing €850 million in R&D and 1500 research performing organizations. ASTEP participated as a funded Horizon 2020 project in
- [ASTEP_M18 General Assembly, October 2021](https://astepproject.eu/astep_m18-general-assembly-october-2021/) - ASTEP’s M18 General Assembly was held online on the 13-14 October 2021 analysing the first 18 months of the projects implementation as well as discussing the progress and the way forward.Partners from the Consortium joined this two day meeting, and presented their effort so far. The 3rd Project Steering Committee meeting also took place, along
- [SolarPACES 2021](https://astepproject.eu/solarpaces-2021/) - Five exiting SolarPACES days are over with plenty of inspiring presentations and lively discussions between experts worldwide. CRES honoured to participate in the conference by chairing the Solar Industrial Process Heat and Thermal Desalination session FRI-1B.In FRI-1B Solar Industrial Process Heat and Desalination session were included 6 very interesting presentations.The presentations were focused on integration
- [IEA SHC Solar Heat Worldwide](https://astepproject.eu/iea-shc-solar-heat-worldwide/) - The last edition of the IEA SHC Solar Heat Worldwide report is already available hereA dedicated chapter to Solar heat for industrial processes is also included showing that across the globe, interest in solar thermal systems for industrial processes (SHIP) has grown steadily. Several promising projects has been undertaken in the last couple of years
- [Preliminary design of Sundial for ArcelorMittal Tubular Products user-case](https://astepproject.eu/preliminary-design-of-sundial-for-arcelormittal-tubular-products-user-case/) - ASTEP project creates an innovative Solar Heat to Industrial Processes concept that will be tested at two industrial sites.The first one is a factory of ArcelorMittal Tubular Products (AMTP) located at a latitude of 47.1 N (Iasi, Romania). The second one is the dairy company Mandrekas, located at a latitude of 37.93 N (Corinth, Greece).The
- [Happy Holidays from everyone at ASTEP!](https://astepproject.eu/elementor-1663/) - https://astepproject.eu/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ASTEP_Christmas_DEFINITIVE-2.mp4 Happy Holidays from everyone at ASTEP. We hope your holidays will be filled with joy and laughter through the New Year.Thank you for your continued support. We’re so glad to have you and look forward to serving you in the future.We look forward to enter the new year 2022 and work hard into achieving
- [The Scientific and Technical Committee (STC) of ASTEP](https://astepproject.eu/the-scientific-and-technical-committee-stc-of-astep/) - The Scientific and Technical Committee (STC) of ASTEP brings together the leaders of the ten Work Packages (WP’s) that are the backbone of ASTEP. The STC provides a regular bi-monthly forum for updating us on progress, especially set against the target timescales, and setting forward actions to be implemented, to be reviewed at the next
- [Interview with Rosie Christodoulaki (CRES)](https://astepproject.eu/interview-with-rosie-christodoulaki-cres/) - Rosie Christodoulaki is representing the Centre for Renewable Energy Sources and Saving (CRES), one of the sixteen partners in the ASTEP project. CRES is the Greek organisation for Renewable Energy Sources (RES), Rational Use of Energy (RUE) and Energy Saving (ES) and has been appointed as the national co-ordination centre in its area of activity.
- [ASTEP Newsletter #4 now available_April 2022](https://astepproject.eu/astep-newsletter-4-now-available_april-2022/) - ASTEP has released its #4 Newsletter.In this fourth edition of ASTEP Newsletter you will be able to:a brief mention of relevant past and upcoming events. a dedicated post to the Scientific and Technical Committee of ASTEP,an exclusive interview with a representative of CRES, the public deliverables of the project, exploration to our publications.At the end of this version, we introduce two
- [ASTEP 2 Year Implementation_May 2022](https://astepproject.eu/astep-2-year-implementation_may-2022/) - On May 4th, 2022, the ASTEP ‘Application of Solar Thermal Energy to Processes’ H2020 project held its two-year General Assembly via teleconference.The meeting brought together representatives of all 15 Consortium partners under the leadership of the Project Coordinator, Prof. Antonio Rovira, representing UNED (Spain). The ASTEP project focuses in overcoming the current limitations of the Solar
- [The solar thermal industry as an economic engine in Spain](https://astepproject.eu/the-solar-thermal-industry-as-an-economic-engine-in-spain/) - On June 15th, there was a presentation of the report "The solar thermal industry as an economic engine in Spain", prepared by PwC for Protermosolar, which discussed the potential of solar thermal technology in the context of the European Recovery and Resilience Plan and the objectives of the National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan (PNIEC)

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- [Deliverables](https://astepproject.eu/deliverables/) - Deliverables ASTEP ‘Application of Solar Thermal Energy to Processes’ pursues a culture of openness and will provide many of the project deliverables for the public. They will be published on this page in the course of the project. Deliverable Title Type Due Date D1.1 Project management and quality handbook Confidential 31/05/2020 D1.2.1 Project Management Plan
- [Newsletters](https://astepproject.eu/newsletters/) - Newsletters The ASTEP Newsletter comprises one of the employed methods used to disseminate information about the project to the general public and stakeholders. The Newsletter provides information about the progress of ASTEP, its research, its results, planned and past events and various community news. It provides highlights into research thrust of the project and acknowledges
- [Video Clips](https://astepproject.eu/video-clips/) - Video Clips ASTEP SolarPACES 2020 presentation Enhancement of SunDial Optical Performance Handling Cosine and End Losses paper analyzes the effect of the solar field tilt and its width/length ratio for innovative SunDial collectors. ASTEP Video REL June 2023 At ASTEP our mission is simple… ASTEP TecnoGetafe F2I2 Exploration of the Tecnogetafe in Madrid (Spain), where
- [Publications](https://astepproject.eu/publications/) - Publications The ASTEP initiative aims at making an impact on everyday lives with their research. Therefore, information about our research papers, publications and posters will be provided under this tab. A FAST RESPONSE THERMAL ENERGY STORE FOR SOLAR HEAT IN INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES (Poster for TES 2025) Steady-state analysis of an innovative rotatory Fresnel collector integrated
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- [CONTACT US](https://astepproject.eu/contact-us/) - Contact Us Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (UNED) Project Coordinator:Prof. Antonio Rovira Crowdhelix Ltd(CHX) Communication Manager:Mr. Evangelos Koullis Contact Email: infoastepproject.eu Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Contact Name *Contact Email Address *Subject *Message *MessageGDPR Agreement *I consent to having this website store my submitted information so they can respond to
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- [Press Releases](https://astepproject.eu/press-releases/) - Press Releases “UNED investigación: un Reloj de Sol para aportar energía a la industria europea”UNED, 20 de julio de 2020 “Fabryka zasilana OZE? To możliwe!”Politechnice Wrocławskiej, 30 December 2020 “A factory powered by RES? It’s possible!”Wrocław University of Science and Technology, 07 January 2021 “Naukowcy PWr odlewają wkładki przypominające plastry miodu. Wszystko po to, żeby
- [Web Training](https://astepproject.eu/web-training/) - Web Training Month 30 General Meeting_1st ASTEP workshop Introduction to the ASTEP system design Requirements for ASTEP and Concept Design Steady State Analysis of the Integrated ASTEP system Solar Helix by Crowdhelix SunDial Optical Design SunDial Thermal Design TES Design and Manufacturing TES Design of the Thermal Accumulators Q & A
- [CONSORTIUM](https://astepproject.eu/consortium/) - Consortium The consortium has been carefully selected to enable the achievement of the objectives set in cross-cutting call “Building a Low-carbon, climate resilient future” for Topic “Solar Energy in Industrial Processes”. Operational capacities, knowledge and experience of the project partners are on top-level in Europe, which ensures efficient exploitation and impact of the project. (ADSC)
- [NEWS & EVENTS](https://astepproject.eu/news-events/) - News & Events ASTEP Holds Final Review Meeting with the European Commission On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, the ASTEP consortium held… Learn more ASTEP Project Participated at the Renewable Energy Conference 2024 The ASTEP project recently participated in the Second International… Learn more ASTEP System Sustainability Assessment The Figure shows the GHG emissions of the
- [General Public](https://astepproject.eu/general-public/) - General Public Happy Holidays from the ASTEP team! Happy Holidays from the ASTEP team. We hope your holidays...Read More The Second Solar Energy Helix event The 2nd Solar Energy Helix event took place on the...Read More ASTEP M30 Physical General Assembly From October 19th to 21st, 2022, a series of events...Read More ASTEP in the
- [Results](https://astepproject.eu/results/) - Results Integration and Simulation of Solar Thermal Energy to dairy Processes Click for more Integrated ASTEP system: operation, control, and performance Click for more Preliminary design of Sundial for Mandrekas user-case Click for more Modelling and simulation of the charging and discharging cycles of the TES Click for more The Second Solar Energy Helix event
- [Manufacturing Industry](https://astepproject.eu/manufacturing-industry/) - Manufacturing Industry The solar thermal industry as an economic engine in Spain On June 15th, there was a presentation of the report...Read More
- [Material Engineering](https://astepproject.eu/material-engineering/) - Material Engineering The Second Solar Energy Helix event The 2nd Solar Energy Helix event took place on the...Read More ASTEP M30 Physical General Assembly From October 19th to 21st, 2022, a series of events...Read More ASTEP in the Sustainable places 2022 event ASTEP was introduced in the Sustainable places 2022 event! Video...Read More ASTEP flyer_August
- [Energy Engineering](https://astepproject.eu/energy-engineering/) - Energy Engineering Preliminary design of Sundial for ArcelorMittal Tubular Products user-case ASTEP project creates an innovative Solar Heat to Industrial Processes...Read More The solar thermal industry as an economic engine in Spain On June 15th, there was a presentation of the report...Read More
- [Chemical Energy](https://astepproject.eu/chemical-energy/) - Chemical Energy The Second Solar Energy Helix event The 2nd Solar Energy Helix event took place on the...Read More ASTEP M30 Physical General Assembly From October 19th to 21st, 2022, a series of events...Read More The solar thermal industry as an economic engine in Spain On June 15th, there was a presentation of the report...Read
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- [METHODOLOGY](https://astepproject.eu/methodology/) - Methodology The methodology involves cooperation and fluent communication among the different partners working in their specialisation fields. It goes from industrial partners needs to technological developers and comes back to the industrial partners with the integrated system developed for the involved end users.The methodology starts from the collected innovation potentials and the initial research of
- [OVERALL CONCEPT](https://astepproject.eu/overall-concept/) - Overall Concept The use of solar thermal energy in industry and tertiary sector is currently insignificant, even though this application has a huge technical and commercial potential, about 30% of the overall energy demand in the partner countries originates in the industrial sector, mainly as heat at temperature levels below 250 °C. In several specific
- [ABOUT](https://astepproject.eu/about/) - About ASTEP​ Application of Solar Thermal Energy to Processes (ASTEP) will create a new innovative Solar Heating for Industrial Processes (SHIP) concept focused on overcoming the current limitations of these systems. SHIP is becoming increasingly relevant as one of the ways to meet the high thermal energy demand required for industry. This involves a double
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