Melbourne Energy Institute
The Melbourne Energy Institute delivers influential, interdisciplinary research on the transition to a clean energy system. We work with the community, industry and government on some of the world's most pressing energy challenges.
Research Programs
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Energy Systems
The Energy Systems Program considers how different energy technologies interact with one another, society and the environment. The program includes the technical, economic and environmental analysis of energy networks, wholesale and retail energy markets and energy system planning.
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Hydrogen and Clean Fuels
The Hydrogen and Clean Fuels Program integrates research into production, distribution and use of hydrogen in the energy system. The program studies electrolysis and clean fuel production, as well as hydrogen and clean fuel distribution and use in industrial and transport applications.
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Power Generation and Transport
The Power Generation and Transport Program brings together researchers who investigate several forms of renewable and low emission power plants for stationary and mobile applications. This includes advanced wind, solar, gas turbine, reciprocating engine and energy storage technologies.
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Energy Materials
The Energy Materials Program assembles researchers working in materials science and engineering, and focuses on the discovery and optimisation of materials for energy applications. This includes materials for energy generation, storage, transport, and consumption such as hydrogen electrolysis, batteries, solar energy conversion and lighting.
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MEI runs a vibrant news and events program and welcomes enquiries from prospective students and industry partners.
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Energy Systems
The Energy Systems Program considers how different energy technologies interact with one another, society and the environment. The program includes the technical, economic and environmental analysis of energy networks, wholesale and retail energy markets and energy system planning.
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Hydrogen and Clean Fuels
The Hydrogen and Clean Fuels Program integrates research into production, distribution and use of hydrogen in the energy system. The program studies electrolysis and clean fuel production, as well as hydrogen and clean fuel distribution and use in industrial and transport applications.
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Power Generation and Transport
The Power Generation and Transport Program brings together researchers who investigate several forms of renewable and low emission power plants for stationary and mobile applications. This includes advanced wind, solar, gas turbine, reciprocating engine and energy storage technologies.
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Energy Materials
The Energy Materials Program assembles researchers working in materials science and engineering, and focuses on the discovery and optimisation of materials for energy applications. This includes materials for energy generation, storage, transport, and consumption such as hydrogen electrolysis, batteries, solar energy conversion and lighting.
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Master of Energy Systems
This program integrates the study of the technology, business and science of energy, focusing on the key areas of: evaluating energy systems; energy-related investment decisions; policy development and implementation; and greenhouse gas management issues.
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Research and Coursework Higher Degree
Pursue interdisciplinary energy research at a world-class institution - broaden your horizons and hone your expertise at The University of Melbourne.
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The RWTH Aachen – University of Melbourne Joint PhD Group
This joint program is an international cohort of researchers and Joint PhD Candidates across The University of Melbourne, Australia, and RWTH Aachen, Germany.
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MEI 2022 PhD Scholarships
The Melbourne Energy Institute offers PhD scholarships for talented graduates doing energy research at the University of Melbourne.
Where can studying with us take you?
Meet Graduate Researcher Mathieu Pichault. Mathieu Pichault is a PhD student undertaking research under the joint supervision of academic staff in Earth Sciences and Mechanical Engineering. His passion for sustainability and climate change led him to his PhD. His research looks at characterising, detecting and forecasting wind power ramps at the wind farm scale to optimise the integration of wind farms into the grid.
MEInetwork program
The MEInetwork is an education and skills program developed by the Melbourne Energy Institute at the University of Melbourne. This annual program offers education activities focused on the energy sector, with an additional focus on professional development and engagement across sector and academic networks. These activities include the Energy Systems Seminar Series, the Energy Systems Short Course, the MEI Symposium, and other topical meetings and seminars.
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Energy Systems Seminar Series
Monthly seminars that lead participants through critical aspects of the energy supply chain, presented by specialists from industry and the University of Melbourne.
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Energy Systems Short Course
Learn skills in analysing the financial, technical, and environmental performance of energy projects.
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MEI Symposium
A conference seminar showcasing the University of Melbourne’s multi-disciplinary energy research across MEI’s four programs.
To learn more about the MEInetwork please contact us: mei-info@unimelb.edu.au
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Institute Team
The Melbourne Energy Institute is operated by a small and dedicated team.
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Advisory Board
Our Advisory Board is comprised of energy industry leaders who provide strategic advice to the Institute.
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Executive Committee
The Executive Committee oversees Institute management, with senior staff from several disciplines.
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Institute Fellows
The MEI Fellowship has a diverse membership that is drawn from Architecture, Economics, Engineering, Health, Law, Planning, Science and Social Science.
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Melbourne Energy Institute
Level 4, Mechanical Engineering, Building 170
200 Grattan Street, The University of Melbourne
Parkville, Vic 3010
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