DESIRE

Decarbonising energy-intensive industries with renewable synthetic fuels

Advancing E-Fuel Combustion for a Sustainable Future

DESIRE is an ambitious research initiative focused on unlocking the potential of e-fuels through a multidisciplinary approach that integrates experimental, theoretical, and numerical investigations. By addressing key challenges in chemical kinetics, combustion physics, and real-world applications, DESIRE aims to develop cutting-edge digital twin models for next-generation combustion systems.

Our research is structured into three scientific work packages:

WP1 – Chemical Kinetics Modeling

Developing accurate kinetic models for various e-fuels (NH₃, CH₃OH, H₂, DME, OMEx) to enhance predictive capabilities for combustion performance and emissions control.

WP2 – Physical Processes in Combustion

Investigating turbulence, heat transfer, and spray dynamics to refine combustion modeling across industrial applications.

WP3 – Applications and Feasibility

Assessing the real-world integration of e-fuels in power generation, industrial heating, and transportation, considering both technological and economic impacts.