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Description
The transition from a fossil-based, linear economic system to a circular society that lives within planetary boundaries and utilises renewable energies and raw materials is one of the major transformation processes of the 21st century. The circular economy, bioeconomy and renewable energy systems are key tools for this change.
The practice-oriented research focus at the Department Design and Green Engineering develops solutions for these challenges and contributes to the sustainable transformation of society. In addition to developing innovative materials, circular products and climate-friendly technologies, the aim is to promote the transfer of knowledge between science and industry and to train specialists for future challenges.
The applied research focusses on materials, processes and technologies:
- Designing bio-based and recyclable products
- Constructing energy-efficient buildings
- Developing flexible energy systems
- Using regional resources intelligently
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 14 Life Below Water -
SDG 15 Life on Land -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Profiles
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Marius-Catalin Barbu
- Forest Products Technology - Head of Academic Area, Senior Lecturer
Person: Lecturer
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Günter Berger
- Business and Tourism - External Lecturer
- Furniture & Interior Design - Senior Lecturer
- Information Technologies and Digitalisation - External Lecturer
Person: Lecturer
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Michael Maria Branz
- Adaption of Built Environments
- Design and Green Engineering - Junior Researcher
Person
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Biogene Verschlussmittel für Maissaatgut
Sepperer, T. (PI) & Staubmann, P. E. (CoI)
1/05/26 → 30/11/26
Project: Contract research
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Schichtwerkstoff aus Birkenrinde
Sepperer, T. (PI) & Hettegger, P. (CoI)
1/03/26 → 28/02/27
Project: Contract research
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NETTLE4EU: Alpenpflanzen für Anwendungen mit hohem Mehrwert: grenzübergreifende Synergien für nachhaltige Innovation
Schuster, A. (PI), Häsler Gunnarsdottir, S. (CoI) & Rainer, L. (CoI)
1/03/26 → 28/02/28
Project: Funded research
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Artificial Neural Network-Based Optimization of CO2 Laser Cutting Parameters for Beech Plywood and HDF: A Kerf Geometry Perspective
Ruziak, I., Der, O., Kublovsky, I., Adijans, I., Kučerka, M., Richvalská, J., Gajtanska, M., Tudor, E. M., Todaro, L. & Štefančin, L., 26 Mar 2026, In: Drvna Industrija. 2026, 77(1), p. 71-82 1.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Beyond Survival: Family SMEs in an Age of Crisis
Kuttner, M., Boers, B., Henschel, T. & Riepl, J., 9 Jun 2026.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review
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Bridging the renovation data gap: A novel method for estimating renovation activity and rates from energy performance certificates
Heidenthaler, D., Leeb, M. & Löffler, G., Feb 2026, In: Energy and Buildings.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Activities
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International Conference on Industry of the Future and Smart Manufacturing (Event)
Kuttner, M. (Reviewer)
17 Jun 2026Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Publication Peer-review
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Journal of Family Business Management (Journal)
Kuttner, M. (Reviewer)
17 Jun 2026Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Publication Peer-review
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International Conference on Industry of the Future and Smart Manufacturing (Event)
Kuttner, M. (Reviewer)
16 Jun 2026Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Publication Peer-review
Prizes
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Annerkennungspreis der Wissenschaft des Landes Niedrösterreich
Meindl, A. (Recipient), 30 Sept 2001
Prize
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Best Paper Award - ISSE2025
Bader, E. (Recipient), Gross, J.-A. (Recipient), Polanec, K. (Recipient), PETER, M. M. (Recipient) & Neureiter, C. (Recipient), 30 Oct 2025
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Frühlingsexkursion im Henndorfer Wald
Häsler Gunnarsdottir, S. & Schuster, A.
29/04/25
1 Own media contribution
Press/Media
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Mit alpinen Pflanzen Hautprobleme lösen
Schuster, A., Häsler Gunnarsdottir, S. & Vorderegger, S.
12/12/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media