Department of Greenergy Technology

Faculty

Name	Specialty
Ian Y.Y. Bu Chair of the Department Professor	Semiconductor technology, Nanomaterial for solar cell application
Yaw-Shyan Fu Dean of the College Distinguished Professor	Synthesis of Nanostructures, Organic Light-Emitting Diodes, Materials of Solar Cell
Chia-Chin Chang Distinguished Professor	Energy and Environment, Development of Energy Storage Materials, Development of Fuel Cells Materials
I-Tseng Tang Professor	Optoelectronics and Microelectronics Engineering
Jia-Sheng Hu Professor	Electronic Vehicles
Yee-Ting Lee Associate Professor	Engineering applications of computational fluid dynamics
Meng-Che Tsai Assistant Professor	Electrochemistry, Energy Storage and Conversion, Electrocatalysis, Fuel Cells
Hao Tieng Assistant Professor	AI-based Net-Zero Technology, Green Intelligent Manufacturing

Background

"Greenergy" is a term derived from two words: "Green" and "Energy." Broadly speaking, greenergy refers to using minimal energy resources to reduce the environmental burden. The Department of Greenergy (DG) was established with the goal of improving energy efficiency in end-use sectors while increasing the diversity of energy resources in line with a sustainable, economically viable, and environmentally friendly future. More specifically, the department focuses on the development of greenergy technologies, such as solar power, wind energy, hydrogen, and fuel cells.

In response to the global damage caused by fossil fuel consumption and the diminishing reserves of these resources, there is growing pressure to manage energy provision from conventional, polluting sources more intelligently, and to expand the use of clean, renewable sources. The mission of DG is to contribute significantly to the development and deployment of greenergy by providing top-tier research, consultancy, and education.

Educational Goals

The educational goals of DG are to equip students with a multidisciplinary background that enables them to make scientific and technical breakthroughs in the field of greenergy. Graduates of DG will have comprehensive knowledge in environmental science and engineering, ecology and conservation biology, as well as environmental education and interpretation

Features and Future Development

Our faculty members work in multidisciplinary teams and are highly engaged in research, with numerous technical publications including journal papers, conference articles, and patents. Research topics include:

1. Hydrogen and Fuel Cells: Proton exchange membrane fuel cells, direct methanol fuel cells, solid oxide fuel cells, and renewable hydrogen.

2. Renewable Energy: Solar cells, wind power, and biomass energy.

3. Energy Storage: Lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors.

4. Advanced Power Management: High-efficiency converters and inverters.

5. Energy-Saving Technology in Manufacturing.

DG recruits a number of freshmen annually, with admission to the graduate program available through either a competitive entrance examination or a highly selective application process.

Student Career Opportunities

1.Career Development
Students from the Department of Greenergy Technology gain practical experience in energy system engineering and management, making them highly sought after by a variety of employers, including companies, district administrations, government agencies, and organizations focused on ecological, environmental, or social issues. Additionally, graduates are qualified to sit for science teacher certification exams for high school or elementary school teaching positions.

2.Research Institutes
Graduates are well-trained in theoretical and experimental foundations, making them attractive candidates for research institutes, such as the Industrial Technology Research Institute.

3.Energy Industry Careers
Graduates are well-prepared to provide high-quality professional services and research in the energy sector. Potential employers include power companies, energy-saving companies (ESCOs), fuel cell manufacturers, and environmental protection agencies at various levels of government. They are also encouraged to pursue Ph.D. degrees in fields like materials science, energy engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, and electrical engineering