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Water Energy Field
Technology Development for the Water-source Heating and Cooling System
Development of a large-capacity(500 RT) eco-friendly refrigerant(R-1233zd) water-source heat pump system using Han River water.
Research on data center cooling system using deep dam cold water.
Operation and Enhancement of International Accredited Calibration Institution for Water Industry Equipment(KOLAS)
Securing top-tier domestic technology in the field of flow measurement, water level measurement, and precipitation measurement, and possessing the only performance testing facility for flow difference in Korea.
Research on new technologies for a fluid machinery and collaborative research with small and medium-sized enterprises(SMEs).
Enhancement of Practical Application Technology in Water Energy (Hydropower, Floating Photovoltaic, etc.)
Development of 45 MW medium-sized hydropower plant and 50 MW Francis hydraulic turbine and development, empirical testing of bifacial floating photovoltaic units to enhance capacity factor.
Research on Green Hydrogen Production and Refining Technology Linked to Renewable Energy
Securing practical technology for green hydrogen utilization through empirical research on renewable energy utilization electrolysis (Alkaline, PEM, etc.) such as hydropower and floating photovoltaic, as well as refining technology for by-product hydrogen.