Andreas is a dedicated academic with a strong foundation in architectural engineering complemented by significant expertise in environmental and mechanical engineering. His PhD scholarship was co-funded by the UK Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and the University of Sheffield, focusing on the utilisation of Energy Storage Technologies for the Built Environment (Civil Engineering). More specifically, as a researcher of the EPSRC CDT in Energy Storage & Its applications, he conducted a detailed techno-economic assessment of Smart Grid Optimised Buildings, which are designed and equipped with battery storage systems to enable bi-directional power exchange with the electrical grid and provide balancing services, as vectors of the Day-Ahead wholesale electricity market. His doctorate involved a rigorous training year in electrical, mechanical, and energy storage engineering and a collaboration project with EDF Energy on balancing services and energy storage in Europe. He has extensive experience in building design and energy modelling (DesignBuilder/EnergyPlus), MATLAB programming and techno-economic analysis of energy storage systems. Other significant grid modelling software experience includes Homer Pro & EnergyPLAN.
Between 2020 and 2024, Andreas was a Lecturer in Statistics and Programming at the University of Sheffield International College. He taught a range of Foundation and pre-masters modules (Levels 3 & 6), including Mathematics, Statistics for Research, Computational Mathematics with MATLAB, and Research Project in Engineering. His role involved creating course material, delivering lectures, demonstrating software, marking coursework and exams, and providing comprehensive feedback to students.
Andreas' diverse academic background and extensive teaching experience make him a valuable asset to his students and the academic community. He is passionate about applying his personal skills and knowledge to contribute to the transition to a low-carbon and sustainable energy future.
Qualifications
PhD in Civil Engineering (Energy Storage), The University of Sheffield
MSc Environmental Engineering, Newcastle University
MEng Mechanical Engineering, Aristotle University