About us
The ENERGISE Centre brings together the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and four South African partner universities to develop integrated solutions that combine engineering, energy policy and sustainable entrepreneurship.
Each institution contributes unique strengths creating a collaborative whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. What sets ENERGISE apart is its decentralized and participatory governance model, which ensures joint ownership, equal representation, and shared decision-making. This is a true partnership of equals, where collaboration is driven by mutual respect, common purpose, and a shared commitment to the Just Energy Transition (JET).
Consortium
The ENERGISE consortium consists of:
- Technical University of Munich (TUM)
- University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
- University of Johannesburg (UJ)
- Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
- University of Venda (UNIVEN)
Together, the partners build long-term institutional cooperation and strengthen research capacity in the field of Just Energy Transition.
What We Do
ENERGISE promotes socially inclusive and sustainable energy transformation through:
- Interdisciplinary Master’s education
- Doctoral research in collaborative South–North tandems
- Living Labs in South Africa
- Academic exchange and mobility formats
- Research symposia, seminars, and transdisciplinary webinars
Focus
Just Energy Transition and climate protection
Current funding phase
2026–2030
Partner country
South Africa