Energy demand is continually rising, while environmental issues like air pollution and global warming are also worsening. Although various protocols have been established to reduce the use of hydrocarbons and lower greenhouse gas emissions, this remains a pressing issue. Therefore, there is a need for new methods of clean energy production.
Boğaziçi University Renewable Energy Technology Research Lab (BURET) was established in 2015 with financial support from Istanbul Kalkınma Ajansı (ISTKA). The research team focuses on renewable energy technologies, initially aiming to develop environmentally friendly and cost-effective methods to convert low-grade heat into mechanical energy. The laboratory has several advanced systems, including an Organic Rankine Cycle Test System (10 kWe), an expander test system, and a low-speed wind tunnel for simulating evaporative cooling.
We are currently conducting various experimental and numerical studies on temperature and working fluid selection for ORC, performance optimization of an ORC system, radial inflow turbine design, and concentrated solar power system applications.
