Our Mission

The Centre for Renewable and Sustainable Energy Studies (CRSES) at Stellenbosch University advances a sustainable future through world-class renewable and sustainable energy research, advisory services, awareness campaigns and training programmes.

Our Core Activities

Technology development and commercialization

Research

Training

Awareness

Advisory Services

DSI RE Hub and Spokes Programme

The DSTI Hub and Spoke initiative is a key part of a responsive and coordinated national research and development agenda, focusing on renewable energy, human capital development, and policy advice.

CRSES NEXT

Energy and Grid Modelling

The Energy Systems and Grid Modelling Research Group, also known as CRSES Next, is at the forefront of cutting-edge research focused on the modelling and optimization of energy systems, particularly in the context of national and regional energy and grid planning.

POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

Our postgraduate programmes in Renewable and Sustainable Energy Studies and Smart Grid Technology focus on the training of scientists, planners, economists, project developers and engineers to equip them to work in the fascinating field of renewable and sustainable energy in Africa.

GREEN HYDROGEN and PtX

This research focuses on advancing green hydrogen systems engineering at Stellenbosch University (SU) through the Hydrogen Engineering Research Platform (H2P).

ABOUT CRSES

About the Centre for Renewable and Sustainable Energy Studies.

SA ENERGY

made visual

Graphs and visualizations relating to the current information on the energy within South Africa relating to the Annual Energy Mix, Monthly Electrical Production, Solar PV Resources, and Load Shedding.

FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES

Current flagship programmes that CRSES has spearheaded. Includes DSI Hubs and Spokes, SOLTRAIN, and ARUA.

WATER-ENERGY-FOOD

Nexus in the ARUA CoE

The Water-Energy-Food Nexus thematic area at the CRSES focuses on integrated solutions to balance resource demands and enhance sustainability while minimizing environmental impact.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Short course modules offered by CRSES. These modules are registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as short courses that qualify for Continuous Professional Development (CPD) points.