On June 7, 2024, the Güssing Technology Center opened its doors for the “Long Night of Research” (#LNF24), a special event highlighting advancements in renewable energy, climate change mitigation, digitalization, and regional food production. The program, organized by Wirtschaftsagentur Burgenland, Güssing Energy Technologies, and other key organizations, offered visitors a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research and sustainable innovations.
Interactive Exhibits and Demonstrations
Visitors explored seven stations showcasing diverse themes such as energy, technology, and environmental science. Highlights included:
- Green Energy Mobile Lab: A self-sustaining laboratory focusing on renewable energy production, sector coupling, and ecological innovations using local resources.
- Renewable Energy Installations: Hands-on experiments demonstrating the integration of photovoltaics, heat pumps, batteries, and electric vehicles.
- E-Bus in Rural Areas: Visitors experienced a fully electric bus designed to assess the feasibility of sustainable public transport in regions like Southern Burgenland.
Experiments and Educational Activities
Other stations provided interactive experiences, such as:
- Vacuum Effects on Everyday Objects: An engaging experiment demonstrating how pressure changes affect materials, presented by Güssing Energy Technologies.
- Waste and the Environment: Insights into waste management and reduction strategies, offered by the Burgenland Waste Association.
- Energy and Home Sustainability: Guidance on reducing energy costs and transitioning to renewable energy systems, provided by Energieberatung Burgenland.
Local Food and Natural Products
The event also featured a tasting station by Iprona Güssing GmbH, showcasing natural extracts and concentrates from berries grown in Europe’s largest elderberry cultivation region.
Conclusion
The “Long Night of Research” successfully brought science and innovation closer to the community, emphasizing collaboration in shaping a sustainable future. With engaging activities and forward-thinking discussions, the Güssing Technology Center once again demonstrated its role as a hub for innovation and environmental stewardship.
