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François Maréchal holds a process engineering degree and obtained his PhD from the University of Liège in Belgium focusing on process integration. In 2001, he joined the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) as a professor at the Valais-Wallis campus, leading the Industrial Process Energy Systems Engineering group. His research is centered on the rational use of energy, the integration of renewable resources, and the circular economy within industrial processes. He has been recognized as a top 10 researcher in engineering technology in Switzerland in 2022 and is a founding member and co-chair of the energy section of the European Federation of Chemical Engineering. His contributions to decarbonization and energy systems have led to the creation of several start-up companies targeting innovative solutions in energy efficiency and renewable resource integration. Maréchal is also involved in various editorial and committee roles, contributing significantly to the scientific community regarding energy management and sustainability assessments.
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne • Sion, Switzerland
Leading research in Industrial Process Energy Systems Engineering.
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne • Sion, Switzerland
Teaching and research in the area of energy systems.
University of Liège • Liège, Belgium
Conducted research in process integration for industrial sites.
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