Dr. Han Slootweg

Professor

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Biography

Han Slootweg is a part-time professor in the Smart Grids research group at the Department of Electrical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology. He is primarily affiliated with the distribution network operator Enexis, where he serves as the Director of Asset Management. Han is actively involved in innovation and sustainability of the energy system, with particular focus on the roles of gas and electricity networks in future sustainable energy systems. He views the energy transition and sustainability of energy supply as vital challenges in the energy industry and is committed to contributing to the development of a sustainable energy system. His main research interest lies in the significance of energy distribution grids within the future energy system. At TU/e, his research emphasizes technical and substantive issues concerning the potential advantages of Smart Grid concepts, as well as crucial determining factors, and associated sensing, control, and optimization techniques. In addition, he addresses electrotechnical issues related to legislation, regulations, and pricing and allocation of costs and benefits associated with Smart Grids.

Research Interests

Experience

Director of Asset Management

— Present

Enexis • The Netherlands

Responsible for overseeing asset management strategies and innovations in the energy system.

Part-time Professor

— Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven

Teaching and conducting research in Smart Grids and Electrical Energy Systems.

Awards

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Hidde Nijland Award

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Dutch Power Award

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

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