Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE

The Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems is a research facility in Freiburg focused on solar energy and renewable technologies. The site employs scientists across multiple disciplines working on energy storage, power conversion, and solar cell development.

The institute was established in 1981 and pioneered applied solar energy research outside universities in Europe. This founding marked a turning point in how solar technologies were developed in the country.

The institute works closely with technical universities in the region, helping share knowledge between researchers and industry professionals. Visitors can observe how theoretical research connects with real-world applications here.

The institute offers testing and certification services for solar products to verify their performance against international standards. Visitors should know that parts of the facility require prior arrangement for access.

The organization operates specialized branch locations that each focus on different aspects of semiconductor and solar cell development. This distributed approach allows expert knowledge to be concentrated at multiple sites.

Location: Freiburg im Breisgau

Inception: 1981

Part of: Fraunhofer Society

Website: http://ise.fraunhofer.de/en

GPS coordinates: 48.00900,7.83468

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:24