Energy Expert Florian Altendorfner Leads VDI's New Sustainability Push
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Florian Altendorfner has taken on a new leadership role within the VDI-GEU. The energy engineering expert now chairs the Energy and Environmental Technology Expert Committee. His term began on January 1, 2026, and will last until the end of 2028. Altendorfner holds the chair in energy engineering at FH Münster, where he leads the Building Services Engineering program. His work centres on heating technology, combustion engineering, and gas systems, with a particular focus on energy storage, heat pumps, and hydrogen. Beyond teaching, he actively contributes to the VDI's Power Plant Technology Committee and chairs its Energy Storage Committee.
The Energy and Environmental Technology Expert Committee tackles pressing issues like resource efficiency, greenhouse gas reduction, and climate protection. It also explores circular economy models and waste management strategies. Alongside Altendorfner, Michael Nolden has been appointed deputy chair of the committee. Altendorfner is also part of the VDI's 'Future Germany 2050' initiative, serving on the Energy Topic Force. This group examines long-term solutions for sustainable energy systems and environmental challenges.
The committee's new leadership will guide its efforts in energy innovation and sustainability until 2028. Altendorfner's expertise in energy storage and hydrogen is expected to shape key discussions. The VDI continues to address critical topics in resource conservation and climate action.
