Publications

Publications

English Publications of Volker Quaschning

Books
Quaschning, V.: Renewable Energy and Climate Change. John Wiley & Sons Ltd Chichester, ISBN 978-1-119-51486-2, 2nd edition 2019.
Quaschning, V.: Understanding Renewable Energy Systems. Earthscan London, ISBN 978-113878-196-2, 2nd edition 2016.
Journal Papers
Weniger, J.; Tjaden, T.; Quaschning, V.: Sizing of residential PV battery systems. In: Energy Procedia 46 (2014), S. 78-87.
Schüle, M.; Schultz, C.; Endert, H.; Rau, B.; Schlatmann, R.; Quaschning, V.; Stegemann, B.; Fink, F.: Laser Structuring Method for Chalkopyrite Solar Cells. In: Verhandlungen der Deutschen Physikalischen Gesellschaft (DPG), Reihe VI, Band 47/1 (2012) S. 163.
Schultz, C.; Schüle, M.; Endert, H.; Bonse, J.; Rau, B.; Schlatmann, R.; Quaschning, V.; Stegemann, B.; Fink, F.: Influence of the mechanical properties of sputtered Mo solar cell back contacts on laser scribing. In: Verhandlungen der Deutschen Physikalischen Gesellschaft (DPG), Reihe VI, Band 47/1 (2012) S. 163.
Stegemann, B.; Schüle, M.; Schultz, C.; Pahl, H.-U.; Niederhofer, J.; Endert, H.; Quaschning, V.; Fink, F.: Novel Concept for Laser Patterning of Thin Film Solar Cells. In: Laser Technik Journal, Volume 9 Issue 1 (January 2012), S. 25-29.
Stegemann, B.; Richter, M.; Schultz, C., Pahl, H.; Endert, H.; Bonse, J.; Rau, B.; Quaschning, V.; Fink, F.: One Wavelength Fits All. In: Photovoltaic Production, 02/2011, S. 46-48.
Geuder, N.; Quaschning, V.: Soiling of irradiation sensors and methods for soiling correction. Solar Energy Vol. 80 (2006), S. 1402-1409
Quaschning, V.: Technical and economical system comparison of photovoltaic and concentrating solar thermal power systems depending on annual global irradiation. In: Solar Energy, Vol. 77 (2004), pp.171-178.
Quaschning, V.; Zehner, M.: Simulate it in English. In: Sun & Wind Energy 01/2004, pp.50-56.
Quaschning, V.: Technology Fundamentals - Solar Thermal Water Heating. Renewable Energy World Vol 7 (2004) No 2, pp. 95-99.
Quaschning, V.: Technology Fundamentals - Photovoltaic Systems. Renewable Energy World Vol 7 (2004) No 1, pp. 81-84.
Quaschning, V.: Technology Fundamentals - Solar Thermal Power Plants. Renewable Energy World Vol 6 (2003) No 6, pp. 109-113.
Quaschning, V.: Technology Fundamentals - The Sun as an Energy Resource. Renewable Energy World Vol 6 (2003) No 5, pp. 90-93.
Quaschning, V.: Solar Power - Photovoltaics or Solar Thermal Power Plants? VGB PowerTech Vol. 82, 6/2002, pp. 48-51.
Quaschning, V.; Kistner, R.; Ortmanns, W.: Influence of Direct Normal Irradiance Variation on the Optimal Parabolic Trough Field Size: A Problem Solved with Technical and Economical Simulations. ASME Journal of Solar Energy Engineering Vol. 124, May 2002, pp. 160-164.
Quaschning, V.; Ortmanns, W.; Kistner, R.; Geyer, M.: Solar thermal power - The hybrid option. Renewable Energy World July-August 2001, pp. 240-245.
Geyer, M.; Quaschning, V.: Solar thermal power - The seamless solar link to the conventional power world. Renewable Energy World July-August 2000, pp. 184-191.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.: Irradiance Claculations on Shaded Surfaces. Solar Energy (Pergamon Press) Vol. 62 No. 5, 1998, pp. 369-375.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.: Numerical Simulation of Current-Voltage Characteristics of Photovoltaic Systems with Shaded Solar Cells. Solar Energy (Pergamon Press) Vol.56 No.6 (1996), pp.513-520.
Conference Papers
Weniger, J.; Bergner, J.; Quaschning. V.: Integeration of PV power and load forecasts into the operation of residential PV battery systems, 4th Solar Integration Workshop, Berlin, 10-11 November 2014
Weniger, J.; Bergner, J.; Tjaden, T.; Quaschning. V.: Economics of residential PV battery systems in the self-consumption age, 29th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Amsterdam, 22-26 September 2014, pp. 3871-3877
Bergner, J.; Weniger, J.; Tjaden, T.; Quaschning. V.: Feed-in power limitation of grid-connected PV battery systems with autonomous forecast-based operation strategies, 29th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Amsterdam, 22-26 September 2014, pp. 2363-2370
Stelmaszczyk, K.; Schultz, C.; Schüle, M.; Weizman, M.; Kaufmann, C.A.; Schlatmann, R.; Rau, B.; Quaschning, V.; Stegemann, B.; Fink, F.: Investigation of thin-film CIGS degradation under P2 scribe laser illumination, 29th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Amsterdam, 22-26 September 2014, pp. 1763-1769
Tjaden, T.; Weniger, J.; Bergner, J.; Schnorr, F.; Quaschning, V.: Impact of the PV generator's orientation on the energetic assessment of PV self-consumption systems considering individual residential load profiles, 29th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Amsterdam, 22-26 September 2014
Schultz, C.; Schüle, M.; Stelmaszczyk, K.; Weizman, M.; Gref, O.; Friedrich, F.; Wolf, C.; Papathanasiou, N.; Rau, B.; Schlatmann, R.; Quaschning, V.; Stegemann, B.; Fink, F.: Laser-induced phase-transformation of CIGSe for monolithic interconnection: Analysis of the material properties, 29th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Amsterdam, 22-26 September 2014
Schüle, M.; Schultz, C.; Stelmaszczyk, K.; Weizman, M.; Wolf, C.; Papathanasiou, N.; Kaufmann, C.A.; Rau, B.; Schlatmann, R.; Quaschning, V.; Stegemann, B.; Fink, F.: Laser-Assisted Interconnection Concept for CIGSe Thin Film Solar Cells Based on Finger Strips, 29th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Amsterdam, 22-26 September 2014
Weniger, J.; Tjaden, J.; Quaschning, V.: Sizing and grid integration of residential PV battery systems, 8th International Renewable Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition IRES 2013, Berlin, 19. November 2013
Schüle, M.; Schultz, C.; Juzumas, V.; Stelmaszczyk, K.; Weizman, M.; Wolf, C.; Papathanasiou, N.; Rau, B.; Schlatmann, R.; Quaschning, V.; Stegemann, B.; Fink, F.: Laser Patterning of Cigs Based Solar Cells Using Nano- and Picosecond Pulses - Possibilities and Challenges, 28th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Paris, 30. September - 4. October 2013, S. 2302-2306
Stelmaszczyk, K.; Schultz, C.; Schüle, M.; Weizman, M.; Stegemann, B.; Schlatmann, R.; Rau, B.; Quaschning, V.; Fink, F.: Laser Scribing of Thin-Film CIGSe Solar Cells Based on Depth Resolved LIBS Feedback, 28th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Paris, 30. September - 4. October 2013
Schultz, C.; Kühnapfel, S.; Mayerhofer, R.; Schüle, M.; Stelmaszczyk, K.; Weizman, M.; Friedrich, F.: Rau, B.; Schlatmann, R.; Quaschning, V.; Stegemann, B.; Fink, F.: Laser Based Separation of Shunts within Silicon and Chalcopyrite based Solar Cells, 28th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Paris, 30. September - 4. October 2013
Weniger, J.; Tjaden, T.; Quaschning, V.: Grid Integration of PV Battery Systems with Forecast-Based Operation Strategies, 28th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, Paris, 30. September - 4. October 2013
Quaschning, V.: Energy scenarios: The way for saving the climate with solar heat, SMEThermal 2013, Berlin, January 29, 2013
Schultz, C.; Schüle, M.; Stelmaszczyk, K.; Bonse, J.; Witteck, R.; Weizman, M.; Rhein, H.; Rau, B.; Schlatmann, R.; Quaschning, V.; Stegemann, B.; Fink, F.: Film Side Laser Patterning of Molybdenum Thin Films Sputter-Deposited onto Glass. 27th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference, Frankfurt, 24.-28. September 2012
Hanrieder, N.; Wehringer, F., Wilbert, S.; Wolfertstetter, F.; Pitz-Paal, R.; Campos, A.; Quaschning, V.: Determination of Beam Attenuation in Tower Plants. SolarPACES Conference 2012, Marrakech, Morocco, 11-14 September 2012.
Role of photovoltaics in the future energy mix: What comes after the current regulations? 2nd Inverter and PV System Technology Forum 2012, Berlin, January 23, 2012
Dersch, J.; Hennecke, K.; Quaschning, V.: Greenius - A simulation tool for renewable energy utilization. Proceedings of Eurosun 2008, Lisbon, 7-10 October 2008
Geuder, N.; Quaschning, V.; Viebahn, P.; Steinsiek, F.; Spies, J.; Hendriks, C.: Comparison of Solar Terrestrial and Space Power Generation for Europe. 4th International Conference on Solar Power from Space – SPS’04, 30 June - 2 July 2004, Granada, Spain
Geuder, N.; Quaschning, V.; Meyer, R.: Soiling of Irradiation Sensors and Methods for their Correction. Proceedings of EuroSun 2004, Freiburg i.Br., 20-23 June 2004
Geuder, N.; Quaschning, V.; Trieb, F.; Schillings, C.; Lohmann, S.; Meyer, R.: Determination of Reliable Site-Specific Solar Irradiation Data. Proceedings of EuroSun 2004, Freiburg i.Br., 20-23 June 2004
Quaschning, V.; Geuder, N.; Richter, C.; Trieb, F.: Contribution of Concentrated Solar Thermal Power for a Competitive Sustainable Energy Supply. Clean Air 2003, Lisbon.
Quaschning, V., Ortmanns, W.: Specific Cost Development of Photovoltaic and Concentrated Solar Thermal Systems Depending on the Global Irradiation. ISES Solar World Congress 2003. 14-19 June 2003, Gothenburg.
Geuder, N.; Ortmanns, W.; Quaschning, V.; Trieb, F.; Schillings, C.; Meyer, R.: Determination of Irradiance Data for Solar Based Energy Generation. ISES Solar World Congress 2003. 14-19 June 2003, Gothenburg.
Geuder, N.; Trieb, F.; Meyer, R.; Quaschning, V.: Comparison of Different Methods for Measuring Solar Irradiation Data. 3rd International Conference on Experiences with Automatic Weather Stations. 19-21 February 2003, Torremolinos.
Quaschning, V.; Kistner, R.; Ortmanns, W.: Estimation of the Optimal Parabolic Trough Field Size Depending on Direct Normal Irradiance Variations. 11th SolarPACES International Symposium on Concentrated Solar Power and Chemical Energy Technologies, Sept. 4-6, 2002, Zurich, pp. 679-686.
Quaschning, V.; Kistner, R.; Ortmanns, W.: The Influence of Direct Normal Irradiance Variation on the Optimal Parabolic Trough Field Size: A Problem Solved with Technical and Economical Simulations. ASME Solar Engineering 2002, Reno, 15-20 June 2002.
Maier, M.; Söltl, P.; Becker, G.; Zehner, M.; Quaschning, V.; Beyer, H.-G.; Josten, F.: Calculation of European Weather Data via Java Applet in the Internet. 17th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition. Munich, 22-26 October 2001.
Quaschning, V.; Blanco, M.: Solar Power - Photovoltaics or Solar Thermal Power? VGB Congress Power Plants 2001. Brussels, 10-12 October 2001.
Quaschning, V.; Trieb, F.: Solar Thermal Power Plants for Hydrogen Production. HYPOTHEIS IV Symposium. Stralsund, 9-14 September 2001, pp. 198-202.
Quaschning, V.: Hydrogen to Meet the Storage Demand for a Future Climate Compatible Electricity Supply in Germany. HYPOTHEIS IV Symposium. Stralsund, 9-14 September 2001, pp. 113-117.
Quaschning, V.; Ortmanns, W.; Kistner, R.: Simulation of Parabolic Trough Power Plants. 5th Cologne Solar Symposium. Cologne, 21. June 2001, pp. 46-50.
Quaschning, V.; Ortmanns, W.; Kistner, R.; Geyer, M.: Solar Energy in Power Plants - Analysis with the greenius Software. Power-Gen Europe 2001. Brussels, 29.-31. May 2001.
Quaschning, V.; Ortmanns, W.; Kistner, R.; Geyer, M.: greenius - A new Simulation Environment for Technical and Economical Analysis of Renewable Independent Power Projects. ASME International Solar Energy Conference Solar Forum 2001. Washington DC, 22.-25. April 2001, pp. 413-417.
Kistner, R.; Quaschning, V.; Ortmanns, W.; Geyer, M.: Renewable Independent Power Planer. European Altener Conference 2000. Toulouse, 23.-25. October 2000.
Quaschning, V.; Ortmanns, W.; Geyer, M., Kistner, R. : RENIPplan - Renewable Independent Power Planner. EUROSUN Conference, Kopenhagen, 19.-22. June 2000.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.; Zehner, M.; Becker, G.: PV Simulation and Calculation in the Internet - The ILSE Toolbox. 16th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition. Glasgow, 1-5 May 2000.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.: Increased Energy Yield of 50% at Flat Roof and Field Installations with Optimised Module Structures. 2nd World Conference and Exhibition on Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conversion, Wien, 6-10 July 1998.
Hanitsch, R.; Quaschning, V.; Stephan, R.M.: Solar Teaching in the Internet. 32nd Universities Power Engineering Conference, Manchester, UK, 10-12 September 1997, pp. 415-418.
Quaschning, V.; Blaschke, C.; Hanitsch, R.; Stephan, R.M.: Promoting Solar Energy by Teaching in the Internet. 14th European Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition. Barcelona, Spain, 30 June - 4 July 1997, pp. 462-465.
Quaschning, V.; Piske, R.; Hanitsch, R.: Cost effectiveness of shadow tolerant photovoltaic systems. Euronsun 96, Freiburg, September 16-19, 1996.
Hanitsch, R.; Kandil, S.A.; Mohamad, M.A.; Quaschning, V.: An improved measuring system for the I-V characteristics of PV generators. Eurosun 96, Freiburg, September 16-19, 1996.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.: Influence of Shading on Electrical Solar Cell Parameters. 25th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, Washington DC, 13-17 May 1996, pp. 1287-1290.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.: Shading of Integrated Photovoltaic Systems in Buildings. 4th European Conference in SolarEnergy and UrbanPlanning, Berlin, 26-29 March 1996.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.: Quick Determination of Irradiance Reduction Caused by Shading at PV-Locations, 13th European Solar Energy Conference, Nice, October 23-27, 1995, pp. 683-686.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.: Shade Calculations in Photovoltaic Systems, ISES Solar World Conference, Harare, September 11-15, 1995.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.: Numerical simulation of photovoltaic generators with shaded cells, 30th Universities Power Engineering Conference, Greenwich, September 5-7, 1995, pp. 583-586.
Lectures outside Conferences
The Solar Revolution – New Ways for Climate Protection with Solar Electricity. EcoSummit 2014, Berlin, June 3, 2014
Energy Transition in Germany - The Way to a 100% Renewable Electricity Supply. Worldbank Briefing der Heinrich Böll Stiftung North America, Worldbank, Washington DC, March 13, 2012
Energy Transition in Germany - The Way to a 100% Renewable Electricity Supply. Congress Hill Briefing der Heinrich Böll Stiftung North America, US Congress Longworth Building, Washington DC, March 12, 2012
Quaschning, V.: Renewable Independent Power Project Simulation with RENIPplan. SolarPACES Task III Workshop on Simulation of Solar Thermal Power Systems, Köln, 28.-29. September 2000.
Quaschning, V.: Solar Irradiance Generation with METENORM and Satel-Light. SolarPACES Task III Workshop on Simulation of Solar Thermal Power Systems, Köln, 28.-29. September 2000.
Quaschning, V.; Hanitsch, R.: Solar Teaching in the Internet. 5th Workshop UFRJ/TUB/CEPEL on Electricity Conservation. CEPEL Ilha do Fundão, Rio de Janeiro, Basil, 10.-11. November 1997.
Quaschning, V.: Photovoltaic Lectures. GTZ - COPPE/UFRJ - TUB Hochschulkooperation. Coordenação dos Programas de Pós-graduação de Engenharia Elétrica da Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, 23. September - 12. October 1996.
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