Introduction

This research and education center was established in 2013 based on the university reform activation program of Kyushu University. In this center we focus on development of advanced materials, devices and systems for efficient suppression of energy consumption of the whole society. The key technologies include storage of electricity and heat, photoelectric conversion, thermoelectric conversion, energy conservation technology, and renewable energy development. Interdisciplinary collaboration and international collaboration are considered important to achieve our goal and are promoted in this center.