On 11–12 September 2025, the INTERSTORES consortium came together at Hochschule Luzern (HLU), Switzerland, for our General Assembly.
This in-person meeting was more than just a formal checkpoint — it was a celebration of collaboration, innovation, and shared progress. The atmosphere was vibrant, the energy was high, and partners left with renewed motivation to push forward on our mission: advancing seasonal Thermal Energy Storage (sTES) for Europe’s energy transition.
Highlights from the Agenda
Project Status & Objectives: Updates on overall progress, KPIs, and risks.
Demo Site Focus: Dedicated sessions on incampus (Germany) and VECTES (Finland).
Workshops:
Simulation & systems (WP3–WP5)
Assessment (WP5–WP6)
Project integration and result alignment – data management; dissemination, communication and outreach; exploitation etc.
Key Sessions: Data management (WP1), Dissemination, Communication & Outreach (WP7).
HLU Lab Tour: A hands-on look at innovative facilities hosted by our partners.
Side Activity – Partner Interviews
A special highlight of this GA was the chance to film partner interviews. These will help us share insights, perspectives, and the human side of our project with a broader audience. Stay tuned for their release!
Stronger as a team
The General Assembly in Lucerne was not only about technical updates – it was about meeting face-to-face, exchanging ideas, and strengthening the bonds within our consortium. The discussions were lively, the workshops productive, and the outcomes clear: INTERSTORES is on track and moving forward with ambition.
A warm thank you to Hochschule Luzern for hosting us, and to all partners for their dedication and enthusiasm.
