Change of Project Leadership

Change in Project Leadership: BIOVARYA Remains in Experienced Hands

In the summer 2025, an important leadership change took place in the BIOVARYA project: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wilfried Zörner, project manager and influential figure in the field of renewable energies at the University of Applied Sciences Ingolstadt (THI), retired and handed over the project management to Prof. Dr.-Ing. Markus Goldbrunner.

A Strong Foundation: Prof. Zörner’s Contributions

Prof. Zörner has shaped the Institute of New Energy Systems (InES) since its founding and has successfully established international collaborations in sustainable energy systems, particularly with African partner countries. Under his leadership, numerous research projects were carried out, promoting knowledge exchange, technological development, and cooperation between science and industry.
He also laid the key foundations for BIOVARYA: his long-standing expertise in biogas research, extensive international network, and close collaboration with the Technical University of Kenya (TU-K) were crucial for the project’s launch and strategic direction.

Continuity and New Impulses: Prof. Goldbrunner Takes Over

Prof. Markus Goldbrunner, an experienced scientist who has been working at InES for several years and specializes in research and teaching in energy systems engineering, sustainable technologies, and in particular biogas and bioenergy systems, will take over as project manager. He brings extensive experience in the implementation of applied research projects and in collaboration with industry partners.
Thanks to his expertise in biogas and innovative energy systems and his strong network within the university, Prof. Goldbrunner will ensure the seamless continuation of the project. At the same time, he will contribute new perspectives and ideas that will shape the further development of BIOVARYA in the coming months.

BIOVARYA Moves Forward Stronger Than Ever

The handover marks an important milestone while ensuring that the project remains in excellent hands. With the strong foundation laid by Prof. Zörner and the dynamic new direction under Prof. Goldbrunner, BIOVARYA is well-positioned to advance the exchange between Bavaria and Kenya, strengthen collaboration between research and industry, and actively promote sustainable energy development in the biogas sector.
The entire BIOVARYA team sincerely thanks Prof. Zörner for his dedication and looks forward to the next steps under Prof. Goldbrunner’s leadership.