Energy efficiency – Making green energy happen

Energy efficient technologies have become a key lever in generating, transmitting and using energy more effectively

A growing world population, billions of connected devices, mobility fueled by electric power – the appetite for energy is increasing. To improve the world’s climate balance and our future quality of life, we have to find solutions that handle energy more intelligently and efficiently at all stages of the electrical energy chain: energy generation, its transmission and storage as well as consumption. This chain cannot be implemented without semiconductor technology; only semiconductor technology enables energy efficiency along this chain in every single section.

For 40 years now Infineon has been working on these challenges. As the market leader for power semiconductors we have comprehensive solutions at hand and are investing in innovation. Our semiconductor technologies help minimize losses, enable higher device and application performance and use energy responsibly. We make green energy happen.

„Semiconductors are at the heart of renewable power generation” Infineon’s CMO Andreas Urschitz about innovation and green energy

The green impact of microelectronics

Explore the potential of energy efficiency

Generation

Generation

Wind power

Our power semiconductors convert electricity in wind turbines and couple the generator to the grid. Additionally, a power converter in a wind turbine controls several essential functions apart from transferring power.
- Explore our infographic for a wind turbine
- Read the application presentation
Generation

Solar energy

Our power semiconductors enable silicon-carbide-based solar inverters to set the benchmark for weight, volume and performance towards efficiency. This technology makes solar inverters much smaller and more affordable.
- Explore our solar highlights

Transmission & storage

Transmission & storage

Energy storage systems

Energy Storage Systems play an essential role in our electricity networks. ESS appears in combination with electricity generation and transmission “before-the-meter”, as well as in commercial and residential environments “behind-the-meter”.
- Download the application presentation
- Learn more about battery management systems
Transmission & storage

High voltage supply

Our high-power modules and thyristors enable high voltage direct current transmission systems (HVDC) reducing transmission losses by almost 15 percent. This is crucial for ensuring successful power transmission over long distances.
- Learn about 4.5 kV IGBT modules in IHV housing
- Learn about new direct Press Pack IGBTs with 4.5 kV

Consumption

Consumption

Industrial applications

With more automation being used across industries, there is an increased demand for servo motors. Their ability of motion control makes them the perfect fit for automation and robotics leading to higher levels of precision and efficiency.
- Browse our efficient solutions for servo drives
- Browse our industrial automation portfolio
The example of servo drives
Consumption

Smart building

Besides contextual awareness for intelligent building control, a building’s energy consumption should be as efficient as possible. Low standby power and high power efficiency are crucial to ensure a building’s sustainable and smooth operation.
- Browse our solutions for smart buildings
- View our XENSIV™ potfolio
Consumption

Data centers

Digitalization is driving the growth for data center services. Our solutions allow improved system architectures, efficient and powerful power supply, and lower cooling efforts. Using the right technology like gallium nitride can make a difference.
- Read the whitepaper: GaN in server and telecom
- View our videos
Consumption

5G

5G requires new network dimensioning to optimize the energy consumption for an effective networking infrastructure. Infineon offers the entire power flow for 5G on a system level, spanning across ACDC, DCDC and RFS.
- Learn more about 5G
- Watch video: 5G base network power supply by Infineon for big data
Consumption

Transport

We enable CO₂ reduction in CAVs through our full range of electrification solutions spanning “Sense – Think – Act” – all geared towards more efficiency, higher power density and optimized switching in electric drivetrains.
- View our CAV solutions
- Explore the eTruck
The example of commercial, construction and agricultural vehicles (CAVs)
Consumption

Electro-mobility

At the core of all electric vehicle technologies is the electrified powertrain. The electrification of this powertrain enables locally emission-free mobility and driving pleasure. Explore where our components are located and what they do.
- Explore our electric drive train solutions
- View fast EV-charging solutions
Consumption

Consumer appliances

Our leading technology portfolio with custom-fit and ready-to-use solutions supports manufacturers in developing innovative use cases for home appliances that meet the growing demand for smart, connected and energy efficient living experiences.
- Browse our 360° kitchen and get informed about actual trends
- View our consumer appliances solutions

Energy saving is a mission for the world

Electricity amounts to one third of global energy requirements. Since 2016, the Paris Climate Agreement has been pursuing the limitation of global warming to “well below” two degrees Celsius compared to the pre-industrial age. Every kilowatt hour consumed of fossil fuels increases CO₂ emissions by around 490 g and heats up the climate. And the era of electricity will continue to grow. Infineon semiconductors enable the optimization of energy efficiency along the entire electrical energy chain. Furthermore, Infineon is already taking the next strategic step to fulfill the mission and become carbon neutral by 2030.

Electric power generation

Getting more out of sun and wind

Alternative forms of energy – naturally renewable and available in unlimited supply – are needed to meet the energy demand while helping to reduce carbon emissions. Without renewable energy, the world will not meet the CO₂ emission targets of nations and industries.

Infineon plays a vital role in leveraging the infinite potential of sun and wind. Our semiconductor solutions help bringing wind power and photovoltaics on par with conventional energy sources, by improving the efficiency and miniaturization of wind and photovoltaic system designs.

Renewable and clean.

Electric power generation

Electric power transmission and storage

Optimizing energy flow with less loss

The power transmission over long distances, distribution systems for short distances and energy storage systems for energy from renewable sources are essential to cover the growing energy need.

Infineon power semiconductors enable all these functions in the most efficient manner. Reducing losses along the transmission and distribution process is key to optimize the global energy flow. Eventually energy storage systems will become the backbone of the electrical era.

Stable and reliable.

Electric power transmission, distribution and storage

Electric power consumption

Enabling more while using less energy

Electromobility and digitalization are key trends of our time, both supporting innovation, both relying on electrical energy.

Sensors, microcontrollers and power semiconductors from Infineon enable innovative, sustainable and effective power management solutions in all fields of life: mobility, industry, communication and living. Our system solutions balance energy input and output to make more out of less energy used.

Smart and effective.

Electric power consumption