SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy

Lingnan University’s MTR funded research develops high precision, low cost algorithms to monitor lithium ion battery health under demanding railway conditions. Achieving over 95% accuracy, the work enables safer, cleaner energy storage, supports MTR’s transition from nickel cadmium batteries, reduces carbon impact, and offers transferable solutions for electric vehicles and renewable energy systems.

Lingnan University developed an AI based few shot learning method that identifies abnormal battery cells in their first aging cycle with 96% accuracy. This low cost innovation prevents premature battery pack failure, reduces waste, and improves the reliability and sustainability of electric vehicles and renewable energy storage, advancing SDG 7.

Lingnan University developed an AI method that generates accurate EIS based battery diagnostics without specialised hardware, enabling real time health monitoring in EVs and energy storage systems. This low cost innovation improves safety, extends battery life, and supports wider adoption of clean energy technologies, advancing SDG 7.

Lingnan University developed an AI enabled clustering method that groups retired EV batteries by remaining lifespan using only early cycle data. This innovation improves second life battery consistency and efficiency, reducing lifespan loss by over 20% and supporting a scalable circular economy for clean, affordable, and sustainable energy storage.

Lingnan University’s postgraduate course on green energy equips students with technical and interdisciplinary knowledge in renewable energy, battery management, and sustainability. With a top CTLE rating of 5.85/6.00, the programme builds systems thinking and policy awareness, preparing graduates to drive progress toward SDG 7.

Lingnan University developed an AI driven few shot learning method that detects abnormal battery cells using only first cycle data, achieving high accuracy with minimal false alarms. The innovation enhances battery reliability, reduces waste, and supports sustainable, cost effective energy storage, contributing directly to SDG 7 and the global clean energy transition.

Lingnan University is dedicated to combating climate change, recently installing 318 solar panels across key campus buildings. These panels generate around 160,000 kWh of renewable energy annually. Additionally, solar-powered equipment and real-time digital dashboards enhance community engagement and awareness of the university's sustainability efforts.

Lingnan University’s innovative air purifier, PureAura, has won the Gold Award at the 49th International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva. Developed by the Lingnan Entrepreneurship Initiative team, this advanced device exemplifies humanitarian technology and sustainability, offering an effective solution for improving air quality in urban environments.

Since 2022, Lingnan University has partnered with other institutions to implement smart technology aimed at encouraging responsible energy consumption. With installations like Smart Electricity Meters in hostels and real-time data dashboards, the initiative fosters awareness and drives behavioral change towards sustainability among students and staff.