Patrick Lorisika - PowerUP

Patrick Lorisika

Email address: patrick.lorisika@powerup.at

Telephone number: +43 676 845 905 329

Position: Sales & Account Manager

Core competencies & areas of responsibility

International customer support, project and market development

These words come to mind when I think of my job

Technical-commercial interface, variety, flexibility

Work experience and qualifications

Sales of gas engine technology at PowerUP GmbH

Sales of technical simulation software at CADFEM Europe

Environmental analyst at Wasser Tirol – Dienstleistungs GmbH

BSc/MSc Environmental and Process Engineering at MCI in Innsbruck

What drives me

Professionally: Solving complex technical challenges as part of a team

Private: Sports & exercise, on the mountain or on the water

What tip/advice would I give a plant operator to increase the efficiency of their gas engine?

Talk to us. There’s no easy solution to a complex problem. Every case and every system is unique and requires analysis to achieve the best results in a customer-oriented and tailored way.

My most important insight from working with our customers/partners is…

Regardless of the cultural environment: Long-term customer relationships are built through exchange & consultation, trust, joint implementation, success and last but not least: sustainable support beyond the project boundaries.

All articles by Patrick Lorisika

Gas engines – a comprehensive insight

17. Dec 2025
12 min read
Jenbacher Gas Engine
Gas Engine - Explore our comprehensive insight into a gas engine. Discover how they work, their crucial role in power generation and CHP, and their advantages over diesel engines for efficient, sustainable energy solutions.

By-products of biogas plants and their applications

17. Dec 2025
4 min read
A guide to the valuable by-products of biogas plants. Learn how digestate acts as a high-quality fertilizer and how recovered heat and CO2 create a truly circular economy.

The history and development of biogas plants

17. Dec 2025
4 min read
Explore the fascinating history of biogas plants. This guide traces the evolution of biogas technology from its scientific discovery in the 18th century to the modern, high-efficiency CHP plants of today.

What is IPP Energy?

16. Dec 2025
5 min read
IPP and CPP? What do these energy solution abbreviations mean?
What is IPP energy? We define the product from Independent Power Producers (IPPs), from renewable energy and natural gas to the Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) that ensure profitability in the electricity market.

The World’s Leading Independent Power Producers – A Closer Look

16. Dec 2025
4 min read
Industrial gas tanks in factories. LNG or liquefied gas storage. Global energy crisis. Energy crisis. Natural gas storage industry. Above-ground gas storage tank.
Explore the world's leading Independent Power Producers (IPPs). We analyze the global market leaders like NextEra Energy, Constellation Energy, and Vistra Corp, and their role in the energy transition with renewable power and natural gas.

How does a biogas plant function?

16. Dec 2025
4 min read
Wie funktioniert eine Biogasanlage?
How does a biogas plant function? We explain the 4-phase biological process of anaerobic digestion, from hydrolysis and acidogenesis to methanogenesis, and detail how microorganisms create biogas.

The Pros and Cons of Biogas in detail

12. Dec 2025
4 min read
The Pros and Cons of Biogas: A Comprehensive Examination
A detailed, expert analysis of the pros and cons of biogas. We explore the advantages (renewable, waste management) and the significant cons (high investment, technical challenges) of biogas production.

How long can we continue to use natural gas? An Analysis of the Future

9. Dec 2025
4 min read
How long can we continue to use natural gas?
How long can we continue to use natural gas? An expert analysis of the future of gas in power generation, industry, and heating amidst the energy transition.

Natural gas in detail—what’s really in it?

9. Dec 2025
5 min read
What is the chemical composition of natural gas? A detailed guide to methane, ethane, propane, NGLs, heating values (BTU), and impurities like hydrogen sulfide.

Is biogas truly eco-friendly?

9. Dec 2025
4 min read
Ist Biogas wirklich umweltfreundlich?
Is biogas truly eco-friendly? This article provides a detailed evaluation of its environmental impact, from the benefits (methane prevention) to the risks (methane slip, land use).

Why is biogas not yet widely utilized? Challenges and potentials

9. Dec 2025
4 min read
Why is biogas not yet widely utilized? Challenges and potentials
Why is biogas not yet widely utilized? This article explores the main challenges (high costs, technical risks) and the huge potentials (grid stability, waste valorization) of biogas.

What is the difference between natural gas and biogas?

9. Dec 2025
4 min read
What is the difference between biogas and natural gas?
What is the difference between biogas and natural gas? This article provides a detailed comparison of their origin, composition (methane vs CO2), calorific value, and environmental impact (fossil fuel vs renewable).
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