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Watch our Latest Webinar on Public Ownership and the Clean Energy Transition

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 2d

Did you miss our webinar on ownership and the clean energy transition with Stephen Agyeman?

Well you can watch the recording on our website! @edrc-uk.bsky.social
ukerc.ac.uk/news/watch-o...

How do ownership models shape the clean energy transition and how do we make sense of the growing calls for...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 2d

Today's Energy Headlines:

One of world’s biggest windfarm developers to cut quarter of workforce

IEA: Renewables have cut fossil-fuel imports for more than 100 countries

US green policy reversals will have limited global impact

Read them all here: mailchi.mp/4ae5f32d3597...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 3d

In this week's newsletter:

Watch back our webinar on energy ownership and the clean energy transition

New research papers on Biomass as a long-term energy store, and innovation among Distribution Network Operators.

Plus jobs, funding and events⤵️
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UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 3d

Today's Energy News:

Advanced research facility to support net zero completed🧑‍🔬

UK’s first floating hydrogen facility moves forward in Celtic Sea🌊

Ten UK data centres could cancel EV emissions gain🖥️

Read them all here: mailchi.mp/b290af7d60a9...

Scottish Parliament launches Area of Research Interest on industrial decarbonisation

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 4d

The Scottish Parliament has launched an Area of Research Interest on industrial decarbonisation.

They are particularly keen to hear from experts with insights associated with the electrification of industry and industrial processes.
ukerc.ac.uk/news/scottis...

Responses will be used to identify research, expertise and contacts to support parliamentary scrutiny of this element...

UK Energy Security: Making the Most of Demand-Side Measures

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 4d

Today's Energy News:

Ten UK data centres could cancel EV emissions gain🖥️

Solar now the world’s cheapest power source☀️

'Global energy transition stays on track' – DNV📉

Read them all here: mailchi.mp/3dcda15376bb...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 5d

How should the UK think about energy security in a low-carbon future?

Our new Policy Brief argues for shifting from reacting to demand to actively shaping it.

Read more 👇
ukerc.ac.uk/publications...

In this policy brief, the authors recommend actively planning for a lower demand energy system, and realising it...

UKERC Researcher Responds to Strategic Objectives of GB Energy

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 5d

Read UKERC Researcher Aliya Tskhay's comments on the recently published Statement of Strategic Objectives for GB Energy by Energy Secretary Ed Miliband last week.
ukerc.ac.uk/news/ukerc-r...

As part of the ongoing UKERC's Responsive Research, we have been looking at GB Energy’s aims and which priorities it...

Ensuring resilience: Spain, Storms, North Hyde and What They Tell us About our Electricity Supply – Part 2

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 5d

Today's Energy Headlines:

Renewables overtake coal as world's biggest source of electricity📈

First resident-led net zero neighbourhood coming to Becontree🏘️

Home green upgrades should be faster⚒️

Read them all here: mailchi.mp/5633d70b7d7c...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 6d

In the aftermath of power system failures in recent months affecting Heathrow & the Iberian peninsula, read Keith Bell's blog on what lessons they hold for ensuring that electricity supplies remain resilient as we transition to a low carbon power system.
ukerc.ac.uk/news/ensurin...

In the aftermath of high profile – and highly impactful – power system failures in recent months, most notably...

We list funding opportunities that are relevant to our network. If you have a funding opportunity that you would...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 7d

Looking for funding in the energy sector? Check out the latest opportunities on our website: ukerc.ac.uk/funding/

Funding

How do Environmental Values and Attributes Influence Coastal Community Acceptance of Tidal Energy? Evidence from the Bristol Channel, UK

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 9d

How do the values of a community impact their attitude towards tidal energy?

This paper provides insights into what makes people accept tidal energy from a community on the forefront of tidal energy development.
@PlymouthMarine
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This paper provides novel insights into potential contributing factors to public acceptance of tidal energy amongst...

Ensuring Resilience: Spain, Storms, North Hyde and What They Tell us About our Electricity Supply – Part 1

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 9d

Today's Energy News:

Grid orders get fast tracked

Hydrogen UK and Octopus Warn Scrapping Climate Change Act Would Undermine Investment & Global Competitiveness

Great British Energy expand public solar funding scheme to include military sites

Read more: mailchi.mp/a5f3c2aeceaf...

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UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 10d

In the aftermath of high profile power system failures at Heathrow and the Iberian Peninsula, Keith Bell reflects on what lessons they hold for ensuring that electricity supplies remain resilient throughout the energy transition.

Read his latest blog ⤵️
ukerc.ac.uk/news/ensurin...

In this first part of a two-part extended blog, Keith discusses the need for good engineering and what we’ve learned...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 10d

In this week's newsletter:

Read Keith Bell's blog on what we can learn from recent power cuts in Spain & Portugal.

Aliya Tskhay responds to the Statement of Strategic Objectives for GB Energy.

Scottish Parliament's ARI on industrial decarbonisation.

👉 mailchi.mp/dd29d2658da3...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 10d

Today's Energy News:

Kemi Badenoch vows to repeal Climate Change Act

Energy Secretary is right to highlight job creation by clean energy industries

Will Labour’s fracking ban end practice in the UK for good?

Read them all here: mailchi.mp/1309f015d7a2...

Dennis Anderson Lecture – Chris Stark

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 10d

Join us and Chris Stark CBE on October 21 for this year's Dennis Anderson Lecture 📅

Hosted at Imperial College and 17:00, the Head of Mission Control for Clean Power 2030 will deliver the College’s flagship energy lecture: ukerc.ac.uk/events/denni...

The Dennis Anderson Lecture honours the legacy of Professor Dennis Anderson, a pioneer in...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 11d

Today's Energy News:

Green energy microgrids offer cheaper, faster powering of data centres🔌

Ofgem energy price cap rises as winter approaches💷

Clean power share hits 74% in Britain🎉

Read them all here: mailchi.mp/a467023a425b...

UK Energy Security: Making the Most of Demand-Side Measures

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 12d

How should the UK think about energy security in a low-carbon future?

Our new Policy Brief argues for shifting from reacting to demand to actively shaping it. @edrc-uk.bsky.social

Read more 👇
ukerc.ac.uk/publications...

In this policy brief, the authors recommend actively planning for a lower demand energy system, and realising it...

Dennis Anderson Lecture – Chris Stark

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UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 12d

Today's Energy News:

Biomethane not viable for widespread use in UK home heating, report finds🌳

Electricity Networks Sector Growth Plan developed⚡️

Labour Conference Starmer told to back UK industries🏭

Read more here: mailchi.mp/3665c069efc5...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 13d

Join us and Chris Stark on October 21 for this year's Dennis Anderson Lecture 📅

Hosted at Imperial College and 17:00, the Head of Mission Control for Clean Power 2030 will deliver the College’s flagship energy lecture.

The lecture is Imperial College London’s flagship energy lecture, delivered by UKERC and School of Convergence...

Ensuring Resilience: Spain, Storms, North Hyde and What They Tell us About our Electricity Supply – Part 1

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 13d

In the aftermath of high profile power system failures at Heathrow and the Iberian Peninsula, Keith Bell reflects on what lessons they hold for ensuring that electricity supplies remain resilient throughout the energy transition.

Read his latest blog ⤵️
ukerc.ac.uk/news/ensurin...

In this first part of a two-part extended blog, Keith discusses the need for good engineering and what we’ve learned...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 13d

Today's Energy Headlines:

Data centres up to 43% cheaper to run with renewable energy🔋

Wales deserves Crown Estate profit wealth fund - Drakeford🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Tidal stream energy is set to make waves🌊

Read them all here: mailchi.mp/605253dc1af6...

We list funding opportunities that are relevant to our network. If you have a funding opportunity that you would...

UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 13d

Looking for funding in the energy sector? Check out the latest opportunities on our website: ukerc.ac.uk/funding/

Funding