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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 4h

Together we explored:

👉 How trust shapes adoption
👉 Why understanding and social networks matter
👉 How communication can inspire change

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Paul Howard-Jones - Consumer learning journeys: An interdisciplinary framework to support Net Zero adoption - Innovation Launchpad Network+

Paul Howard-Jones // University of Bristol // Energy Systems Catapult // Net Zero The project, a collaboration between Paul Howard-Jones and Energy Systems Catapult focused […]

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 4h

How do people really decide to adopt low carbon heating?

That’s the question explored in our Researchers in Residence project with the University of Bristol’s Paul Howard-Jones, bringing together psychology, education, and neuroscience to understand energy choices beyond cost.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 22h

The open energy data struggle: we must break the hype cycle

The UK energy sector must end its fixation on analysing barriers to innovation to unlock the promise of improved data sharing.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 22h

She highlights how hype often overshadows the hard fixes needed to build a truly connected energy system:

👉 No shared data standards mean innovation stays fragmented
👉 Legacy systems block interoperability and progress
👉 Endless pilots replace lasting reform

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 22h

For almost three decades, the UK energy sector has chased the promise of open data, yet we’re still stuck in pilot mode.

In her guest blog, Dr Ola Michalec, Lecturer at the University of Bristol, explores why progress has stalled, and what it will take to move forward.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 2d

The visit was a great chance for both teams to connect and exchange ideas for the future.

Learn more about SENSE here:https://es.catapult.org.uk/project/smart-energy-data-service-sense/

Smart Energy Data Service (SENSE)

The Catapult, alongside the University of Oxford, is leading the delivery of the Smart Energy Data Service (SENSE), a new data service.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 2d

One of the highlights of the day was Richard Snape and his team sharing an exciting sneak peek of their upcoming data portal, designed to give researchers unparalleled access to datasets on EV charging and non-domestic energy use across the UK.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 2d

Last month, we welcomed the Smart Data Research UK (SDR UK) Hub to our Birmingham offices to meet with our Smart Energy Data Service (SENSE) team for a jam-packed session of innovation and collaboration! 💡

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 4d

Highlights included:

🍽️ Tasting food from around the world
📚 Sharing stories from our incredible colleagues
🎉 Quizzes, activities and plenty of fun

Learn more about EDI at the Catapult here: es.catapult.org.uk/about/equity...

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Fostering equity, diversity and inclusion in the energy sector and research and innovation communities will lead to more and better innovation towards Net Zero.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 4d

On 24 September we hosted our annual Catapult Culture Day Celebration! 🌍🥳

A chance to celebrate the diversity that makes Energy Systems Catapult such a brilliant place to work.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 4d

A flexible energy system needs a digital boost to reach peak performance

A cleaner energy system needs to be fit enough to survive the day-to-day demands we place on it. Let’s look at the digital innovations needed to unlock its full potential

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 4d

In our latest Innovating to Net Zero Insights blog, Rosie Madge, Systems Engineer – Networks and Energy Storage, explores how digitalisation is giving flexibility a performance boost through:

👉 Real-time visibility and control
👉 Smarter forecasting
👉 Coordination across distributed assets

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 4d

As we evolve our energy system to be cleaner, it also needs to be fit enough for the daily demands we place on it. ⚡️

It can’t fall over when a storm blows in. It’s got to keep running when thousands of EVs plug in at once.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 5d

The outcome?

✔️ Microgrid trials with 20% energy cost savings
✔️ Investment secured to grow the team
✔️ Clearer market strategy and route to scale

Discover more: es.catapult.org.uk/project/smar...

Smart Power Networks

Smart Power Networks is a technology start-up that developed a smart controller to help energy networks’ control and optimise system assets.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 5d

We helped them:

➡️ Understand users and market needs
➡️ Refine its business model
➡️ Build a minimum viable product and connect with investors

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 5d

SMPnet developed Omega, a smart platform that manages local energy networks in real time, optimising power flows, reducing costs and enabling more renewable energy.

The challenge? The SME had great technology but wasn’t sure where to focus: grid software, microgrids, or both.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 6d

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Full Service Warm Home Prescription®

When you choose the Warm Home Prescription® Full Service, we will take care of everything needed to deliver a warm home outcome for your patients.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 6d

Our Warm Home Prescription® Full Service makes it easy:

✅ We handle the energy supplier relationships saving you valuable time.
✅ Every pound spent is maximised to deliver better results.
✅ The entire process, from consent to installation, is seamless and fully supported.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 6d

And just like that… summer is over. ❄️

The nights are drawing in, coats are coming out and homes are getting chillier.

Now’s the time for health professionals to help keep your vulnerable patients warm and healthy.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 6d

Integrating industry into strategic network planning

The National Energy System Operator (NESO) has quite the task ahead, to build out a suite of strategic plans for our future energy system.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 6d

Emily Ford, explores how industry can be part of strategic network planning, covering its role in the energy system, the challenges for clusters and dispersed sites, opportunities from waste heat and co-generation and the importance of engaging in Regional Energy Strategic Planning.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 6d

The National Energy System Operator (NESO) has quite the task ahead: building strategic plans for the UK’s future energy system. 🛠️

These plans have significant implications for large energy users. But industry oftens feels left out of the network planning process.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 7d

We combine strategy with hands-on delivery to help network operators and other partners:

⚡️ Put flexibility at the heart of networks
⚡️ De-risk innovation through real-world testing

Ready to explore how we can work together?

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Specialist SIF and NIA project support

Email: [email protected]

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 7d

In complex energy systems, the difference between a good idea and a transformative project isn’t just theory or funding.

It’s being able to see how everything fits together.

The Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) is creating pathways from breakthrough ideas to real-world impact.

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Energy Systems Catapult @energysyscat.bsky.social · 7d

Building a Smart Energy Systems Cluster in the West Midlands

The West Midlands stands at the cusp of building a model smart energy systems cluster that could be “exported” across the UK

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