The national hydrogen network
Hydrogen has potential as a low-carbon fuel in some industries. How can hydrogen be transported and what are the plans, progress and challenges in creating a hydrogen pipeline network?
Contracts for Difference and the economics of renewable energy deployment.
Contracts for Difference auctions are used to build new renewable power, but how do they work and what is their impact on energy prices?
Public engagement with the energy transition
The UK Government aims to get to Net Zero by 2050. The way the public engages with energy policies and technologies plays an important role in the transition.
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Future research
Approved work: Governance of solar geoengineering research
How can researchers, funders and regulators create accountable governance for solar geoengineering research with clear guidance that builds public trust?
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Future research
Approved work: Batteries
What are the opportunities for current and future technologies, how do these align with sustainability goals, and what role could the UK play?
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Future research
Approved work: Supply chains in the energy industry
What are the key concerns, how can these be addressed, and what are the opportunities and challenges for the UK?
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POSTnote
What are data centres and how sustainable are they?
Data centres underpin most aspects of modern life, including economic activity, cloud services, and how we interact with one another. How many does the UK have, and how do they affect the environment?
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Rapid response
Smart meters
Smart meters could increase grid flexibility and lower bills and carbon emissions. How have they been rolled out so far and what is next?
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Rapid response
Transforming the energy mix: Insights from 20 nations
A major research project by 20 countries, including the UK, has shown similar trends, challenges and opportunities in decarbonising their energy mix.
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Future research
Approved work: Small-scale solar
What could small-scale solar contribute to delivering energy and climate policy, and how might it be optimised?
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Future research
Approved work: Nature based flood and drought resilience
What are the key challenges and benefits of using nature-based solutions for flood and drought risk climate change adaptation in the UK?
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POSTnote
Winter mortality
Winter mortality in the UK is higher than in some colder European countries. How are deaths during winter monitored, and what evidence exists for interventions to prevent these deaths?
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POSTnote
Planning for net zero
This POSTnote outlines the challenges and opportunities for the English planning system and related policies to deliver net zero infrastructure and services.
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POSTnote
Energy security and AI
This POSTnote summarises the current and emerging applications of AI and ML in the energy system, barriers to wider implementation, the challenges likely to be encountered, and policy considerations proposed by sector stakeholders.
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Consumer debt and mental health
This POSTnote examines the relationship between debt and mental health, alongside risk factors and policy considerations for support and interventions.
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