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Reference Number EP/S029575/1
Title UK Energy Research Centre Phase 4
Status Started
Energy Categories Energy Efficiency(Industry) 5%;
Energy Efficiency(Residential and commercial) 5%;
Energy Efficiency(Transport) 5%;
Fossil Fuels: Oil Gas and Coal(Oil and Gas, Other oil and gas) 5%;
Renewable Energy Sources(Solar Energy) 5%;
Renewable Energy Sources(Wind Energy) 5%;
Renewable Energy Sources(Ocean Energy) 5%;
Renewable Energy Sources(Bio-Energy) 5%;
Other Power and Storage Technologies(Electric power conversion) 5%;
Other Power and Storage Technologies(Electricity transmission and distribution) 5%;
Other Power and Storage Technologies(Energy storage) 5%;
Other Cross-Cutting Technologies or Research(Energy system analysis) 25%;
Other Cross-Cutting Technologies or Research(Environmental, social and economic impacts) 20%;
Research Types Basic and strategic applied research 100%
Science and Technology Fields PHYSICAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS (Computer Science and Informatics) 10%;
ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) 10%;
ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering) 10%;
ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (Architecture and the Built Environment) 10%;
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES (Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences) 10%;
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Economics and Econometrics) 10%;
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Town and Country Planning) 5%;
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Politics and International Studies) 15%;
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Sociology) 10%;
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Psychology) 5%;
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Education) 5%;
UKERC Cross Cutting Characterisation Systems Analysis related to energy R&D (Energy modelling) 10%;
Sociological economical and environmental impact of energy (Environmental dimensions) 10%;
Sociological economical and environmental impact of energy (Policy and regulation) 10%;
Sociological economical and environmental impact of energy (Consumer attitudes and behaviour) 10%;
Sociological economical and environmental impact of energy (Technology acceptance) 10%;
Sociological economical and environmental impact of energy (Other sociological economical and environmental impact of energy) 30%;
Other (Energy technology information dissemination) 20%;
Principal Investigator Prof R (Rob ) Gross
No email address given
Centre for Environmental Policy
Imperial College London
Award Type Standard
Funding Source EPSRC
Start Date 01 May 2019
End Date 05 January 2025
Duration 69 months
Total Grant Value £18,206,734
Industrial Sectors Energy; Transport Systems and Vehicles; Aerospace; Defence and Marine
Region London
Programme Energy : Energy
 
Investigators Principal Investigator Prof R (Rob ) Gross , Centre for Environmental Policy, Imperial College London (99.954%)
  Other Investigator Prof KRW (Keith ) Bell , Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Strathclyde (0.001%)
Dr C Brand , Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford (0.001%)
Dr JA (Jim ) Halliday , Energy Research Unit, STFC (Science & Technology Facilities Council) (0.001%)
Mrs C (Catherine ) Jones , Energy Research Unit, STFC (Science & Technology Facilities Council) (0.001%)
Dr M (Mark ) Winskel , Energy Systems, University of Edinburgh (0.001%)
Professor G Bridge , Geography, Durham University (0.001%)
Dr A Armstrong , Lancaster Environment Centre, Lancaster University (0.001%)
Professor G (Gail ) Taylor , School of Biological Sciences, University of Southampton (0.001%)
Dr F Eigenbrod , School of Biological Sciences, University of Southampton (0.001%)
Professor J (John ) Barrett , School of Earth and Environment, University of Leeds (0.001%)
Dr M Sakai , School of Earth and Environment, University of Leeds (0.001%)
Professor MJ Bradshaw , Warwick Business School, University of Warwick (0.001%)
Prof JL (Jillian ) Anable , Institute for Transport Studies, University of Leeds (0.001%)
Dr GR Marsden , Institute for Transport Studies, University of Leeds (0.001%)
Dr CA Mullen , Institute for Transport Studies, University of Leeds (0.001%)
Professor S Shepherd , Institute for Transport Studies, University of Leeds (0.001%)
Dr J Wu , Engineering, Cardiff University (0.001%)
Dr M Qadrdan , Engineering, Cardiff University (0.001%)
Dr S Allen , Architecture and Civil Engineering, University of Bath (0.001%)
Prof JD (Jason ) Chilvers , Environmental Sciences, University of East Anglia (0.001%)
Professor AA Lovett , Environmental Sciences, University of East Anglia (0.001%)
Dr A R Harwood , Environmental Sciences, University of East Anglia (0.001%)
Dr TE Hargreaves , Environmental Sciences, University of East Anglia (0.001%)
Dr H W Pallett , Environmental Sciences, University of East Anglia (0.001%)
Dr A (Anna ) Orlowska , Engineering and Instrumentation, STFC (Science & Technology Facilities Council) (0.001%)
Dr AR Lea-Langton , Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, University of Manchester (0.001%)
Dr J Broderick , Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, University of Manchester (0.001%)
Dr B (Bridget ) Woodman , Geography, University of Exeter (0.001%)
Professor J (Janette ) Webb , School of Social and Political Science, University of Edinburgh (0.001%)
Professor P Taylor , Process, Environmental and Material Eng, University of Leeds (0.001%)
Professor P (Paul ) Ekins , UCL Energy Institute, University College London (0.001%)
Professor N (Neil ) Strachan , UCL Energy Institute, University College London (0.001%)
Mr P Agnolucci , UCL Energy Institute, University College London (0.001%)
Professor (Nicholas ) Pidgeon , Psychology, Cardiff University (0.001%)
Dr CC Demski , Psychology, Cardiff University (0.001%)
Prof N (Nicky ) Beaumont , Plymouth Marine Lab, Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) (0.001%)
Professor S Davoudi , Architecture Planning and Landscape, Newcastle University (0.001%)
Dr AFS Hastings , Inst of Biological and Environmental Sci, University of Aberdeen (0.001%)
Prof J (Jim ) Watson , Bartlett Sch of Env, Energy & Resources, University College London (0.001%)
Prof PE (Paul ) Dodds , Bartlett Sch of Env, Energy & Resources, University College London (0.001%)
Dr R Bolton , Science Technology & Innovation Studie, University of Edinburgh (0.001%)
Dr Z Wadud , Chemical and Process Engineerin, University of Leeds (0.001%)
Dr C Kuzemko , Politics and International Studie, University of Warwick (0.001%)
Mr R Bailey , Energy Environment and Development Prog, Chatham House (0.001%)
Mr A Froggatt , Energy Environment and Development Prog, Chatham House (0.001%)
Professor BH Day , Economics, University of Exeter (0.001%)
  Industrial Collaborator Project Contact , University of Leeds (0.000%)
Project Contact , Solar Trade Association (0.000%)
Project Contact , National Grid plc (0.000%)
Project Contact , Royal Town Planning Institute (0.000%)
Project Contact , SP Energy Networks (0.000%)
Project Contact , Welsh Assembly Government (0.000%)
Project Contact , Department for Transport (DfT) (0.000%)
Project Contact , Department for Business, Innovation & Skills (0.000%)
Project Contact , Tata Steel UK Limited (0.000%)
Project Contact , Energy Systems Catapult Limited (0.000%)
Project Contact , The Alan Turing Institute (0.000%)
Project Contact , Association for Decentralised Energy (0.000%)
Project Contact , Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) (0.000%)
Project Contact , Aldersgate Group (0.000%)
Project Contact , Cadscan Limited (0.000%)
Project Contact , Marine Management Organisation (0.000%)
Project Contact , The Faraday Institution (0.000%)
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Objectives
Abstract The UK energy system is changing rapidly. Greenhouse gas emissions fell by 43% between 1990 and 2017, and renewables now account for 30% of electricity generation. Despite this progress, achieving emissions reductions has been difficult outside the electricity sector, and progress could stall without more effective policy action. The Paris Agreement means that the UK may have to go further than current targets, to achieve a net zero energy system.Reducing emissions is not the only important energy policy goal. Further, progress need to be made whilst minimising the costs to consumers and taxpayers; maintaining high levels of energy security; and maximising economic, environmental and social benefits.There is a clear need for research to understand the nature of the technical, economic, political, environmental and societal dynamics affecting the energy system - including the local, national and international components of these dynamics. This proposal sets out UKERC's plans for a 4th phase of research and engagement (2019-2024) that addresses this challenge. It includes a programme of interdisciplinary research on sustainable future energy systems. This is driven by real-world energy challenges whilst exploring new questions, methods and agendas. It also explains how UKERC's central activities will be developed further, including new capabilities to support energy researchers and decision-makers.The UKERC phase 4 research programme will focus on new challenges and opportunities for implementing the energy transition, and will be concerned with the three main questions:- How will global, national and local developments influence the shape and pace of the UK's transition towards a low carbon energy system?- What are the potential economic, political, social and environmental costs and benefits of energy system change, and how can they be distributed equitably?- Which actors could take the lead in implementing the next stage of the UK's energy transition, and what are the implications for policy and governance?To address these questions, the research programme includes seven interrelated research themes: UK energy in a global context; Local and regional energy systems; Energy, environment, and landscape; Energy infrastructure transitions; Energy for mobility; Energy systems for heat; and Industrial decarbonisation. The proposal sets out details of research within these themes, plans for associated PhD studentships and details of the flexible research fund that will be used to commission additional research projects, scoping studies and to support integration. A first integration project on energy and the economy will be undertaken at the start of UKERC phase 4.The research themes are complemented by four national capabilities that form part of the research programme: an expanded Technology and Policy Assessment (TPA) capability; a new Energy Modelling Hub; the UKERC Energy Data Centre; and a new Public EngagementObservatory. Research within TPA and the Observatory will align and integrate with the main research themes. These four capabilities will also enhance UKERC's ability to provide evidence, data and expertise for academic, policy, industry and other stakeholder communities.The UKERC headquarters (HQ) team will support the management and co-ordination of the research programme; and will also undertake a range of other functions to support the broader UK energy research community and its key stakeholders. These functions include promoting networking and engagement between stakeholders in academia, policy, industry and third sector (including through a networking fund), supporting career development and capacity building, and enhancing international collaboration (including through the UK's participation in the European Energy Research Alliance).
Data

Brexit, Energy, and Climate Change - Survey Results -2021

Database of evidence for the impact of Offshore Wind Farms on Marine Ecosystem Services

Harmonised global datasets of wind and solar farm locations and power

Perception Spillover From Fracking, 2022

Public Perceptions of Energy Disruptions

Quantification of inherent flexibility from electrified residential heat sector in England and Wales

Residential heat demand in LSOAs in Scotland

Results for article Meeting the costs of decarbonising industry - the potential effects on prices and competitiveness (a case study of the UK)

Sensitivity Analysis of Net Zero Pathways for UK Industry

Spatio-temporal heat demand for LSOAs in England and Wales

UKERC Modelling of Low Carbon Transition Risk

UKERC Public Engagement Observatory

Projects

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Publications

Accelerating innovation towards net zero emissions

An Observatory for Public Engagement with Energy and Climate Change

BEIS Select Committee Super Inquiry: Post-Pandemic Economic Growth

BEIS Select Committee inquiry: Decarbonising heat in homes

BEIS call for evidence : Enabling a high renewable, net zero electricity system.

Better domestic energy advice in England? A narrative literature review. An Energy-PIECES report

Bioenergy with carbon capture and storage, and direct air carbon capture and storage: Examining the evidence on deployment potential and costs in the UK

Biomass, afforestation and energy demand reduction: trade-offs in the route to decarbonisation

Brexit Implications for UK Decarbonisation Objectives

Brexit and Decarbonisation, One Year On: Friction, fish and fine tuning

Brexit and Renewables in Scotland

Bristol City Leap: A Novel Finance and Public Procurement Model for Delivering Net Zero

CREDS & UKERC response to: BEIS - Energy efficiency scheme for small and medium sized businesses: A call for evidence

CREDS/UKERC Data sharing workshop briefing note

Can renewables and nuclear help keep bills down this winter?

DESNZ Consultation on the Strategy and Policy Statement for Energy Policy. Aug 2023

Decarbonising Home Heating: An Evidence Review of Domestic Heat Pump Installed Costs

Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy Review of Electricity Market Arrangements Consultation

Disrupting the UK energy system: causes, impacts and policy implications

Disruption and Continuity in the UK Energy Transition: What do the experts think ? - Results of the UKERC and CXC survey of UK energy experts and stakeholders

EU Environment Sub-Committee inquiry: UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement - Submission on behalf of Chatham House, the University of Warwick and the UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC): Comments in relation to issues around climate change and energy

Economic Affairs Committee inquiry: UK energy supply and investment. UK Energy Research Centre response

Ending the sale of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars and vans.

Energy Modelling Across Scales Workshop Summary

Energy Modelling in the UK: Decision making in government and industry

Energy Modelling in the UK: Strengths and weaknesses of UK energy models

Energy Modelling in the UK: The construction, maintenance and transparency of models

Energy Transition Investment Confidence: Mapping UK Government Decision-Making and Tracking Delivery

Energy modelling in the UK: The modelling landscape

Environmental Audit Committee inquiry into Green Jobs - call for evidence

Exploring Social Value in the Contest of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects: A Case Study of Hinkley Point C. An Energy-PIECES report

Financing Community Energy Case Studies: Brighton and Hove Energy Services

Financing Community Energy Case Studies: Edinburgh Community Solar Cooperative

Financing Community Energy Case Studies: Green Energy Mull

Financing Community Energy Case Studies: Gwent Energy CIC

Flexibility in Great Britain’s gas networks:analysis of linepack and linepack flexibility using hourly data

Flexibility in Great Britains gas networks: analysis of linepack

Fostering successful policy engagements: recommendations for schemes aimed at PhD and Early Career Researchers. An Energy-PIECES report

Governing the UKs transition to decarbonised heating: Lessons from a systematic review of past and ongoing heat transitions. An Energy-PIECES report

Green job creation, quality and skills: A review of the evidence on low carbon energy

House of Lords Select Committee on Risk Assessment and Risk Planning: Risk assessment and risk planning in the context of disruptive national hazards

How Local Authorities can encourage citizen participation in energy transitions. An Energy-PIECES report.

IVUGER Report: Domestic Air Conditioning in 2050

Improving Data Sharing in Energy Consortia: Summary of Workshop Outputs

Industrial Strategy and the Low Carbon Supply Chain Challenge

Institutional Landscapes for Local Energy Systems: Mapping England, Scotland and Wales

Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy Inquiry: Critical national infrastructure and climate adaptation

Joint Ofgem and BEIS Consultation on Reforming the Energy Industry Codes Response from the UK Energy Research Centre

Just Transition to Net Zero Wales: Consultation response

Mapping Participation for Democratic Innovations: An experiment in evaluating a citizens panel on home energy decarbonisation

Mapping Public Engagement with Energy, Climate Change and Net Zero

Materials for Energy - An Energy Futures Lab and UKERC Briefing Paper

Modelling Demand-side Energy Policies for Climate Change Mitigation in the UK: A Rapid Evidence Assessment- Working Paper

Modelling the interactions between national and local energy systems: research gaps

Models of governance for energy infrastructure

National Infrastructure Commission - Second National Infrastructure Assessment: Baseline Report. UK Energy Research Centre response

Ofgem Call for Input: Future of local energy institutions and governance. UKERC Consultation Response

Ofgem Consultation: Future of local energy institutions and governance

Ofgem RIIO-ED2 consultation response

Paying for energy transitions: public perspectives and acceptability

Policy options for enhancing Productive Uses of Energy in low-resource settings in the Global South. An Energy-PIECES report

Power Shift: How to build Gender Balance in the Energy Research Portfolio

Resilience of the Future Energy System: Impacts of Energy Disruptions on Society

Review of Energy Policy 2019

Review of Energy Policy 2020

Review of Energy Policy 2021

Review of Energy Policy 2022

Review of Energy Policy 2023

Risk and Investment in Zero-Carbon Electricity Markets: Implications for policy design

Scottish Government Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee: Inquiry into the role of local government and its cross-sectoral partners in financing and delivering a net-zero Scotland. UK Energy Research Centre response

Scottish Government: Draft Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan consultation

Seasonal Storage of Heat in Boreholes

Sectoral export promotion impacts on economic and environmental indicators: A multisectoral modelling analysis for the UK

Sensitivity Analysis of Net Zero Pathways for UK Industry

The Future of District Heating and Cooling Networks

The Impact of Brexit on the UK and Devolved Energy System

The Solar Commission - A bright future: opportunities for UK innovation in solar energy

The economic and energy impacts of a UK export shock: comparing alternative modelling approaches

The impact of shocks and disruptions in the GB energy system

The pathway to net zero heating in the UK

The potential impacts of Brexit on Energy Efficiency Scotland funding - Working paper

The social dimensions of moving away from gas cookers and hobs: Challenges and opportunities in transition to low-carbon cooking. An Energy-PIECES report

Transition Risk: Investment signals in a decarbonising electricity system

Transport Energy Air pollution Model (TEAM): Methodology Guide

Transport Energy Air pollution Model (TEAM): Methodology Guide - Appendices

UK Gas Security: Managing Energy Security Challenges and Transition Risks

UKERC Consultation Response to BEIS Consultation on Future support for low carbon heat

UKERC Energy Research Landscape: Energy Storage (2020)

UKERC Energy Research Landscape: Socio-Economic Issues (2019)

UKERC Energy Research Landscape: Whole Systems Research

UKERC Phase 4 : Flexible Fund Consultation

UKERC Response to the BEIS Consultation Designing the Industrial Energy Transformation Fund

UKERC response to BEIS consultation: Business Models for Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage

Unlocking the Efficiency Gains of Heat Pumps: The Role of Electricity and Gas Prices

Visions for the future of community energy in the UK - realising the potential

We're on the Road to Net Zero? Socioeconomic Inequality in Low-Carbon Technology Adoption

Whole Systems Networking Fund: progressing new voices and gender balance in the energy research portfolio - Programme report

Zero-In on NI-Heat: Pathways to Heat Decarbonisation in Northern Ireland

Added to Database 21/08/19