Energy news
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Report identifies ‘gap’ in Britain’s transport decarbonisation journey
New research suggests that improved public transport and active travel friendly environments are the most likely pathways to reach net zero in transport.
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Are e-bikes a realistic alternative for car journeys?
New research reveals public opinion of e-bikes as a step in overcoming the barriers to their use.
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C-Capture bags innovation prize at Yorkshire Post Awards
C-Capture, a carbon capture technology company formed by the School of Chemistry, has won a prestigious Yorkshire Post Excellence in Business Award.
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Chief Scientific Adviser visits to discuss Net Zero
The Chief Scientific Adviser for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has visited the University of Leeds to meet researchers at the forefront of tackling climate change.
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Leeds partners on major new energy research hubs
The University of Leeds is playing a key role in the new Energy Demand Research Centre and Supergen Energy Networks Hub as part of £53m funding announced by UKRI to decarbonise the energy sector.
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Remembering Professor Alan Williams, 1935-2023
Emeritus Professor Alan Williams, a world-leading researcher and Commander of the British Empire (CBE) who spent his long and celebrated career at the University of Leeds, has died aged 88.
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New government funding for carbon capture research project
A University of Leeds research collaboration, which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, has received major government funding.
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Improving home retrofit policies with place-based solutions
A team from the Universities of Leeds, Strathclyde and Sussex are using research to improve support for people to retrofit their homes.
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New project launched to boost sustainable farming
Integrated on-farm renewable energy and waste management technologies will be investigated as part of a new £212,000 project.
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Leeds researcher joins Climate Change Committee on prestigious assignment
A member of the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences has received funding to assist the UK government in its quest to meet net-zero targets.
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Chemistry spinout gets £5m for pioneering carbon dioxide removal tech
A spinout company from the University of Leeds' School of Chemistry has received investment to scale up its pioneering carbon dioxide removal technology.
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Research shows UK can't delay transition to low emissions steel
Steel is essential for making many of the technologies that will end fossil fuel combustion. Unfortunately, to produce a lot of steel, manufacturers need to burn a lot of fossil fuel.
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Local Climate Bonds are a breakthrough for net-zero delivery
An innovative green finance project that piloted a new form of crowdfunding for local net-zero projects has raised over £7 million across the UK.
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Low carbon infrastructure transition in the North of England report
Read a report on the key findings of a project by Energy Leeds researchers on how local councils can facilitate a low carbon infrastructure transition and the associated challenges and opportunities.
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Collective Learning: Human-centred Distributed Artificial Intelligence
Can artificial intelligence help us to better manage our energy systems?
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New research on circular economy and offshore wind
Ever wondered what a circular economy is and what it has to do with offshore wind energy?
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Higher carbon tax on luxury goods, say researchers
A carbon tax based on the purpose of using goods and services would be fairer and more likely to deliver climate justice, say ecological economists.
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Funding announced for research into making biofuels cost-competitive
A grant worth over £1.3m from EPSRC has been awarded to our researchers to explore ways to make biofuels a sustainable and cost-competitive alternative to fossil fuels in the transport sector.
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Perspectives from Paris: The 2024 Inequality and the Environment Symposium
Lena Kilian, a postgraduate researcher in the University of Leeds’ School of Geography, reflects on her experience at the symposium in the context of fair energy futures.
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Beyond Fossil Fuels: Insights from ‘After Oil’ on Shaping a New Era
Shasha Cai, a PhD candidate in the School of English explains the history and role of humanities in energy research.
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Fair Energy Futures is launched!
On March 27th, Fair Energy Futures was launched with a one day event at the University of Leeds. Here we reflect on the outcomes of the day.
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The unavoidable politics of fair energy futures
Alex Beresford and Ruth Bookbinder explore the dynamics of political economy, social justice, and international cooperation shaping South Africa’s pursuit of a just and equitable transition.
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COP28 Lessons for Fair Energy Futures
Dr Viktoria Spaiser reflects on her involvement with COP28 and its implications for Fair Energy Futures.
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The most vulnerable shoulder rising energy costs
In this article republished from The Conversation, Dr Gissell Huaccha explains three barriers to energy efficient housing in the UK based on her recently published paper.
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System mapping fair energy futures
Bring together researchers to explore unexpected connections, collaborations, and conflicts within the realm of fair energy futures
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“Fair Energy Futures” — what is this about?
Professor Robert Kelsall explains the unexpected connection between his work and fair energy futures.
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How do we make sure everyone stays warm this winter?
How do we ensure we stay warm and what support can be provided for those who are struggling? Listen to the experts on the 'How to fix...' podcast.
