Understanding the impacts and opportunities of net zero energy systems for households, communities, wider society, and the for economy as a whole is crucial to ensure a fair and timely energy transition. This is especially important in light of recent high energy prices and volatile fossil fuel markets.
Our research in this area will look into how new energy tariffs affect different groups, including how to support the most vulnerable and promote using energy at the cheapest times; evaluate learning from place-based net zero energy projects, and assess how relationships between communities, people and local organisations shape the success of neighbourhood decarbonisation programmes; engage communities in understanding and managing local conflicts over heat decarbonisation.
Future research may aim to expand our understanding of the economic and jobs impacts of energy decarbonisation and further explore how to resolve conflicts as we transition to cleaner energy systems.
Theme Lead: Jess Britton