With almost half of UK energy consumption being heat related, achieving net-zero by 2050 requires rapid action on heat. This theme will analyse heat decarbonisation pathways, characterise key uncertainties, and explore challenges and opportunities. Research within this theme includes projects that embedded in some of the other themes.
In this blog, Keith Bell argues that Governments need to get their heads around the radical changes...
We will be hosting our research conference 'Putting Net Zero into Action', at etc.venues,...
UKERC recently attended a UKRI parliamentary reception to highlight the role their investments play...
This paper outlines the impact of hypothetical ‘energy shocks’ in the existing (2020) and two future energy systems in 2050. The impacts measured include the energy unserved and the operational system responses. Additionally, the ability of systems to utilise energy storage and flexible energy technologies, alongside demand side participation to mitigate ‘energy shocks’ were explored.
This report outlines the challenges of modelling interactions between national and regional/local energy systems. It summarises the capability of selected UKERC models and identifies research gaps and areas for future model development.
There is uncertainty over how heating might practically be decarbonised in the future. This briefing provides some clarity about the possible pathways forward, focusing on the next 5-10 years.