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The impacts of energy disruptions on society

The resilience of the energy system is changing, bringing new risks of disruptions, and our dependency on energy is higher than ever. But what happens in society when the power goes out? This Working Paper reviews the current state of knowledge.

Models of governance for energy infrastructure

This paper is an early output from the ‘Governance of Continuity and Change’ project within the Infrastructure Transitions research theme. It investigates the importance of governance for energy system change. It specifically looks at areas where the UK’s net zero targets imply significant infrastructure change or expansion, namely in industry and associated with buildings and transport.

Ofgem RIIO-ED2 consultation response

In this response to Ofgem’s consultation on the methodology for setting the next electricity distribution price control, Keith Bell and Rob Gross highlight the challenges associated with innovation and the importance of good governance.

Barriers and opportunities for heat decarbonisation in Northern Ireland

As part of the Whole Systems Networking Fund the "Zero-in on NI heat project", investigated the major barriers and opportunities towards heat decarbonisation in Northern Ireland. Four thematic workshops and a final seminar, as well as a series of focus groups with NI consumers, were conducted during the project. Over 120 stakeholders from almost 100 organisations attended the project workshops.