Towards a Sustainable Energy Economy - UK Energy Research Centre
Reports and key findings
The following case studies are linked to this research programme. Full details of each case study are available from NERC's Science Impacts Database.
Willow and poplar grown on marginal land could meet UK targets for renewable bioenergy Synopsis: Short-rotation coppices of willow and poplar could meet bioenergy's share of UK renewable energy targets without appreciably compromising food production or protected areas.
Global Oil Depletion - a report from the UK Energy Research Centre Synopsis: UKERC report on Global Oil Depletion analyses the arguments around Peak Oil.
Energy Systems and modelling from the UK Energy Research Centre Synopsis: UK MARKAL modellers influence future energy policy.
A 40-year plan for UK energy Synopsis: A recent report published by the UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC) sets out ambitious plans to achieve a secure low-carbon energy system for Britain over the next four decades.
Energy Atlas for the UK launched online, helping plan and prioritise research Synopsis: UKERC's Energy Research Atlas shows the status of energy research and development in the UK, helping prioritise and plan research.
Renewable energy is a reliable and economically feasible source of power for the UK Synopsis: A major review says renewable energy from wind and waves would not threaten reliability of supply, or be excessively expensive.
Reducing emissions can fuel more polluting lifestyles threatening UK climate policies Synopsis: Increased use of energy efficient appliances could negate their role in cutting emissions. Researchers say we need to plan for this rebound effect on energy use.