Independent whole systems research for a sustainable energy future

Review of Energy Policy 2025

Our flagship publication takes stock of energy policy in the UK, offering insights and commentary on key developments in the sector.

Peter Taylor, Richard Carmichael et al

Publications

Working paper

From National to Neighbourhood: A Scoping Review of Place-Based Building and Heat Decarbonisation Policy in Great Britain (2010–2026)

This scoping review helps to refine the understanding of this policy landscape through examining how place-based and related approaches to building and heat decarbonisation have been employed in both government policy and non-governmental organisation (NGO) literature in Great Britain from 2010 to 2026.

20 May 2026

Journal article

Editorial: Just Energy Transitions for Europe and Beyond

This research topic aims to explore the conceptual and practical aspects of a ‘just’ energy transition both within and beyond Europe.

19 May 2026

Consultation response

Call for Evidence: Critical Minerals

The Business and Trade Sub Committee on Economic Security, Arms and Export Controls launched an inquiry to consider how domestic production and trade can support a secure supply of critical minerals for UK industry, and assess the likely impact of the proposals set out in the Government’s strategy.

28 April 2026

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News

Article

Towards a Combined Critical-spatial Lens for Understanding the Social Acceptance of Overhead High Voltage Power Lines

Existing research has over-focused on negative community responses to Overhead High Voltage Power…

05 May 2026

Article

ECR Net Zero Conference: What stayed with me

UKERC Researcher Stephen Agyeman reflects on his vist to the ECR Net Zero Conference in Birmingham…

05 May 2026

Article

Reflections From the Iberian Blackout – One Year On

It’s been a year since the power system on the entire Iberian peninsula suffered a voltage…

28 April 2026

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Events

UKERC hosted

20 May 2026 – 21 May 2026

UKERC Annual Assembly 2026

Join us for the UKERC Annual Assembly, taking place on 20 & 21 May 2026 in…

28 May 2026. 18:00

The Future Grid: Undaunted & 2150

The UK’s energy landscape is evolving, and so too must the grid. With electricity demand…

02 June 2026 – 03 June 2026

Gas, LNG & The Future of Energy Conference

2nd to 3rd June 2026London, United…

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