Climate action is often judged only by upfront costs but that misses the bigger picture. In our new blog, Josh Lait, Tim Foxon, Andrew Sudmant & Ruaidhri Higgins-Lavery explore how demand-side climate solutions deliver major social benefits that are often overlooked👇
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The strategy so far seems to be to promote renewables but we can't build enough in time to save us from this oil crisis.
There's lots of @edrc-uk.bsky.social research into how we can reduce energy use without sacrificing quality of life. It's probably a good time to get into this.
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📣EDRC Flexible Fund update: after a pause during the Centre’s move from Sussex to Birmingham, funding reopens in stages: Impact Acceleration (30 Apr), Rapid Projects (1 Jul), and International (1 Sep). More details coming in June. Learn more & apply on our website: www.edrc.ac.uk/edrc-flexibl...
📢 New report by Llinos Brown and Kate Pangbourne on community climate action in NE Scotland. Using Ripple Effects Mapping, it shows how the NESCAN Hub supports impacts beyond emissions reduction, community wellbeing, skills & partnerships, and sets 12 recommendations for action: tinyurl.com/4r8j2jv7
👇Read Jacopo Torriti's new paper showing how structural constrains (such as inflexible supply, high shutdowns, and limited storage) create conditions under which demand turn-up becomes a viable mechanism for balancing supply and demand: www.edrc.ac.uk/publications...
📢 New policy brief: Climate action isn’t just a cost. Our brief sets out how to embed multiple benefits in policymaking:
Communicate benefits, involve communities, provide national guidance, add Green Book guidance on assessments, and explore mandating benefit assessments.
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As another energy crisis begins to take hold, the UK must take action to reduce energy demand to limit impacts on households that are already suffering.
This blog explores how we should redefine energy security to address demand in addition to supply.
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🎤Listen to the latest episode of @ukerc.bsky.social's talking energy podcast, where our co-director Sara Walker talks about the role and use of hydrogen in our energy grid, how much carbon can be saved by integrating hydrogen into our gas system, and the demand-side of energy: tinyurl.com/3tanfmdv
📈 Energy prices are rising again. How can the UK better protect households from global fuel price shocks? In this new blog, @mcbrisbois.bsky.social and Caroline Kuzemko argue that reducing energy demand must be central to energy security: www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/ho...
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Latest Energy Conversations ep 🎙️ Uswitch Director of Regulation, Richard Neudegg and CEP's Dr Calvillo
Watch/listen at the links below:
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📺YT www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUjR...
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Last year, we hosted a webinar on how to rethink energy geopolitics, talking about renewable supply chains and how to rethink energy security.
Watch it in full on our YouTube Channel.
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New CEP research shows that an early switch to low-carbon fuel production in Shetland could underpin a successful transition - read more⬇️ #greenjobs
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👇New paper by Dr Janine Morley! It explores how indoor temperatures can be addressed through policy that shapes everyday practices not just voluntary change or hard limits, by coordinating health, housing, welfare & energy policy.
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New podcast episode featuring our EDRC researcher Christian Calvillo, and Richard Neudegg, Director of Regulation at Uswitch - a discussion on the rapidly changing energy market. Watch & listen at the links below👇
📢 Flexible fund update! Thank you for the strong interest in our latest funding cycle. Due to high demand, applications for the Rapid Projects Fund will reopen in April 2026, supporting efficient management during a transition between institutes. More info: www.edrc.ac.uk/edrc-flexibl...
Energy Saving Week ends today. Is “turn the thermostat down” really enough?
In a new EDRC blog, Dr Janine Morley explores energy sufficiency, comfort and public policy – and why energy saving needs to go beyond advice alone.
👇Read more: www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/tu...
Some big news for January. I started a new position at @unibirmingham.bsky.social as one of their new 125th Anniversary Chairs. Very excited about this opportunity and look forward to highlighting the work of @edrc-uk.bsky.social in the new role too. Also big thanks @sussex.ac.uk for the past 19yrs.
At EDRC, we welcome the publication of the Warm Homes Plan.
Our latest blog breaks down why it matters: www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/wa...
It centres energy demand reduction, with plans for solar, batteries, cleaner heating, better insulation and fairer costs.
👇Our new webinar with Prof Louise Reardon is now on YouTube! She explains how researchers can engage with UK Parliament, from Select Committees to the Library and POST, sharing practical insights from her work.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMzE...
👇What does a whole-system approach to EDI mean for energy research? Dr Lirong Liu reflects on the EDI in Energy Research: from Theory into Practice event, showing why inclusive change must happen across individuals, organisations and structures in the energy research system: tinyurl.com/mr3j4yjc
The energy transition will only succeed if it works for everyone. New blog by Vicki Sperrey, Nick Eyre, Uttara Narayan & Sarah Higginson explores how UK energy systems can disadvantage racialised communities and why everyday energy use matters for justice and net zero.
www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/wh...
👇How do we unlock the full potential of the UK’s technological transition to cut energy demand? John Barrett, Andy Yuille, Rebecca Willis & Alice Garvey share insights from citizens’ panels on heat pumps, EVs, transport, repairable products & circular economy solutions: tinyurl.com/49smuxxm
Energy security isn’t just about supply. ⚡
New @financialtimes.com report featuring Dr Marie Claire Brisbois on why energy demand-side policies are key to resilience, reduced imports & stronger communities.
#UCLGeography #EnergyPolicy #EnergySecurity @edrc-uk.bsky.social @ukerc.bsky.social
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📢📗CEP cited extensively in @houseofcommons.parliament.uk new report on Workforce Planning for Clean Energy: publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5901/cm...
Report also references oral evidence from our Senior Research Fellow, Dr Calvillo, and the consultation response from @edrc-uk.bsky.social
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📢We are excited to announce that Prof Timothy Foxon and our Advisory Board member Louise Sunderland (RAP) will be presenting at the Bennett Institute for Innovation and Policy Acceleration 2026 Symposium on 19th February. Register now: bennettinstitutesussex.org/stories/2026...
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📢 There is still time to apply for our Flexible fund until 12 December 2025! All our Flexible Fund will pause for applications after 12 December for the winter break. Submissions will reopen on Monday 2 February 2026 for all funds.
👉Apply now: www.edrc.ac.uk/edrc-flexibl...
A major update to the Place-Based Carbon Calculator is here now with Scotland & Wales, annual footprints (2010–2020), richer demographic detail, new “Community Photo” visuals + net-zero progress tracking.
👇Read @drmalcolmmorgan.bsky.social new blog: www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/ha...
#BUDGET2025 - CEP reacts to energy bill announcements💼🪙
Read our full statement below⬇️
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Affordable energy for all means an energy system with equity at its heart. 💚 The transition can reduce or worsen inequality, especially for migrants and refugees. Flexibility can cut bills but risks higher costs for those who can’t shift use. Fair rules must protect everyone: tinyurl.com/ynkzrbt3
📢 The Budget brings welcome steps on lowering energy bills, freezing rail fares & extending mileage-based EV charges, but big gaps remain. What replaces ECO? When will the Warm Homes Plan land? And why miss the chance to back energy demand reduction measures?👇
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