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A nuclear society: rebuilding perceptions of nuclear energy

Adrian Bull with beard By Filed Under: Energy and Environment, Renewables, Science and Engineering, Science and Technology Posted:

The nuclear industry has historically had a fairly tumultuous relationship with wider society. Early perceptions of nuclear energy were generally positive, with it viewed as a beacon of how technology went hand in hand with increasing prosperity. However, a history of highly-publicised leaks, discharges and assorted incidents have created a legacy of societal mistrust of […]

Communities, traffic and positive action to address air pollution

Sheena Cruickshank By Filed Under: All posts, Cities and Environment, Energy and Environment, Health and Care, Urban Posted:

Air pollution levels in Greater Manchester are some of the highest in the UK. As air pollution can potentially worsen pre-existing health conditions, Greater Manchester residents are increasingly concerned about the high rates of air pollution and are seeking to find practical, place-based solutions to tackle the issue. In this article, Professor Sheena Cruickshank addresses […]

Sustainability transitions: catalysing innovation in the foundational economy for a green and just future

Photo of Usman's profileElvira UyarraPhoto of Jo Mylan wearing a pink scarf and blazer By , and Filed Under: All posts, Cities and Environment, Energy and Environment, Growth and Inclusion, UK economy, Urban Posted:

The UK is making progress to achieve net zero, with the latest findings indicating that UK emissions in 2021 fell below 2019 levels. These efforts, however, are still identified as insufficient for fulfilling the Paris Agreement. To lead the way towards a green and just future, regional and urban areas are developing ambitious strategies to […]

Can geothermal energy provide a sustainable source of renewable heat in the UK?

By Filed Under: All posts, Energy and Environment, Renewables, Science and Engineering Posted:

With the move towards sustainable, low carbon energy in the UK, alongside a need for long-term energy security, a range of renewable energy sources are under consideration by national and devolved governments in the UK. Some, like wind energy, are well-developed, while others have barely entered the public consciousness. One such source is geothermal energy. […]

Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage – real-worlding emission estimates

Clair GoughAndrew Welfle By , and Filed Under: All posts, Energy and Environment, Science and Engineering, UK economy Posted:

Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) could play an important role in meeting the UK’s net zero emissions target according to the sixth carbon budget scenarios. However, there are many different ways BECCS could be deployed in the UK, and how that roll out is managed could make a big difference in terms of […]

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Generating solutions: responses and reforms for the energy price crisis

By Filed Under: All posts, British Politics, Energy and Environment, Renewables, Science and Technology Posted:

The UK and Europe are facing rapid increases in energy prices from what were already high levels. While the UK has committed to an energy price cap until April 2023, beyond this date only targeted support for the poorest households is likely to be affordable. In this blog, Dr Ed Manderson explains the impact that […]

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How can nuclear help with energy costs – and how do we pay for nuclear?

By Filed Under: All posts, British Politics, Energy and Environment, Science and Engineering Posted:

Europe is struggling through a period of exorbitant energy prices. In addition to directly hitting consumers with a higher cost of living, high energy prices will also have detrimental effects on business and industry. In this blog, Will Bodel from the Dalton Nuclear Institute examines the role of nuclear energy in reducing the cost of […]

On productivity and Net Zero

By Filed Under: All posts, Cities and Environment, Energy and Environment, Growth and Inclusion, Industry 4.0, OnProductivity, Renewables, Science and Engineering, UK economy Posted:

The UK government has assigned itself with the tasks of boosting productivity in left-behind areas and transitioning to a net-zero economy. In this blog, Professor Jonatan Pinkse explores how the UK can simultaneously improve its standards of productivity regionally while transitioning to a net-zero economy. His policy recommendations include securing green jobs and not using […]

Fracking’s back on the menu, but is it half-baked?

By Filed Under: All posts, British Politics, Energy and Environment, Renewables, Science and Engineering Posted:

The UK and other European countries are facing a severe energy crisis, with the potential to place more than 8 million UK households in fuel poverty this winter. This ‘energy’ crisis is more accurately a natural gas crisis, driven mostly by restrictions on Russian gas supply to Europe. In one of her first initiatives as […]

Water demand and drought: how can we reduce demand to address multiple socio-environmental crises?

Claire HoolohanAlison BrowneJoseph Cahill By , and Filed Under: All posts, Cities and Environment, Energy and Environment, Science and Technology Posted:

Water demand and drought: how can we reduce demand to address multiple socio-environmental crises? Droughts are becoming more severe across the UK and Europe, not least as a result of climate change, and there are renewed debates about sustainability and continuation of water supplies. How people use water in their homes has consequences for water […]

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