Exeter Energy news archive: 2015-2019
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Universities have alerted us to the scale of the climate crisis – now they must lead in showing society how to solve it
esearch associate in Energy Policy at the University of Exeter, writes for the Conversation UK
“Power shift” needed to improve gender balance in energy research, report says
Women still face significant barriers in forging successful and influential careers in UK energy research, a new high-level report has revealed.
University declares an environment and climate emergency
Exeter has declared an environment and climate emergency to support those calling for urgent action and show commitment to leading the change required.
New online course: Transforming Energy Systems: Why governance matters
A new online course has been launched, exploring why and how energy systems need to change to rapidly decarbonise the GB energy system in a cost-effective, secure and equitable manner.
£1.6m grant to improve building façade technologies for better energy efficiency
A pioneering project to create new technologies to improve the energy efficiency of buildings has begun, after receiving a substantial grant.
Exeter climate change experts feature in major new documentary
World-leading climate change experts from the University of Exeter will give a fascinating insight into the impacts of global warming when they appear on a hard-hitting BBC documentary.
Call for evidence on climate change extended
The Committee on Climate Change has extended the deadline on a call for evidence to identify relevant published information about the risks and opportunities facing the UK from climate change.
Cornwall’s granite could hold key to South West England's geothermal potential
Granite from Cornwall will be examined by UK scientists as part of a £1.8 million project in order to help the country increase its use of geothermal energy.
ExeterEnergy is launching a monthly lunchtime seminar series
ExeterEnergy is launching a monthly lunchtime seminar series under the theme of ‘Making Sense of Sustainable Energy Systems’.
Funding boost supports next generation of highly skilled scientists and engineers for offshore renewable energy industry
The University of Exeter’s role in developing the next generation of offshore renewable energy has received a significant boost, it has been announced.
Exeter research wins prestigious engineering prize
Pioneering research that seeks to create new techniques to aid the selection, development and deployment of ocean energy systems has been recognised with a prestigious award.
A win for Build Solar at the Cornwall Sustainability Awards
Build Solar, an innovative spin-out company from the University of Exeter, lead the way at the Cornwall Sustainability Awards with a win in the "Innovation - Tomorrow's Contribution to Sustainability" category for their impressive new product Solar Squared, a multifunctional glass brick.
Major new project to understand public attitudes and community responses to shale gas in the UK
The ASSIST (Attitudes to Shale gaS In Space and Time) project is led by academics at Exeter, Stirling, Edinburgh, Heriot Watt and Cardiff Universities that will shed light on how public responses to shale gas unfold over time at national, regional and local levels.
University sets ambitious carbon reduction target
The University of Exeter has announced a new carbon reduction target that commits to achieving a 50 per cent reduction in energy-related carbon emissions by 2026, and has approved investment in a range of energy-saving projects to help achieve this.
Tevi supports new circular economy initiative for Cornish businesses
Businesses from across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly gathered at the University of Exeter campus, Penryn today for the 2018 Circular Economy Summit.
Knowing your neighbour cares about the environment encourages people to use less energy
Giving people information about how much gas or electricity their neighbours use encourages them to use less energy, research shows.
New University of Exeter Business School centre opened by Dame Ellen MacArthur
Record-breaking sailor Dame Ellen MacArthur, founder of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, has officially marked the opening of a new centre at the University of Exeter Business School, which is dedicated to tackling some of the world’s greatest social and economic challenges.
Exeter researchers come together to launch ExeterEnergy
Around 90 University of Exeter researchers and external stakeholders came together at the Penryn Campus on Sept 10th to officially launch the ExeterEnergy initiative.
Whole System Approaches for Smart, Flexible Energy Systems
Academics, students and industry to come together to officially launch ExeterEnergy on the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus in Cornwall.
Exeter part of £5million programme to maintain UK’s status as global leader in offshore renewables
The University of Exeter is part of national consortium awarded £5million to bring together a network of academic,
Scientists use ‘funnel-vision’ to pioneer cheap and efficient solar energy
Scientists have developed a pioneering new technique that could unlock new methods of making solar energy more efficient.
WaveSub successfully installed at FaBTest
UK wave technology development company Marine Power Systems (MPS) has successfully installed its prototype WaveSub.
Pioneering mooring rope deployed at a cutting-edge wave energy device
A sophisticated new type of mooring rope has been successfully deployed at a cutting-edge wave energy device.
Invisible barrier on ocean surface can reduce carbon uptake
An invisible layer of biological compounds on the sea surface reduces the rate at which carbon dioxide gas moves between the atmosphere and the oceans, scientists have reported.
Pioneering new Renewable Energy facility opens on Penryn Campus
A pioneering new renewable energy teaching and research centre has officially opened on the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus in Cornwall.
Research gives new ray of hope for solar fuel
The quest to develop the ‘Holy Grail’ of affordable, viable and environmentally-friendly fuels using sunlight has taken an exciting new twist.
Future Energy Systems conference highlights female leaders in energy system change
A high-profile conference will showcase the work of inspirational women across the energy sector, to mark international Women’s Day.
Renewable Energy Students Visit Parliament
Renewable Energy Engineering students from the University of Exeter met with three Government ministers as part of a special fact-finding trip to the House of Commons.
O2 backs eco-friendly phone charging network
A trio of graduates have won backing from mobile phone giant O2 for their eco-friendly phone charging network.
Project develops next generation of offshore renewable energy technology
World-leading researchers from the University of Exeter will collaborate with counterparts in China on a pioneering new project to develop the next generation of offshore renewable energy (ORE) technologies.
OPERA consortium receives Yoshio Masuda prize
The H2020 OPERA project has received the Yoshio Masuda prize.
Buildings to generate their own power with innovative glass blocks
Buildings could soon be able to convert the sun’s energy into electricity without the need for solar panels, thanks to innovative new technology.
Students launch green phone-charging firm
An eco-friendly phone charging network is being launched by three engineering students from the University of Exeter.
Brexit negotiations crucial for future UK energy supplies and nuclear safeguards
Energy policy offers the UK and EU an important opportunity to develop new models of partnership and common ground imperative to the UK’s future, according to a new Chatham House paper.
Falmouth marine energy test site set for further success
A new lease has been signed for marine renewable energy testing in Falmouth Bay.
World is embracing clean energy, says University of Exeter professor
Renewable, energy efficient and flexible electricity sources are being adopted by policy makers and investors across the globe and this is sign of optimism in the battle against climate change.
Climate change: how Brits feel about ‘smart’ energy
Reluctance to share data about personal energy use is likely to be a major obstacle when implementing ‘smart’ technologies.