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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC)

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We provide research and evidence for an affordable and secure low energy future. Energy demand researchers across 14 UK universities. Funded by @ukri.org Explore our website: www.edrc.ac.uk

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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
🏭 How is industrial energy demand changing and what does it mean for business? Join Jon Saltmarsh, Adesina Oluwatomi, Matthew Rhodes and Dr Imogen Rattle on 14 July, 2pm, to discuss challenges, opportunities and the transition to a cleaner future. Register: www.edrc.ac.uk/events/the-c...
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The Changing Shape of Energy Demand in Industry - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
What does it mean to decarbonise rural places when no two rural communities are the same? This new blog offers insights from an EDRC workshop on rural energy demand, energy vulnerability, transport, home heating and why policy must better reflect rural realities. www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/de...
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Decarbonising rural places differently: Insights from EDRC’s research community - Energy Demand Research Centre
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People, Place and Energy Research Centre (PPERC) @pperc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Massive thank you to everyone who attended our Launch Event yesterday! 🧡💡🧡 Thanks @nannetteyoussef.bsky.social & @peternewell.bsky.social for the excellent presentations! With Director @stefanb23.bsky.social Supported by: @uomseed.bsky.social @justcentre.bsky.social @edrc-uk.bsky.social
PPERC Members & Presenters at the PPERC Launch Event
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
How do racialised disadvantages affect people’s ability to access and use the energy system? Join us on 8 July, 2pm for a free webinar exploring how racialised inequalities shape energy experiences and access. Register now: www.edrc.ac.uk/events/racia...
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Racialisation and Energy Demand - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Dr Imogen Rattle @imogenrattle.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
New blog from Peter and me on what local industrial decarbonisations plans reveal about what place-based policy can (and can't) do for industrial decarbonisation. New paper in @climate-policy.bsky.social coming soon #energysky #IndustrialDecarbonisation
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Missed our webinar on energy demand and energy security? Watch Marie Claire Brisbois, Caroline Kuzemko and Jim Watson discuss how recent global conflict is affecting UK energy security and the crucial role of demand in building resilience now and for the future: youtu.be/9No895jvWbY
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What does energy demand have to do with energy security?
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
🏭Industrial decarbonisation looks very different beyond the UK's major industrial clusters. In a new blog, Imogen Rattle and Peter Taylor explore lessons from the Local Industrial Decarbonisation Plan (LIDP) competition and what they mean for achieving net zero: www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/le...
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Lessons from the UK's Local Industrial Decarbonisation Plan competition - Energy Demand Research Centre
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People, Place and Energy Research Centre (PPERC) @pperc.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
💬 Reflections from PPERC Director @stefanb23.bsky.social on the Centre's inception 👉Explore Stefan’s work research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/s... Professor in Geography @uomseed.bsky.social Co-investigator @edrc-uk.bsky.social Co-investigator @justcentre.bsky.social
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People, Place and Energy Research Centre (PPERC) @pperc.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
💬 Reflections from Dr Katherine Sugar, People Place and Energy Research Centre's Research Co-Ordinator… Katherine is an Energy Geographer @uomseed.bsky.social & @edrc-uk.bsky.social & energy ECR Champion @sustainableuom.bsky.social 👉 Katherine's work: research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/k...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Our May newsletter is here, don't miss: 🎉 2026 Royal Geographical Society Back Award for Stefan Bouzarovski 📘 A New briefing, paper & guest blog 🎤 An invite to the @pperc.bsky.social launch event 🤝 A Postdoc job opportunity at Reading Read it: tinyurl.com/2v2k9nku Subscribe: edrc.eo.page/gf34q
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EDRC Newsletter May 2026
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
🤝 The green transition is not only about technology, it’s about people, skills, communities, and inclusion. In this new guest blog, Surabhi Mantha explores what “green jobs” really mean and why local coordination matters for a just transition. 👇 www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/we...
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“We need to show people that there is a place for them in this transition”: reflection on Green Jobs and Skills public talk - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
📣Join @pperc.bsky.social launch Event supported by @justcentre.bsky.social @edrc-uk.bsky.social & @uomseed.bsky.social 📅Thu 18 June 🕑3-5pm 📍Cordingley Theatre, Humanities Bridgeford Street Find out more & sign up: 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pperc-laun...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
👏 That’s a wrap on two great days at the University of Surrey for our Whole Centre Meeting! 🎉It was great to discuss with all our members upcoming research outputs, projects updates and key messages shaping our journey towards impact for an affordable and secure low energy future: edrc.eo.page/gf34q
Group photo of EDRC members standing outside the Surrey Business School building, gathered on steps beside a large metal deer sculpture, with campus signage and greenery visible in the background.Stone sculpture in a campus garden surrounded by purple flowers and greenery, with a brick tower and golden rooftop figure in the background at the University of Surrey.Metal deer sculpture with a key outside Surrey Business School building, with landscaped bushes and a large screen on the façade showing a tennis player under a partly cloudy sky.
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UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
One week to go until our next webinar with @edrc-uk.bsky.social! 'What does energy demand have to do with energy security?' will examine the impact of recent conflict for energy security in the UK. @mcbrisbois.bsky.social, @cisk.bsky.social and @watsonjim.bsky.social. ukerc.ac.uk/events/webin...
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Webinar: What does energy demand have to do with energy security?
Energy security is top of political agenda at the moment. This webinar will examine the role energy demand has to...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
While we are responding to our mid-term review, the Fund has been paused and will relaunch in Autumn 2026. More information including updated timelines and next steps will be shared as soon as possible on our website: www.edrc.ac.uk/edrc-flexibl...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
📢 New briefing by Katherine Sugar explores how public procurement can help bridge national net zero ambitions and local delivery realities. The study highlights challenges around social value, local authority capacity, and barriers for smaller organisations. 👉 www.edrc.ac.uk/publications...
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Public Procurement for a Just, Net Zero Transition - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
📣New blog by Dr Alice Garvey shares insights from the EDRC Citizens’ Panel on what fair energy demand reduction could look like in rural places and why decarbonisation can’t be separated from everyday rural life, access, equity and choice. Read more: www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/wh...
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“What if we forget rural people?” Citizen perspectives on fair rural energy demand reduction - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
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👇 www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/cl...
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Climate action is undervalued. How can we fix that? - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Marie Claire Brisbois @mcbrisbois.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
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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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
📣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...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
📢 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
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Understanding and supporting community climate action groups. Evidence from north east Scotland - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
👇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...
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Demand turn-up in electricity markets: Economic lessons from non-energy sectors - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
📢 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. tinyurl.com/3epsmn3v
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Valuing the multiple benefits of local authority climate action in the UK - Energy Demand Research Centre
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UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
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. ukerc.ac.uk/news/how-the...
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How the UK can Protect Households from Spiking Fuel Prices
As another energy crisis takes hold, the UK must take action to reduce energy demand to limit impacts on households...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
🎤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
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Talking Energy: The UKERC Podcast – Hydrogen, Heat Pumps and the Future of Energy Demand with Sara Walker
In the latest episode of the talking energy podcast, Professor Sara Walker talked about the role and use of hydrogen...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
📈 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... @ukerc.bsky.social
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How the UK can protect households from spiking fuel prices - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Centre for Energy Policy (CEP) @strathcep.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Latest Energy Conversations ep 🎙️ Uswitch Director of Regulation, Richard Neudegg and CEP's Dr Calvillo Watch/listen at the links below: 📺Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/2N0c... 📺YT www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUjR... 🎧Apple podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m... @ukerc.bsky.social @edrc-uk.bsky.social
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UK Energy Research Centre @ukerc.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
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. @edrc-uk.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mwm_...
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UKERC Webinar: Rethinking Energy Geopolitics
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Centre for Energy Policy (CEP) @strathcep.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
New CEP research shows that an early switch to low-carbon fuel production in Shetland could underpin a successful transition - read more⬇️ #greenjobs @edrc-uk.bsky.social
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NEW CEP Research📢❗Early action at Sullom Voe Terminal could underpin the transition of Shetland economy 💷 Today, we publish two new policy briefs on the future of the Sullom Voe Terminal and what… |...
NEW CEP Research📢❗Early action at Sullom Voe Terminal could underpin the transition of Shetland economy 💷 Today, we publish two new policy briefs on the future of the Sullom Voe Terminal and what th...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
👇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. www.edrc.ac.uk/publications...
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Energy sufficiency, space temperature and public policy - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
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👇
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
📢 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...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
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...
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Turn your thermostat down: From energy saving advice to public policy? - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Prof Mari Martiskainen @martiskainen.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
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.
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
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.
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Families to save in biggest home upgrade plan in British history
Government launches 'Warm Homes Plan' to upgrade the nation's homes, help families cut their energy bills, and tackle fuel poverty.
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
👇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...
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Engaging with Parliament Opportunities and Advice for Researchers
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
👇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
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A whole-system approach is needed in EDI - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
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...
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Why the energy transition must work for everyone - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
👇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
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How to maximise the full potential of the technological transition needed to reduce the UK’s energy demand - Energy Demand Research Centre
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UCL Department of Geography @uclgeography.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
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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Building energy resilience in an uncertain world
Cutting demand is emerging as one of the most powerful and overlooked options for strengthening energy security
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Centre for Energy Policy (CEP) @strathcep.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
📢📗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 🧵(1/3)
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
📢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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Stories - The Bennett Institute
Announcing the Bennett Institute's 2026 Symposium, register now
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
📢 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...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
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...
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Hark! The Data Angels Sing: Carbon footprints to you we bring - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Centre for Energy Policy (CEP) @strathcep.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
#BUDGET2025 - CEP reacts to energy bill announcements💼🪙 Read our full statement below⬇️ www.linkedin.com/pulse/centre...
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Centre for Energy Policy statement on the 2025 Budget decision on energy bills and ECO
The Centre for Energy Policy welcomes the Chancellor’s decision to ease the decarbonisation burden on electricity bills – a significant move away from placing green and system costs directly on househ...
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
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
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Hostile environments: housing and asylum policies as drivers of energy deprivation among UK refugee communities - Energy Demand Research Centre
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Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) @edrc-uk.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
📢 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?👇 www.edrc.ac.uk/news-blog/ed...
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EDRC response to the Budget: Welcome news on lower energy bills and fairer transport measures but more needed on energy demand measures - Energy Demand Research Centre
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