Eight exciting new ECR projects from the CREDS Flexible Fund
Projects from the 2019 Call were selected at a decision-making panel in March 2020. We’re delighted to announce the successful projects!
CREDS welcomes Citizens’ Assembly ideas for a net-zero carbon economy
CREDS welcomes the interim briefing from the Citizens’ Assembly UK – “Covid-19, recovery and the path to net zero”.
3D stock modelling
A new paper by CREDS researchers on the 3DStock method aims to provide the tools for central and local decision makers and stakeholders to plan the future development of the built environment to reduce energy and power demands and deliver low carbon outcomes.
Global CREDS study uncovers best ways to change consumption to cut carbon footprint
A new study highlights the most effective ways to cut our carbon footprint, results that will help inform government decisions as it plans recovery from the coronavirus crisis.
e-bikes could slash transport emissions and get Britons back to work
Electrically-assisted bikes (e-bikes) could slash carbon dioxide emissions from transport, and offer workers a safe and sustainable route back to the office and factory.
Make fun of your research
CREDS researcher Michael Fell and UCL colleague Alexandra Schneiders reflect on their experience of developing an energy board game.
Ending the daily work commute may not cut energy usage as much as one might hope
A mass move to working-from-home accelerated by the Coronavirus pandemic might not be as beneficial to the planet as many hope, according to a new study.
How does energy research have to change during a climate emergency?
In the UK, the Government is now committed to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. To reach such a target, everything will have to change – and this includes how we do energy research. Yet, so far, we are doing research as usual.
Health benefits of policies to reduce carbon emissions
CREDS researcher Ian Hamilton, along with colleagues, recently had their work on Climate Change and Health impacts for the UK published in the BMJ medical journal.
Jacopo’s new book: Appraising the Economics of Smart Meters
CREDS researcher, Jacopo Torriti’s new book is available on 2nd April.
Early Career Researcher Call: Successful projects
Our Flexible Fund, which we use to fill research gaps and develop research capacity, has recently allocated funding to six new projects.
Making our homes net-zero
Tadj Oreszczyn was interviewed by Anthea Turner for the London Live TV show where he discussed the changes we can expect to see in our homes as we head towards net zero carbon emissions.
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