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Ofgem to fund new geothermal energy project

GeoGrid, a project to explore the benefits and applications of geothermal energy for decarbonisation in the UK, has been awarded £480,000 in funding.

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Unlocking the power of solar energy in African communities

Dr Sheridan Few is part of a consortium with partners in Ghana, Kenya, and Rwanda, which will boost community access to solar energy in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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Renewable energy systems return more net energy to society than fossil fuels

New research shows that, despite previous beliefs, renewable energy systems have a higher ‘energy return on investment’ than fossil fuels.

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Can degrowth affect climate change?

A new study explores whether reducing production and consumption growth could significantly contribute to resolving the climate crisis.

Log floating in a quarry, showing old debris, metal infrastructure and calm reflections in the water. English Lake District, Hodge Close Quarry near Coniston.

£2.6 million training centre in mineral resources for the green energy transition

Researchers at Leeds have helped to secure a £2.6 million initiative funded by Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), part of UK Research and Innovation.