29 June 2012

The UCL Energy Institute was launched three years ago today, with the aim of accelerating the transition to a globally sustainable energy system through world-class energy research, education and policy support.
Read a brief report of what UCL-Energy has achieved over the past three years.
Our achievements:
Since the launch UCL-Energy has:
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Brought together a new, highly motivated, multidisciplinary group of 40 core staff who are world
leading in their understanding of energy demand in the built environment,
transport and energy systems. |
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Attracted a portfolio of nearly £10 million of research project
funding from
government, industry and charities. The last year saw UCL Energy submit 35
proposals, 17 of which have been funded with a value to UCL of £2.3m. |
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Established a vibrant Doctoral Training Programme of over 40 PhD students and a growing portfolio of multidisciplinary postgraduate programmes such as the MRes in Energy Demand Studies. |
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Published the results of research findings in three co-edited books (one sole authored by a student), 17 book chapters, and appeared in more than 140 academic publications. |
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Worked on UK and international policy, including: providing formal parliamentary evidence, links to CCC, IEA and IPCC and providing regular advice and support to government departments. |
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Developed partnerships with industry including the provision of advice and joint research. Industrial partners include, EDF, E.ON, PassivSystems, Lloyd’s Register, Johnson Controls and Arup. |
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Delivered over 40 UCL-Energy seminars, facilitating knowledge sharing on energy-related issues with both the UCL community and with key stakeholders in industry, government and other research institutes. |
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Participated in media opportunities including: in The Daily Telegraph, Guardian Online and BBC Online, and in public engagement opportunities, including UCL's Bright Club. |
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Published a number of student blogs on our website, covering topics including the Cheltenham Science Festival, understanding the Green Deal and low carbon design. |
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Interacted with and tweeted news, events and comment to over 300 followers on Twitter. |









