Energy Conversations

In this episode, we’re focusing on fairness and households in the energy transition. As the UK accelerates towards net zero, what does that actually mean for everyday heating and cooling of our homes, particularly for those already struggling with energy costs?We’re joined by Centre for Energy Policy PhD students, Megan Scherrer and Marta Santini, whose PhD projects are looking at how households interact with heating and energy efficiency measures.→Read more of Marta’s work ⁠here ⁠and ⁠here⁠→Read more of Megan’s work ⁠here ⁠and ⁠here⁠-------------------------------------------------------------------The ⁠Centre for Energy Policy⁠ at the University of Strathclyde works to ensure that transitions to mid-century net zero targets deliver sustainable and more equitable prosperity.-------------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠LinkedIn⁠Follow us on ⁠Bluesky ⁠and ⁠X⁠Music credit: Arturo Gonzalez (@arturibus)Video & audio editor: Richard Hill and Paulina Gonzalez-Martinez This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit centreforenergypolicy.substack.com

In this episode, Dr Aliya Tskhay and Dr Stephen Agyeman Duah discuss the complex role of critical minerals in the shift to low-carbon technologies such as electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. While these resources offer major opportunities for economic growth in mineral-rich countries, their extraction often raises pressing environmental and ethical concerns. The conversation delves into how nations can navigate these challenges, drawing lessons from history to promote fairer, more sustainable outcomes in the race to decarbonise.→Read Dr Agyeman’s paper on Morocco-China-EU Relations on Green Transition Minerals - APRI – Africa Policy Research Institute: https://afripoli.org/morocco-china-eu-relations-on-green-transition-minerals→Read Dr Tskhay’s article on Just transition – as the basis for the EU-Central Asia cooperation on critical raw materials | The Hague Research Institute: https://hagueresearch.org/just-transition-as-the-basis-for-the-eu-central-asia-cooperation-on-critical-raw-materials/-------------------------------------------------------------------The Centre for Energy Policy at the University of Strathclyde works to ensure that transitions to mid-century net zero targets deliver sustainable and more equitable prosperity.-------------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to our ⁠⁠LinkedIn newsletter⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Twitter/X⁠⁠Music credit: Arturo Gonzalez (@arturibus)Audio engineer: Richard Hill This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit centreforenergypolicy.substack.com

As the UK accelerates towards net zero, how can we make sure no one gets left behind? This episode explores the critical concept of "just transitions" – ensuring that the shift to a low-carbon economy is fair and equitable for all communities. ⁠Dr Kirsten Jenkins⁠, Senior Lecturer in Energy, Environment and Society at the University of Edinburgh, and ⁠Hannah Corbett⁠, Senior Knowledge Exchange Fellow, examine how climate policies can protect workers, support vulnerable populations, and address social inequalities.-------------------------------------------------------------------The Centre for Energy Policy at the University of Strathclyde works to ensure that transitions to mid-century net zero targets deliver sustainable and more equitable prosperity.-------------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to our ⁠⁠LinkedIn newsletter⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Twitter/X⁠⁠Music credit: Arturo Gonzalez (@arturibus)Audio engineer: Richard Hill This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit centreforenergypolicy.substack.com

This debut episode features Donna Sutherland, Head of Commercial at Veri Energy, and Professor Karen Turner, Director and founder of CEP. In this inaugural episode, these experienced energy professionals share their personal experiences and insights into the evolving landscape of women's roles in the energy sector. Their candid conversation explores both the challenges and opportunities for women in the industry, whilst emphasising how diverse perspectives drive innovation and sustainability in the energy sector.-------------------------------------------------------------------The Centre for Energy Policy at the University of Strathclyde works to ensure that transitions to mid-century net zero targets deliver sustainable and more equitable prosperity.-------------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to our LinkedIn newsletterFollow us on LinkedinFollow us on BlueskyFollow us on Twitter/XMusic credit: Arturo Gonzalez (@arturibus)Audio engineer: Richard Hill This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit centreforenergypolicy.substack.com