How can we build resilience as we face the effects of a changing climate?
Globally, we are already experiencing extreme weather events due to climate change. Steps need to be taken to reduce the impact on our communities and infrastructures. At UCL Energy Institute we’re are working with a multitudine of stakeholders by co-designing tools in collaboration to help decision makers understand the impact of climate related disasters at different levels.
Our climate resilience and adaptation research
Re-Energize DR3
UK energy could be almost entirely fossil fuel free by 2045, limiting the country’s exposure to volatile global markets that have seen prices surge since the war in Ukraine and boosting energy security according to a new report by UCL Energy Institute researchers.
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Can't go green without blue
UCL Energy Institute hosted the inaugural lecture of Professor Catalina Spataru online in March 2022, looking at the intersections of the green and blue economy models.
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UCL Energy Institute Director unveils blue-green solutions for climate resilience at COP28
Professor Catalina Spataru spotlights visionary blue-green solutions designed to revolutionise climate resilience and meet net-zero targets
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Climate resilience for UK railways
As extreme weather events become more common due to the climate crisis, we need to adapt our transport infrastructure. Researchers from the UCL Energy Institute are using new models to help prepare the UK rail network for climate disruption.
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Creating a toolbox to support climate resilience and adaptation
UCL researchers are leading a global initiative to strengthen disaster governance and sustainability in communities facing climate-related risks.
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Climate resilience in teaching
Our research in climate resilience is embedded in our teaching:
Economics and Policy of Energy and the Environment MSc
Sustainable Built Environments, Energy and Resources BSc and MEng
Contact us
UCL Energy Institute has numerous tailored research and consultancy relationships with industry and government. We are always eager to discuss with organisations different ways we can work together to solve the challenges they face. If you or your organisation would like to engage us in a partnership or scope opportunities please get in touch at bseer-communications@ucl.ac.uk.