Research at the Institute for Sustainable Resources

We investigate the most promising methods of not only accommodating but accelerating the generation, distribution and use of more sustainable fuels within existing and future systems.

We aim to develop the evidence base and analytical capability to enable systemic change towards resource efficiency and the circular economy.

Our innovation research spans climate, energy and circular economy, exploring new technologies and practices required for sustainable transitions.

The sustainability transition demands system-wide changes to low-carbon processes supported by mass financial mobilisation. We research finance's role in the global transition to low-carbon economies.

We research natural capital and ecosystem services, environmental sustainability of land use, indicators of biodiversity and environmental sustainability, and sustainable and healthy food systems.

We place the interlinked challenges of economic development, climate change and environmental degradation, and social equity at the core of our research.

Our research on the links between the economy and the environment focuses on the use and management of scarce resources and assesses the impacts of resource and environmental policies on the economy.

Our economic assessment research focuses on the modelling and evaluation of natural resources, including food and energy.

This methodological group brings together staff and students who apply behavioural economics theories and techniques to promote sustainable and environmentally friendly behaviours and choices.