Durham Energy Institute

Durham Energy Institute is delivering understanding, leadership and solutions for a secure low carbon future.

Welcome to the Durham Energy Institute

Decarbonising energy is one of the most pressing challenges facing the world today. The Durham Energy Institute is accelerating inclusive energy transitions through world-leading research.

The DEI is the leading centre for energy research, bringing together experts from various disciplines to tackle some of the most pressing energy challenges of our time. Our research expertise focuses on sustainable, ethical, and appropriate solutions for a clean and just energy transition. We integrate diverse disciplines and sectors to provide new perspectives on energy challenges, offering insights into the complexities of transitioning to low-carbon living and its ethical management.

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Time, place and energy transition: green manufacturing in northeast England

A blog post by DEI Fellows Connor Watt and Gavin Bridge explores how northeast England's industrial past shapes its green reindustrialisation
The Ørsted scholarship for Energy Master's programme

We have a long-standing strategic partnership with Ørsted UK, the leading offshore wind developer. As part of this partnership, Ørsted offers annual bursaries to students on our Energy-related Master's programmes here at Durham.

Time, place and energy transition: green manufacturing in northeast England

A blog post by DEI Fellows Connor Watt and Gavin Bridge explores how northeast England's industrial past shapes its green reindustrialisation

Industrial Pollution emitting from chimneys

The Ørsted scholarship for Energy Master's programme

We have a long-standing strategic partnership with Ørsted UK, the leading offshore wind developer. As part of this partnership, Ørsted offers annual bursaries to students on our Energy-related Master's programmes here at Durham.

Anholt offshore wind farm in the Kattegat

Energy Institute News

UK sets new benchmark for geothermal energy costs with landmark review

The UK government has released its most comprehensive review of geothermal energy costs to date, setting a new national benchmark for both heat and power generation.

Research news
£11.5m project to turn sewage into sustainable fuels

Our engineering and energy researchers are sharing in £11.5m to turn sewage sludge into sustainable fuels for transport and carbon products for agriculture and industry.

Global research
I dedicated my life to tackling climate change while studying at Durham – Green Party co-leader

The co-leader of the Green Party of England and Wales has told how she decided to dedicate her life to tackling climate change while a student at Durham.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion