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Durham Energy Institute

Durham Energy Institute is delivering understanding, leadership and solutions for a secure low carbon future.
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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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Welcome to new Durham University Student Energy Society President, Zonash!

From the skylines of Dubai to the valleys of Gilgit-Baltistan and the halls of Durham, Zonash Aasim brings stories of resilience and innovation together, inspiring a new generation to see energy not just as power, but as purpose.

Zonash Aasim

Professor Simon Hogg elected Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering

Professor Simon Hogg, Emeritus Professor in our Department of Engineering and DEI fellow, has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng).

Simon Hogg

Energy Institute News

  • North East Pupils Lead Climate Action at Durham University Event supported by DEI

    More than 100 pupils and teachers from schools across the North East gathered at Durham University for a landmark climate action event. Organized by Students Organising for Sustainability UK (SOS UK) and supported by Durham Energy Institute, the initiative aimed to help schools develop Climate Action Plans (CAPs) in response to the UK Government’s call for all schools to cut emissions.
    Research news
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  • North East's Green Leadership Showcased at Landmark Energy Days Conference

    Durham, UK – Durham Energy Institute’s (DEI) Energy Days conference, held at the iconic Redhills Miners Hall, demonstrated the Institute’s pioneering approach to inclusive energy research. Bringing together community leaders, industry experts, policy-makers, artists, and academics, the event championed inclusive innovation and regeneration at the heart of the North East.
    Durham news
    Panellists taking part in DEI's Energy Days 2025 conference

  • School pupils lead the green charge at climate action event

    More than 100 pupils and teachers from across North East England gathered on campus for a special event to help them take meaningful action on climate change.
    Durham news
    A woman in a black and white top holds a microphone towards a school boy in a blue jumper.

North East Pupils Lead Climate Action at Durham University Event supported by DEI

More than 100 pupils and teachers from schools across the North East gathered at Durham University for a landmark climate action event. Organized by Students Organising for Sustainability UK (SOS UK) and supported by Durham Energy Institute, the initiative aimed to help schools develop Climate Action Plans (CAPs) in response to the UK Government’s call for all schools to cut emissions.

Research news
Children in Creativity

North East's Green Leadership Showcased at Landmark Energy Days Conference

Durham, UK – Durham Energy Institute’s (DEI) Energy Days conference, held at the iconic Redhills Miners Hall, demonstrated the Institute’s pioneering approach to inclusive energy research. Bringing together community leaders, industry experts, policy-makers, artists, and academics, the event championed inclusive innovation and regeneration at the heart of the North East.
Durham news
Panellists taking part in DEI's Energy Days 2025 conference

School pupils lead the green charge at climate action event

More than 100 pupils and teachers from across North East England gathered on campus for a special event to help them take meaningful action on climate change.
Durham news
A woman in a black and white top holds a microphone towards a school boy in a blue jumper.
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Enquiries about the Durham Energy Institute should be sent via the email below.

Durham Energy Institute
Durham University
South Road
Durham
DH1 3LE
UK

Tel: +44 (0)191 334 2649
Fax: +44 (0)191 334 2408