Durham Energy Institute showcases “The future of energy”

This  distinctive event took place at the Durham City Town Hall and offered a unique opportunity for the public to engage with leading researchers and academics at the forefront of energy research.

The exhibition covered a wide range of topics, including:

In addition, the event featured three short talks by prominent researchers:

• Andrew Crossland spoke about the Decarbonisation of our Homes
• Charlotte Adams outlined the work taking place with Minewater Geothermal
• Ben Hall discussed "Grassroots Power: Tackling Greenwashing and Climate Inaction"

Attendees had the opportunity for a one-to-one interview with researchers from Durham University Business School for the GEMS (Geothermal Energy from Mines and Solar Geothermal Heat) research project.  The purpose of these interviews was to understand how households in the North East of England make decisions about their heating system. The GEMS research project explores whether water from flooded, abandoned mines could be used as a low-carbon, geothermal source of heat for UK homes.

It is expected that this geothermal energy system will contribute to reducing CO₂ emissions and creating new jobs in the region. GEMS is an interdisciplinary project funded by the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).

The exhibition was an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in energy and sustainability to learn about the cutting-edge research at DEI and the latest innovations in energy solutions. Attendees had the chance to ask questions and gain valuable insights into the energy landscape and its potential for a sustainable future.

Find out more:

Learn more about the research taking place at Durham Energy Institute

Visit the Durham Energy Institute’s YouTube channel

Visit the GEMS website