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Durham Energy Institute Moves into New Mountjoy Centre Space
Durham Energy Institute (DEI) has officially moved into newly redeveloped offices within the Mountjoy Centre, marking an exciting new phase in the Institute’s development. The move brings DEI together with other University Research Institutes under one roof, creating fresh opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and community building.
“This is a wonderful moment for DEI,” said Professor Simone Abram, DEI Director. “Having a shared space at Mountjoy will strengthen our connections across departments and make it easier for people to come together to tackle today’s pressing energy challenges.”
The move to a dedicated physical home represents an important milestone for DEI, one of the University's flagship research institutes, which has grown significantly since its founding in 2009. The new facilities provide a focal point for the Institute’s diverse community of researchers, students, and partners who work together on advancing the transition to sustainable energy systems.
“DEI has always thrived on bringing people from different disciplines together — from engineers and social scientists to policy experts and industry partners,” Professor Abram added. “This move will help us build on that ethos of inclusivity and creative, collective problem-solving.”
The redeveloped Mountjoy Centre offers modern, flexible working areas, shared breakout spaces, and hot‑desking facilities designed to encourage cross‑disciplinary interaction. The new space will make it easier for teams to meet informally, develop ideas, and plan collaborative projects, and will be the ideal place to welcome short and longer term visitors.
A Hub for Interdisciplinary Energy Research
The move also strengthens DEI’s close links with other institutes and departments across the University. Being co‑located in Mountjoy places DEI at the heart of Durham’s interdisciplinary research environment, enhancing opportunities for joint initiatives and shared events.
“Our new home reflects DEI’s role as a hub for connecting people — not just across Durham, but with our regional and global partners who share our vision of a just energy transition,” said Professor Abram.
The Institute will soon begin hosting events and seminars in its new base, continuing its commitment to connecting academic research with industry, government, and communities. This marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Durham’s energy research community, one that builds on DEI’s long‑standing mission to deliver impactful research that drives innovation and supports a sustainable future. For details upcoming DEI events at the new event space Mountjoy, please visit our events page.