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The work of the University of Aberdeen's Just Transition Lab has been formally recognised in the Just Transition Commission's final report.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/25136/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/25136/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:49:53 +0000
Opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange were the topic of discussion when members of the University's Just Transition Lab (JLT) met with representatives from Great British Energy (GB Energy) and the North East Scotland Climate Action Network (NESCAN) yesterday.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/25076/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/25076/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:56:43 +0000
Researchers exploring Aberdeen's potential for geothermal heating have begun deploying a city-wide network of seismic nodes that will be used to create a 3D subsurface map.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24987/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24987/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:56:38 +0000
With the UK still reliant on oil and gas to meet more than 75% of the country's total energy demand, there are many challenges in moving towards a more diverse and decarbonised economy. Work across the University of Aberdeen - including through the Interdisciplinary Institute's Centre for Energy Transition - highlights that technical solutions alone are insufficient in achieving national Net Zero outcomes. In order to be considered just, the transition must address workforce security, build community wealth and address pressing social justice concerns like persistent fuel poverty.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24880/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24880/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:49:34 +0000
The UK Government has announced a relaxation of restrictions on new oil and gas licences in the North Sea as part of a package of measures associated with the Autumn Budget.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24833/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24833/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:15:06 +0000
A major study by the University of Aberdeen has assessed the practicalities of co-locating offshore wind, carbon capture and storage (CCS) and oil and gas projects in UK waters.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24832/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24832/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:08:04 +0000
The North East of Scotland needs immediate action to secure its future as a leader in the UK's energy and net zero transition.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24791/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24791/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:11:54 +0000
Researchers from the University of Aberdeen's Just Transition Lab (JTL) will join national leaders, community voices and innovators at a landmark event convened by Scotland's Just Transition Commission to explore how Scotland can build a resilient, low-carbon economy that is fair for all.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24617/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24617/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:57:08 +0100
The UK Government is being urged to adopt a pragmatic and regulated approach to oil and gas measures to avoid deepening the UK's reliance on imports, protect energy security, reduce carbon emissions, and support a just transition to net zero.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24621/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24621/ Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:01:37 +0100
The North East Skills Accelerator (NESA) has been honoured with the coveted Judges Award at the Scottish Renewables Green Energy Supply Chain Awards, held last night in Aberdeen.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24598/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24598/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 12:42:33 +0100
Three Aberdeen research studies are among 11 partnership projects awarded funding by Scotland Beyond Net Zero to support Scotland's drive to net zero.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24560/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24560/ Thu, 24 Jul 2025 15:33:36 +0100
An Aberdeen law academic has been shortlisted for a prestigious Society of Legal Scholars (SLS) prize.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24559/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24559/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:33:54 +0100
Four 'exceptional' research projects from the University of Aberdeen have been successful in the spring 2025 RSE Research Awards open call.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24503/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24503/ Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:46:34 +0100
A new report released today by the University of Aberdeen strongly advises against adopting zonal pricing in the UK electricity market, urging policymakers instead to focus on national market reform and investment in grid infrastructure.]]> https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24485/ https://www.abdn.ac.uk/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/news/24485/ Fri, 20 Jun 2025 08:48:30 +0100
The University of Aberdeen has hosted a meeting with Energy Minister Michael Shanks, bringing together industry stakeholders from across the UK to discuss the role of supply chains in the energy transition.]]>