Energy Security
Leading energy systems renewable transformation
Energy security has been heavily impacted by the post-pandemic economy and geo-political impacts of Russian invasion on Ukraine. Dependency on a reliable flow of affordable energy is crucial in the time of insecurity of global oil and gas markets.
At Plymouth, our expertise in offshore renewable energy (ORE) research and innovation presents opportunities to be at the forefront of developments in a sustainable energy supply.
World-leading researchers alongside substantial investment in state-of-the-art facilities means we are accelerating the development of wave, tidal and offshore wind technologies nationally and internationally. One of the ways in which we are also cementing the UK’s position as a global leader in ORE is through our leadership of the flagship project Supergen Offshore Renewable Energy Hub.
In addition, the University of Plymouth and the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult have agreed to establish a new Collaborative Offshore Renewable Energy Subsea Systems (COSS) research accelerator to tackle some of the key engineering challenges to accelerating the roll-out of new technologies.
Our expertise and collaborative research efforts inform the development of sector strategies which in turn impact policy, as evidenced in the comprehensive review of the UK wave energy sector, increasing awareness amongst decision makers to rapidly advance the growth of the sector.
What is energy security?
Professor Deborah Greaves OBE FREng – Director of the Centre for Decarbonisation and Offshore Renewable Energy – delves into the critical issue of energy security and the importance of offshore renewable technologies within a cleaner, greener energy mix for the future.
Is it possible to achieve uninterrupted availability of energy at an affordable price, and keep the lights on? Deborah introduces how leading research and facilities at the University of Plymouth are being applied to address this global challenge.
Harnessing the oceans' energy
From exploring innovative offshore renewable energy technologies to studying energy storage solutions and assessing the resilience of energy infrastructure, our researchers are at the forefront of tackling critical issues in energy security.
Our state-of-the-art laboratories, testing facilities, and simulation suites create a unique ecosystem and a definitive place to test, trial and deploy renewable energy technology.
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Floating offshore wind solutions for Celtic Sea developers
Find out how our unrivalled technical capabilities and expertise can support the successful roll-out of floating offshore wind (FLOW) in the Celtic Sea.
Driving renewable energy innovation and skills agenda
Energy Innovation and Skills Generator is a programme of support for floating offshore wind (FLOW) project developers and their supply chains to stimulate innovation and skills in marine and offshore technologies, and to de-risk and optimise their operations.
Centre for Decarbonisation and Offshore Renewable Energy
In response to climate change imperatives, we are bringing together a critical mass of leading research and expertise from across the University of Plymouth. Through co-creation and collaboration with partners from business, government and key communities from across the globe, the Centre aims to be a beacon for the University’s whole-system transdisciplinary approach to solutions-oriented research, accelerating sustainable developments in decarbonisation and renewable energy.
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Marine Institute
Advancing sustainable use of the marine environment through our systems-thinking approach to research, education and innovation.
Sustainable Earth Institute
Solving complex global sustainability challenges through a holistic, solutions-oriented approach to research, education, innovation and knowledge exchange.