by Vance Tan | Aug 20, 2014 | Energy
Abstract Electrifying the energy system and powering it by low carbon electricity is one of the key decarbonisation pathways of the energy system. This study examines annual electricity and gas consumption in a high electrification scenario in Great Britain (GB) and...
by Vance Tan | Jul 28, 2014 | Energy, Prizes & Awards
This talk was awarded Best Presentation Prize at the conference amongst more than 1000 presentations. Abstract With a legally binding commitment of 80% CO2 reduction by 2050, UK’s energy system warrants a deep decarbonisation drive within decades. Past UK energy...
by Vance Tan | Jul 20, 2014 | Energy
Abstract Direct use of fossil fuels is the main source of space heating in the UK and this drives a major part of national greenhouse gas emissions. Climate stabilisation therefore implies a systemic change in approaches to space heating, involving some combination of...
by Vance Tan | Jul 8, 2014 | Energy
Abstract Direct use fossil fuels is the main source of space heating in the UK, as in much of the cooler regions of the world, and drives a major part of the global emissions of greenhouse gases. Climate stabilisation therefore implies a systemic change in approaches...
by Vance Tan | Jun 18, 2014 | Energy
Abstract When it comes to electricity supply, we’re caught in a vicious triangle. A bold scheme that pays big business to switch off could be part of the solution If you have ever played rock-paper-scissors, you’ll know the frustration of having no sure...
by Vance Tan | Mar 28, 2014 | Energy
Abstract The UK’s energy infrastructure is set to come under increasing strain under from the twin pressures of climate change mitigation and impacts. Even while the UK struggles to transition its energy system away from high-carbon fossil fuels to low-carbon energy...
