United Kingdom Research and Innovation

Ofgem Round Two: Discovery, Preparing for a Net Zero Power System

Last update: Sep 9, 2022 Last update: Sep 9, 2022

Details

Location:UK
UK
Grantmaking entity: Innovate UK
Grantmaking entity type:Government / Public Sector
Status:Closed
Budget: GBP 12,000,000
Award ceiling:N/A
Award floor:N/A
Sector:Energy, Pollution & Waste Management (incl. treatment)
Eligible applicants:Academic Institutions, Private Sector, Individuals
Eligible citizenships:UK
UK
Date posted: Sep 9, 2022

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Ofgem Round 2: Discovery – Preparing for a net zero power system Description This competition is delivered in partnership with the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem). It is funded by the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund, which aims to deliver ne
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About the Funding Agency

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is the national funding agency investing in science and research in the UK.

Operating across the whole of the UK and with a combined budget of more than £6 billion, UK Research and Innovation is bringing together the seven Research Councils, Innovate UK and a new organisation, Research England.

UK Research and Innovation will be an independent organisation and a strong voice for research and innovation, both to government and internationally, and will be supported and challenged by an independent chair and board. We intend to be an outstanding organisation that ensures the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. We will do this by creating the best environment for research and innovation to flourish.

About the Sectors

Energy

Involves the production, transformation, transportation, and distribution of energy from renewable and non-renewable sources.


Key areas:
  • Renewable and non-renewable energy production
  • Energy infrastructure and distribution systems
  • Power generation and energy supply solutions

Pollution & Waste Management (incl. treatment)

Includes initiatives aimed at reducing environmental pollution and improving the collection, treatment, and disposal of waste.


Key areas:
  • Pollution prevention and environmental protection
  • Solid and liquid waste management
  • Recycling and waste treatment solutions
  • Environmental clean-up and remediation projects