Our research is driving real change—here are some of the ways we're creating a net zero future:

• Creating an emissions-free aviation sector by optimising fuel efficiencies, aircraft design, adoption of hydrogen fuel cells and the development of battery and hybrid engines
• Developing new construction materials – such as green steel and green concrete – that improve longevity while reducing waste and environmental impact
• Creating digital twins of wind farms to enhance their performance in changing environmental conditions, extend their lifespan and increase the consistency of energy generation
• Collaborating with industry across multiple sectors to develop next-generation batteries with greater storage capacity and a longer lifespan
• Working with young people to understand the impacts of climate anxiety and address the future mental health implications and identify appropriate support structures
• Helping governments create incentives for the uptake of low-emission technologies, products and services.

Our researchers are partnering with industry in the hazer process; a method of developing clean hydrogen and making it more sustainable by identifying applications for the graphite by-products.