About the Oxford ZERO Institute
The task to get to a zero-carbon energy system is urgent. Over 70% of the greenhouse gases responsible for climate heating come from the conversion and use of energy. The transition to a zero-carbon energy system is therefore critical for establishing a stable climate.
The ZERO Institute (Zero-carbon Energy Research Oxford) brings together researchers from across the University of Oxford to tackle questions surrounding zero-carbon energy systems, and to accelerate multi-disciplinary research on the zero-carbon transition.
Our world-leading multi-disciplinary hub, known as Mini-TESA is paving the way for a zero-carbon energy transition.
We were established in 2022 following a £3.25m investment from the University of Oxford’s Strategic Research Fund.
Our vision
We want to shape the transition to a just and fair global zero-carbon energy system, through research that unifies technology, policy, and people.
Our People
Based within the University of Oxford but with a global outreach, our multi-disciplinary team spans engineering and material sciences, geography and the environment, and mathematical, physical and life sciences.
Our Research
Our partnership approach across University of Oxford departments and external organisations is designed to identify strategic needs, amplify existing research and accelerate innovative solutions for a zero-carbon energy system.
Our Partners
Our partnerships with industry, government, academia, and the local community are core to our mission to help deliver a zero-carbon energy system that works for everyone.
Latest news
Dr Radhika Khosla calls for greater urgency on heat resilience and sustainable cooling
The Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) has branded the UK Government’s response to its inquiry into heat resilience and sustainable cooling a “missed opportunity” in a press release published this week. Read more
Paul Shearing talks with ZEISS about his experiences with AI enabled X-ray microscop
Paul Shearing talks with ZEISS about his experiences with AI enabled X-ray microscopy and how they help him and his team in the mission towards zero-carbon, renewable energy solutions. Read more
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About the ZERO Institute
We want to shape the transition to a just and fair global zero-carbon energy system, through research that unifies technology, policy, and people.
Our People
The ZERO Institute is a multi-disciplinary hub for zero-carbon energy research, bringing together academics from across the University of Oxford.
Latest News
Catch up on the latest news and events to see how ZERO is driving the transition to a zero-carbon energy system.