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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

The ZERO Institute’s ECR Network – Seed Fund pilot

11 February 2025 The ZERO Institute’s ECR Network is launching a small-scale seed fund pilot, to support early-career researchers ... Read more

Mini TESA pilot paves the way for multidisciplinary collaboration

Mini TESA pilot paves the way for multidisciplinary collaboration

28 November 2024 The Energy Systems Accelerator pilot, known as Mini TESA, has brought together academic and industry researchers ... Read more

Announcing Oxford – Glasgow ECR Energy Transition Networks Collaboration

The ZERO Institute's ECR Network are delighted to announce an exciting new collaboration with the Early Career Researcher (ECR) Network of the Glasgow Centre for Sustainable Energy.  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.

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