Engineering and the Environment

Research Group: Energy Technology

The Energy Technology Research (ETR) Group is the focal point for energy research in Engineering and the Environment. We are engaged in cutting-edge fundamental and applied research underpinning sustainable energy technologies. Our activities are organised around eight research laboratories, covering a wide spectrum of mainstream and renewable energy technologies. Our mission is to address major scientific and technological challenges faced by the world in the 21st century and beyond in energy efficiency, emerging energy technologies and sustainability. We are also concerned with the social, economic and environmental impact of energy technologies.

Currently Active: Yes

We use multidisciplinary approaches and collaborate extensively with local, national and international research centres. Our activities are supported by world-class computing and experimental facilities, and are funded by research councils, TSB, industry and the EU. Excellent opportunities exist for postgraduate and postdoctoral research, as well as for visiting scholars, industrialists and policymakers.

Our eight research laboratories cover a wide spectrum of mainstream and renewable energy technologies:

Contact us

  • Engineering Sciences Unit

    Engineering and the Environment
    University of Southampton
    Highfield Campus
    Southampton SO17 1BJ

    Senior Administrative Officer: Sue Berger
    Tel: +44 (0)23 8059 2871
    Administrative Officer: Jo Laryea
    Tel: +44 (0)23 8059 5568
    Administrative Assistant: Pauline Breese
    Tel: +44 (0)23 8059 2841

    Email: engsci@soton.ac.uk

Artist's impression of an OTEC plan

Offshore thermal energy conversion (OTEC) could provide a source of electricity and clean drinking water

Artist's impression of an OTEC plan

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