Energy Futures Lab

📢 New episode of the Energy Futures Podcast!

Imperial PhD student Fater Akuhwa sits down with Professor Tim Green to explore the rapidly evolving world of energy systems, focusing on grid co-design and renewable energy integration.

Professor Green, an expert in electrical and electronic engineering, shares insights on:
• The challenges of maintaining grid stability without synchronous generators
• The roles of grid forming and grid following in modern energy systems
• Imperial College’s sustainability strategy and the journey toward a low-carbon campus
• Data-led stability analysis for inverter-dominated grids
• The future of energy systems and integrating variable renewable energy sources

This episode dives into the technical and strategic aspects of our energy transition.

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Could thermal battery technology be the key to zero-carbon grids?

In the latest episode of the Energy Futures Podcast, we speak with Rayan Kassis, Co-Founder and CEO of Aed Energy about the critical role of advanced battery solutions in achieving a sustainable energy future. With decades of experience and over 9GW of operational projects worldwide, Rayan shares insights into the UK’s energy challenges, the importance of long-duration storage, and how Aed Energy’s innovative thermal battery technology could transform global energy systems.

Rayan also shares his experience on the Undaunted programme, delivered by the and how it has supported Aed Energy’s journey in driving innovation and sustainability in the energy sector.

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Congratulations to Anna Korre and the success of the SCOPE research showcase.

Yesterday marked the culmination of the Sustainable OPEration of Post-combustion Capture plants (SCOPE) project. Over the past three years, this ACT-funded initiative has made significant strides in addressing critical knowledge gaps in carbon capture technology, contributing to the decarbonisation of industries such as cement, steel and waste incineration.

The showcase brought together experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to share insights on emissions control, regulatory frameworks, and environmental impact assessments. Key highlights included:
• Pilot plant testing results and emissions mitigation strategies
• Guidelines for CO₂ capture plants
• Regulatory insights from partner countries across Europe, the UK, and beyond

Through collaboration, research and the engagement of stakeholders via the SPRINT network, SCOPE has laid a strong foundation for advancing Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS). These efforts will help overcome barriers to deployment, ensuring a cleaner, more sustainable future for industrial operations.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to SCOPE’s success and to those who joined us for this final event. Together, we are shaping the future of emissions management and making net zero a reality.

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