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Energy transitions
Shaping our future energy reality
The world is at a critical juncture in its generation and use of energy.
Many economies have set aggressive decarbonisation targets, but the scale and complexity of achieving these targets requires collective partnerships across government, industry, academia and the wider community.
We draw together multidisciplinary research capabilities and expertise from across UQ to explore the energy challenges facing today’s world and connect that capability with our partners.
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What we offer
Partnering with us provides access to the following benefits.
State-of-the-art facilities
Collaborative research platforms with state-of-the-art equipment and software tools, enabling world-class teaching and research.
Trusted analysis
Our analysis informs policy and regulatory frameworks, drives deeper engagement, and increases stakeholder confidence.
Skills for future workforces
Advanced education to develop skills and capabilities that will underpin the jobs of the future.
Our capabilities and impact
UQ researchers are investigating the technical dynamics of changing energy systems and the human-centred dimensions of people, communities and economies to address the enormous challenge of supplying our future energy needs. Our research centres around:
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Transition pathways
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People and communities
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Policy and markets
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Resources
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Technologies
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Systems and supply
Partner with us
Keen to know more or have an idea for a partnership? Contact our industry specialist.
Ms Caroline Stott
Associate Director (Energy Transitions)
Strategic Partnerships - Government and Industry
Email c.stott@uq.edu.au
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Research stories
See our research in action, learn more about ongoing projects and read our success stories.
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Report details how Australia can make net zero happen
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Queensland Decarbonisation Forum
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