Funder

EPSRC: Adventurous energy research for a sustainable net zero

Added date

29/04/2021

Closing date

08/07/2021

Call summary

The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council invites applications for its adventurous energy research for a sustainable net zero call. This supports high-risk decarbonisation research to develop or model materials, devices, fuels and technologies. Solutions must be sustainable beyond 2050 and compatible with a circular economy. The total budget is £2 million. Grants are worth up to £250,000 each and may last for 24 months.

Scientific scope

The scope of this call is limited to engineering and physical sciences-based solutions for: ▪decarbonising transport; ▪heating and cooling; ▪industry; ▪agriculture; ▪electricity generation. Mathematical, digital, artificial intelligence and software-based solutions are not eligible.

PI eligibility

UK-based researchers at HEIs, research council institutes, UKRI-approved independent research organisations, public sector research establishments and NHS bodies with research capacity may apply. Postdoctoral fellowship holders are not eligible to apply.