Delivering a sustainable and equitable heat transition in the UK

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Zhou, Long (2022) Delivering a sustainable and equitable heat transition in the UK. In: UKERC Conference, 2022-06-14.

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Abstract

To tackle climate change to meet net zero, the electrification of residential heat is proposed to be a key action. Significant changes to the energy system - including the upgrade of the energy networks and increasing renewable energy generation capacity - will be needed alongside the installation of new heating systems in people’s homes. This project aims to: • Analyze key impacts on the energy system and the associated costs of incorporating varying levels of electrification and energy efficiency. • Investigate the economy-wide impacts across regions/sectors/household income groups, with a particular focus on low-income households and fuel poverty. • Assess how different Government interventions, including direct public investment, levies and grants, affect the nature and level of economic benefits. • Liaise with key policy stakeholders on how emerging understanding of key societal and political economy consequences may impact public and private sector decisions.

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