clean energy Archives

Aerial view of a residential neighbourhood with rooftop solar panels at dusk.

How community energy can scale social and environmental impact

Event on 22 May / Discover how community energy in the UK can scale social and environmental impact through citizen-led approaches and insights from SEI York's research.

12:00 BST / Available online

Naval vessels escort a cargo ship at sea during sunset.

Oil-price shocks as a transport crisis: a turning point for fossil dependence

Perspective / How is the war on Iran impacting affecting energy and transport systems around the world? In this analysis, SEI regional experts give their verdict.

23 April 2026 / About Fossil fuels, Renewables and Transport

Aerial view of a tanker ship moving across a bright blue sea

Santa Marta 2026: aligning ambition with action in fossil fuel phase-out

Perspective / Ahead of the First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels in Colombia, SEI experts name their priorities for advancing a fossil-free future.

23 April 2026 / About Fossil fuels, Geopolitics, Pollution and Public policy

Wind turbines on a green hillside overlooking a wide landscape under cloudy skies.

ONEPlaNET project closing dialogue

Past event / This dialogue will present the main results and tools developed through the ONEPlanET project.

26 March 2026 / About Planning and modelling

Night cityscape of the big city. Awesome bright, multi colored light in thick fog at empty streets. Apartment buildings in bedroom community, commuter town area.

Europe’s green transition is now a matter of energy security

Perspective / The war in Ukraine shows that to build resilience, European energy systems must embed local renewables, writes SEI Tallinn Expert Erika Tšerkašina.

26 March 2026 / About Energy access, Fossil fuels, Geopolitics and Renewables

In South Africa, two Shangaan women cook around a fire.

Impacts of improved cookstove interventions on personal exposure to carbon monoxide and particulate matter in Zambia

Journal article / This journal article explores the effects of different cooking fuels, stoves and greater environment on users' air pollution exposure.

21 September 2025 / About Energy access, Household energy, Pollution and Short lived climate pollutants

Different kinds of wooden pellets in flames.

Biomass cookstove emissions—a systematic review on aerosol and particle properties of relevance for health, climate, and the environment

Journal article / Biomass cookstoves remain a major source of harmful air pollution. This article analyses the research and policy landscape on these cookstoves' emissions.

11 April 2025 / About Household energy, Pollution, Short lived climate pollutants and Sustainable lifestyles

Snow covers the field around a farm after a nor'easter brought snow to the region October 26, 2005 in Danby, Vermont.

Bridging the divide between climate policy and outcomes in Vermont

Feature / The Vermont Pathway, developed by SEI, provides the state with ways to develop scientifically-backed climate solutions in order to meet future climate goals.

19 February 2026 / About Climate policy, Fossil fuels, Mitigation, Planning and modelling and Renewables

An aerial view of a Soviet-era high-rise apartment building in the Õismäe district of Tallinn, Estonia. The upper section of the building is highlighted, showcasing a series of bold red balconies against the backdrop of prefabricated concrete panels. The striking red accents contrast with the otherwise gray façade, adding a touch of vibrancy to the utilitarian design. Above, a clear blue sky stretches out, with only a few wisps of white clouds, enhancing the brightness and openness of the scene. This image captures the distinctive features of Soviet architecture, with its focus on function, but also subtle moments of color and life.

Decarbonisation of Estonia’s residential building stock

Journal article / This study analyses the climate implications of deep renovation and energy supply decarbonization in Estonia.

31 December 2025 / About Climate policy and Household energy