Impact of geography

Government policy and homebuilding practices influenced by community-led housing

Research created a low-carbon housing model incorporating a pioneering mutual ownership approach.

Seismic shift: the transformation of UK government policy on fracking

Research from Keele University has guided UK government policy on shale gas extraction over the past decade.

Mainstreaming net-zero emissions in investment and business strategies

Research has underpinned three principles for climate-conscious investment in the fossil fuel industry.

Working with nature to enhance urban liveability: The multi-functional role of urban blue green infr

Research has helped recognise sustainable urban drainage systems as core components of blue green infrastructure.

Accelerating decarbonisation of the GB Whole Energy System through governance reform

Research findings have been embraced by energy policymakers to enhance resilience within the UK energy sector.

Improving and protecting domestic water sources

Research has developed low-cost tools to protect water supplies.

Changing mindsets, policy, and practice towards a Blue-Green approach to urban flood risk management

Research has raised awareness of the benefits of Blue-Green infrastructure.

21CC - Rescaling the UK energy system

The future of small area population statistics

This event drew together experts to understand key issues in small area population data and promote informed responses to the ONS consultation on the census and the future provision of population statistics in England and Wales

Connecting the unconnected communities

Internet service provider Quickline worked with emapsite, a location services platform, to connect business and communities to super-fast broadband.

Using unique property references for effective asset management in Conwy

Conwy Borough Council is using Unique Street Reference Numbers (USRN) to keep its asset management system up to date and help public services run more efficiently.

Making roads safer and saving money for councils

Using GIS to forecast the effect of cold weather on roads has improved safety and reduced cost for councils.