About
Welcome to the Energy Policy and Modelling Research Group
EPMG Team
At the forefront of researching the future of Ireland's energy system, the EPMG is dedicated to applying energy systems modelling and our expertise in the energy transition to advance the evidence base for the sustainable energy transition in Ireland and beyond.
Our interdisciplinary research explores possible low-carbon energy futures and the role that technologies, demand, society and policy play in bringing these about.
Our group develops a suite of energy systems modelling tools focussing on different aspects of the energy system, which map how sustainable energy solutions could evolve in response to policies and other drivers.
We engage extensively across society to improve the public’s understanding of the role of the energy system in driving climate change, energy security and the economy, and through our research and engagement we seek to help address the multiple challenges facing society through the lens of energy.
Vacancies
We currently have no vacancies.
Applicants at a PhD or postdoc level with interest and skills in energy systems modelling can send a general inquiry with a CV and motivation letter to epmg@ucc.ie.
Research Centres
The Energy Policy and Modelling Group is supported by The Sustainability Institute. Please see below for more information on the Sustainability Institute UCC.
Sustainability Institute
The Sustainability Institute, a UCC Futures Institute and formerly the Environmental Research Institute (ERI) at University College Cork was established in 2000 as a flagship University Institute to bring together researchers to address complex global sustainability challenges using a transdisciplinary approach. UCC Futures is an ambitious new programme of research prioritisation coupled with an innovative academic recruitment strategy across ten indicative areas of strategic importance that will build a foundation for economic, societal and cultural resilience and prosperity. The Sustainability Institute constitutes an important part of UCC’s strategy to develop interdisciplinary research institutes that have a critical mass of world-class researchers in prioritised research areas to enable a more strategic approach, create an interdisciplinary research environment, develop capacity, and engage coherently with industry and society. The Sustainability Institute is recognised for its expertise in environmental, marine, energy, sustainable materials and sustainable food research, and is focused on addressing three global environmental challenges: Climate Action, Circular Economy and Healthy Environment.