º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ celebrates energy research
From left: Sir Jonathon Porritt CBE, Professor Tony Marmont and Professor Kevin Lomas
On Wednesday 24 June, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ celebrated the outstanding research achievements of its academic and support staff across a range of disciplines.
The inaugural Energy Medals awards evening recognised the breadth of original and rigorous research undertaken within the University as well as its far-reaching impacts.
The Energy Medals were awarded to individuals and groups conducting excellent energy research as well as the people who have inspired and supported them in their endeavours.
- Research Paper of the Year
A persona-based approach to domestic energy retrofit
Dr Victoria Haines and Dr Val Mitchell
- Postgraduate Student of the Year
Dr Collen Zalengera
School of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering
- Outstanding Research Project
CALEBRE
A º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-led project which investigated a range of energy technologies applicable to domestic refurbishment.
- Outstanding Research Support
Chris Carter
School of Civil and Building Engineering
The Energy Medal for Lifetime Achievement was awarded to Professor Tony Marmont who has been a tireless campaigner for sustainable development, championing the need for alternative, non-polluting ways to power our lives. He provided generous benefactions to kick-start energy research across Midlands universities, including the º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Centre for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST).
Sir Jonathon Porritt CBE was in attendance to present the awards, and delivered a lecture earlier in the day which explored energy research priorities and considered how best to disseminate key outcomes.
As well as providing examples of exciting energy research currently underway at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ, the afternoon also featured a panel discussion of expert speakers, including Professor Simon Watson, Dr Victoria Haines and Professor Rob Wilby.
The University’s Academic Lead for Energy, Professor Kevin Lomas, says of the awards: “The Energy Medals awards evening showcased the exceptional, ground-breaking work conducted at the University and recognised the achievements of our talented and dedicated researchers.”