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Five flagship research clusters producing peer-reviewed scholarship, applied field studies, and policy-ready outputs across the energy–resource nexus.
Our clusters address both the technical and governance dimensions of energy and natural resource challenges, with a strong emphasis on comparative and interdisciplinary methods.
This cluster investigates the technological, economic, and regulatory dimensions of the global shift toward clean energy. Research spans the full deployment lifecycle — from resource assessment and technology selection to grid integration, storage solutions, and market design.
Examining governance frameworks for extractive industries, with a focus on transparency, revenue management, and the 'resource curse'. Research includes comparative legal analysis, local content effectiveness, and the role of national oil companies in energy transitions.
Research at the intersection of climate science, environmental law, and adaptation policy. This cluster develops applied modelling tools and works with government partners to design resilient infrastructure and community-level adaptation strategies.
Combining econometric modelling, regulatory analysis, and comparative policy review to understand how pricing structures, market design, and investment frameworks shape energy access and security across different economies.
Examining the regulatory, economic, and technical dimensions of emerging clean technologies — from smart grids and AI-enabled energy management to digital MRV systems and circular economy models for infrastructure development.
A multidisciplinary research centre advancing knowledge, innovation, and policy solutions in energy systems, natural resource governance, and climate resilience.