Blog Tag: ESRC Just Energy

Round table at the 15th citizen's energy forum
Consumers, trust and market legitimacy

Reflections from the 15th Citizens Energy Forum

As an advocate for sustainable energy systems, I stress the importance of grassroots involvement in shaping policies and solutions, ensuring they resonate with the people’s needs and truly embody the spirit of energy citizenship.

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Compromise amendments electricity market design screenshot
Consumers, trust and market legitimacy

Advancing Trust and Justice in the Energy Sector: The Imperative Role of Alternative Dispute Resolution and Energy Ombudsmen in the Ongoing Electricity Market Design Discussions

The ongoing discussions surrounding electricity market design in the European Union present a unique opportunity to enhance the integrity, fairness, and transparency of our energy systems. As we strive to build a sustainable and consumer-centric energy future, it is crucial to strengthen the foundations of trust. To achieve this, comprehensive and future-proof Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) systems, both online and offline, are of paramount importance.

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Energy poverty, vulnerability and system resilience

Become an ally to overcome vulnerability

Watch the Recording of the final meeting of the ESRC-funded Just Energy project on access to justice and ombudsmen for vulnerable and energy-poor energy consumers, led by Dr Naomi Creutzfeldt, Dr Chris Gill, Marine Cornelis and Dr Rachel McPherson & check out the toolkit!

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Energy poverty, vulnerability and system resilience

Local challenges & solutions for those living in vulnerable situations in the French countryside

In February 2020, we visited Réseau Eco-Habitat, a French organisation helping households affected by energy poverty to renovate their houses. This experience was humbling and made us reflect on the concrete impact research and policy work have on the life of the people. Renovation works started soon after our visit to Benoit’s house.

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