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Energy @ The University of Salford
Introducing The Energy Theme & Energy House
Stephen Waterworth
Energy Hub Manager
University of Salford
Stephen Waterworth
Vision & Aims
To develop an Energy Theme - acting as a catalyst and promoting world-class excellence through interdisciplinary research, industry-informed teaching and engagement.
“Creating a sustainable future”
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Sub-Themes
Building on our internationally recognised strengths in teaching, research & innovation and enterprise and engagement the University’s interdisciplinary Energy Theme has been divided into 4 sub themes: -
Energy Generation
Energy Conversion Demand Reduction
and Transport
Socio-Economic Issues
Resources
Renewables
Nuclear
Materials for Energy
Intelligent Control Systems
Transport
Energy Storage
Energy Management
Energy Policy
Behavior Change
Water
Waste Management
Environmental Issues
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The Energy Hub – What is it
A physical space - the ‘Energy Hub’ is to be created within Cockcroft Building where interdisciplinary teams of
• academics• researchers• students• business • the community
can interact and develop solutions to address the looming global energy crisis.
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Energy House
Traditional pre -1920’s style terrace and a half (and the half is important..!)
Reclaimed materials
Fully Functional
Constructed in a fully enclosed environmental chamber with
controlled levels of :-
Heat (- 3oC to + 30oC)Humidity (0% - 80%)
LightRain..!
Snow..!
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Energy House
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Why A Salford Terrace..?
Replacement rate <1%
Approximately 70% of existing
properties will remain in 2050
Energy Use CO2 Emissions
Age of Stock
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What we will be able to test
This unique facility will allow the University, in collaboration with industry and the community, develop solutions to address the energy crisis (levels of C02, rising fuel prices and the need to secure an energy future).
Work and collaborations with focus not only on technological solutions but will include the non-technology solutions as well: -
Technology Solutions Non - Technology Solutions
Insulation
White Goods
Smart Metering
Intelligent Control Systems
etc. etc …
Perceptions of Colour
Product Interaction
Consumer Behaviour
Consumer Communication
etc…
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Who can get involved..?
The aim is to provide a facility that will be of benefit and available to our local: -
• Salford City Council• Businesses• Housing Organisations / Providers• Community Organisations and Groups• Local Residents • Schools and School Children
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Example Projects
• Product development, verification and testing
• Virtual Thermal Imaging for Tenant Interaction & Communication
• Human perception of temperature from colour in home environment
• Use of “physical” energy to operate game consoles • Influence of smart meters on consumer behaviour towards energy usage
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Get In Touch…
Energy Hub Manager [email protected].
uk
www.energy.salford.ac.uk
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Example – Virtual Thermal Imaging
