Henry Grub, a PhD researcher on the Science and Solutions for a Changing Planet Doctoral Training Partnership studying at the Centre for Environmental Policy at Imperial, interviewing a farmer on farmer-led badger vaccinations to tackle bovine TB.

Addressing climate change is one of the defining challenges of our time. The path to a sustainable future will demand bold choices, innovative science and close collaboration between policymakers, researchers, and industry. From accelerating the clean energy transition to strengthening resilience and securing resources, effective climate and energy policy will shape the decades ahead. 

The Imperial Policy Forum connects decision-makers with cutting-edge research and evidence from Imperial College London. Our goal is to ensure that science and engineering expertise informs policy at every level enabling a just, secure and sustainable future for all. 

Transforming Energy Systems 

Imperial researchers are advancing new technologies and approaches to decarbonise power, transport, and industry. From hydrogen to renewables, carbon capture to energy systems modelling, their work underpins the shift towards a cleaner and more secure global energy system. 

Accelerating Sustainable Innovation 

Achieving sustainability means rethinking the way economies and societies use natural resources. Imperial’s interdisciplinary research drives innovations, from circular economy solutions to sustainable materials and nature-based carbon removal, that can accelerate the global shift toward net zero. 

Protecting Nature and Land 

Nature loss and climate change are deeply intertwined. Restoring ecosystems, improving land stewardship, and deploying nature-based solutions can play a vital role in tackling both crises. Imperial researchers are advancing scientific understanding of ecosystem dynamics, land use, and biodiversity, and developing tools to help policymakers integrate nature into economic and planning decisions. 

Building Climate Resilience 

As the world faces increasingly frequent and severe climate risks, from extreme heat to flooding and drought, resilience must become a defining feature of public policy. 

Imperial researchers are developing new approaches to assess, predict and manage climate risks across sectors and geographies. From infrastructure and urban systems to water security and public health, their work helps shape policies that safeguard communities and economies against the realities of a changing climate. 

Shaping Sustainable Cities 

Cities sit at the heart of the climate, energy and sustainability agenda. From decarbonising transport and infrastructure to improving air quality, green space, and resource efficiency, urban policy will be central to delivering net zero and resilience. Imperial research brings together engineering, data science, health and design to support policymakers in creating cities that are not only sustainable, but also liveable and equitable. 

Climate, Energy and Sustainability at Imperial

Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein

The Bezos Center, in partnership with the Bezos Earth Fund, aims to lead the alternative protein revolution with cutting-edge science, shaping policy, advancing equity, and transforming global food systems for a more sustainable future.

CO2 Removal Hub (CO2RE Hub)

Funded by UKRI, CO2RE conducts research, co-ordinates demonstration projects around the UK, connects to other relevant national and international programmes and commissions grants through a flexible fund.

Grantham Institute

The Grantham Institute is Imperial College London's hub for climate change and the environment. Their mission is to lead on world-class research, policy, training and innovation that supports effective action on climate change.
A view of the earth from space at night

I3-Lab

The I3-Lab (Imperial IOTA Infrastructure Lab) focuses on pioneering digital instruments that support the circular economy. This initiative, supported by a £1m donation by the IOTA Foundation, aims to redefine and support new circular economic models.
Dr Pablo Brito-Parada, Dr Gareth Morris, and PhD student Gaurav Bhutani working in the lab in the Royal School of Mines

Rio Tinto Centre for Future Materials

The new centre will be led by Imperial College London in partnership with Rio Tinto, and will transform current mineral extraction approaches to support the global transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

For further questions regarding Climate, Energy and Sustainability contact Ines Wittke.