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Energy

Energy issues concerning the generation and use of electricity.

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This section contains IET briefings on energy policy issues (such as electricity market reform and smart grids) and generation).  The aim in every case is to provide authoritative information and increase public understanding.

 

 

 

Energy principles

UK energy policy briefings and position statements

Energy is often seen as a complex technical issue. While it is true that technical knowledge is fundamental to the development of sound energy policy, it is all too easy to lose sight of the big picture. These briefings and position statements do not offer technical solutions, but guidance towards effective policy-making based on sound expert knowledge and experience. 

Full list of UK energy policy briefings

 

Nuclear reactor types

Nuclear energy factfiles

A wide range of nuclear issues, ranging from the use of nuclear power in the UK, decommissioning of nuclear power stations, the nuclear fuel cycle, a glossary of nuclear terms, and the decay rate of Uranium 238.

Full list of nuclear power factfiles

 

Wind power  

Renewable energy factfiles

The following factfiles discuss the various types of renewable energy generation that are, or could be, used in the UK. They cover issues such as fuels from biomass, hydroelectricity, solar, tidal generation and wind power.

Full list of renewable power factfiles

 

Combined heat and power (CHP)

Energy generation technologies factfiles

These factfiles discuss the various forms of energy generation technologies available for potential development in the UK including combined heat and power (CHP), fuel cells, and distributed generation.

Full list of energy generation technologies factfiles

 

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