The Ensign Team brings together a unique blend of academic brilliance, cutting-edge research, and industry expertise. Our team is composed of leading Academics and Post-Doctorate Research Assistants from four prestigious UK universities, working alongside energy experts from SP Energy Networks. Together, we form a dynamic and interdisciplinary team dedicated to advancing the future of energy systems.
Our team includes world-class experts in fields such as energy systems, engineering, data science, and digital technologies. With decades of combined experience in academic research, we bring a strong foundation in both theoretical knowledge and innovative methodologies. This expertise enables us to explore new ways of integrating multi-vector energy systems and developing next-generation solutions for complex energy challenges.
In collaboration with SP Energy Networks, our team benefits from a wealth of practical experience in energy network design, optimization, and management. Our energy experts are at the forefront of industry trends, helping bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world applications.
The main bodies overseeing the governance and management of the Project are as follows:
The Technical Steering Committee will decide upon significant operational matters relating to the Project and the Steering Committee shall put in place any structure to manage the Project that it agrees.
The purpose of the Stakeholder Advisory Board is to provide a forum for interested stakeholders and industry experts to help shape the research throughout the project, by providing different perspectives and ways of thinking to an area of focus.
EPSRC creates knowledge in engineering and physical sciences for UK capability to benefit society and the economy.
The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) is the main funding body for engineering and physical sciences research in the UK. Our diverse portfolio ranges from digital technologies to clean energy, manufacturing to mathematics, advanced materials to chemistry.
EPSRC invests in world-leading research and skills to advance knowledge and deliver a sustainable, resilient and prosperous UK. We support new ideas and transformative technologies which are the foundations of innovations that improve our economy, environment and society. In partnership and co-investing with industry, we work to deliver both national and global priorities.
