Reef-UKC Research Network Workshop

19th June 2025, Conference Aston, Aston University, Birmingham, B4 7ET

Reef-UKC Research Network Workshop

Marking Our First Year of Progress

Join us for the Reef-UKC Research Network Workshop as we celebrate our first year and showcase the significant strides made in establishing the research landscape for renewable-powered cooling in the UK.

Reef-UKC: Pioneering Sustainable Cooling Solutions

The REnewable Energy access for Future UK Net-Zero Cooling (Reef-UKC) research network was established to address this critical challenge. By bringing together leading researchers from academia and key players from industry, Reef-UKC aims to foster collaboration and drive innovation in renewable-powered cooling technologies. Our network is committed to seeding impactful research projects that will pave the way for a sustainable and resilient cooling future for the UK.

Join Our Engaging Workshop:

We invite Academics, Early Career Researchers (ECRs), policymakers, and industry professionals to join us for an insightful and collaborative workshop on 19^th June 2025 at Conference Aston, Aston University, Birmingham, UK.

Tentative Agenda:

Welcome and Opening
Keynote Speakers
Tea, Coffee & Networking
Progress on Round 1 Seed Funded projects
Interactive Session 1
Lunch Break & Networking
Interactive Session 2
Tea, Coffee & Networking
Keynote Speaker
Seed Funding Round 2 Announcement
Interactive Session 3
Closing remarks and next steps
Networking & Drinks Reception

What to Expect:

This workshop offers a unique opportunity to:

Hear from Leading Industry Experts: Engage with keynote speakers who are shaping the future of renewable energy, cooling technologies, and policy.
Gain Insights from Seeded Projects: Discover the outcomes and impact of the projects funded in our first round.
Participate in Interactive Sessions: Contribute to discussions on critical topics such as decarbonising the cold supply chain and navigating the research landscape.
Understand the Funding Landscape: Hear from a keynote speaker with expertise in relevant funding opportunities.
Network with Peers and Experts: Connect with academics, ECRs, policymakers, and industry professionals during dedicated networking breaks and throughout the day.
Exclusive Seed Funding Announcement: Be among the first to hear the details of our second round of Seed Funding.
Eligibility for Seed Funding: Crucially, attendees of this workshop will be eligible to apply for this upcoming round of Seed Funding.