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George Day
@geologik.bsky.social
Energy and water policy guy. Sometimes do things for Energy Systems Catapult, Sustainability First & Northern Powergrid.
A very important challenge for policy makers interested in combining clean energy with economic growth open.substack.com/pub/knowledg...
An Innovation Nobel in Economics
Innovation-Driven Economic Growth, With Implications for Electricity
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October 29, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Want to gain a sense of just how good or bad UK policies are for pricing carbon emissions?

Have a look at this blog by my @energysyscat.bsky.social colleague Danial Sturge and Leila Roberts of Stonehaven es.catapult.org.uk/insight/mixe...
Mixed signals for innovators: buffeted by war and a pandemic, the UK's effective carbon prices need rebalancing
Our latest analysis shows that policies continue to send confusing signals to the market, ones that could deter clean energy innovators.
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October 15, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Can a new carbon regulator ensure that we count emissions with rock solid scientific credibility across the board? Register here to find out more.. es.catapult.org.uk/event/make-c...
04/06/2025 - Make Carbon Count: Setting up a new Carbon Regulator
Our future Net Zero economy relies on credible emissions data. Join Energy Systems Catapult for an introduction on its proposal for a Carbon Regulator.
es.catapult.org.uk
May 13, 2025 at 10:51 AM
If you’ve not discovered the Merlin app, it’s great for casual birding. Rewarded with a glimpse of a Kingfisher in the spring sunshine while out for an after work stroll along the Tame just now.

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‎Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab
‎What's that bird? Ask Merlin—the world’s leading app for birds. Just like magic, Merlin Bird ID will help you solve the mystery. Merlin Bird ID helps you identify birds you see and hear. Merlin is u...
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March 31, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Reposted by George Day
Through @unibirmingham.bsky.social's Climate Innovation Programme with support from us, Rendesco received:

✅ Tailored innovation workshops
✅ One-to-one support from digital and data specialists
✅ Expert advice on data management strategies

Read more: es.catapult.org.uk/project/rend...
Rendesco
Rendesco is in the low-carbon heat network industry, specialising in the design and construction of heat networks powered by GSHP technology.
es.catapult.org.uk
March 28, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Reposted by George Day
The government will soon decide whether to introduce locational pricing signals in the electricity market.

This move has the potential to transform the energy sector:

👉 Lowering costs
👉 Directing renewables to the areas that need them
👉 Attracting more investment
March 20, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Reposted by George Day
Please join us in welcoming to Energy Systems Catapult, Nazo Moosa and Catherine Bremner as Non-Executive Directors, and Dr. Alan Whitehead as Board Advisor, strengthening our leadership at a critical moment for the UK’s Net Zero ambitions.

Read more: es.catapult.org.uk/news/energy-...
December 10, 2024 at 12:02 PM