The conference focused on how the chemical sciences can contribute to the expected energy rise of 60% by 2030 following on from the RSC-ESEF report on Chemical Science Priorities for Sustainable Energy Solutions. The main highlight of the conference was the excellent group of lecturers who gave high quality talks and proved that significant energy related chemical research is being carried out. There were also very lively discussions and many opportunities for networking.
The science
This unique three-day conference recognised the importance of the chemical sciences in this field. Topics that were covered in the scientific programme are representative of the key energy areas and included the following:- Energy Materials
- Energy Innovation and Policy
- Fuel Cells
- Nuclear Waste Management
- Carbon Capture and Storage
- Bio-Energy
- Catalysts for Energy
