A STRATEGIC Alliance supporting net zero

The GreenSCIES Centre of Excellence acts as your single point of contact on the journey towards achieving net zero. However, we don't work alone. We harness the collective expertise of a diverse range of organisations to collaboratively address the complex and multifaceted challenge of building an equitable and thriving future.

THE greenscies Alliance

  • London South Bank University (LSBU) is committed to driving the transition towards a low carbon future through research and innovation. With a diverse range of research topics that cover the latest technologies, policies, and successful energy transitions, LSBU's expert studies provide organisations with deep analysis and recommendations to advance climate and energy goals. The university is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that promote sustainable energy systems and help organisations progress towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions. With previous studies covering pioneering 5th generation district energy networks, evaluating waste heat recovery opportunities, and optimising smart local energy systems with aquifer thermal energy storage in cities, LSBU's research is tailored to provide solutions for the most pressing challenges organisations face today.

  • Carbon Descent empowers your organisation with the knowledge and tools to take proactive steps towards reducing your carbon footprint. With their advanced heat decarbonisation strategies and GHG emissions forecasts, they provide invaluable insights into your energy footprint and identify opportunities for reduction. Carbon Descent doesn't just stop there, they offer actionable solutions to help you achieve significant, positive impact. By leveraging their expertise and experience, you will unlock new value drivers, build resilience, and take a crucial step towards a sustainable future for all stakeholders. Let Carbon Descent be your partner in creating a better tomorrow.

  • Cullinan Studio is an architectural studio with a strong culture of shared learning, open innovation and the design of buildings as a social act. They offer a unique blend of expertise in sustainable design principles with a focus on restoring the connection between people and nature. Their approach to master planning infrastructure balances the social, economic, and environmental needs of the community, creating buildings and communities that are both functional and sustainable. By working collaboratively with all stakeholders, Cullinan Studio develops joined up solutions that drive progress towards a brighter, more equitable, and thriving future for all. Their deep commitment to sustainability is evident in their project portfolio, which includes a unique back catalogue of award-winning projects such as Bunhill 2 Energy Centre, GreenSCIES, and Alderhay Childrens Hospital.

  • Repowering London recognises that achieving a sustainable future is only possible when people are at the heart of the solution. As a not-for-profit, they are dedicated to putting communities first, helping them to achieve ambitious net-zero goals through a multi-channel and integrated approach to community engagement. Their emphasis on localism and inclusivity enables a range of programs and services to help communities gain the skills and knowledge needed to take action on climate change, including community projects, energy efficiency and retrofitting, and clean energy advocacy. Working in partnership with communities, they help to create a coordinated and motivated narrative that instills a strong sense of purpose and belonging, enabling a shared commitment to our commons. With Repowering London involved communities participate in decision making and play an active role in creating a more sustainable and thriving future.

  • Glow exists to join the dots and change what's possible. They understand that to navigate the complexity of our world, we need to approach problems systemically. Their robust approach uses the science of how human systems work, evolve, flow, and flourish to provide a "better map of the terrain" and guide organisations through complexity to clarity, bringing insight, confidence, and purpose to the communities they work with.

  • Elevate is a leading engineering consultancy that transforms urban infrastructure to revolutionise energy production and consumption. They're not just reducing harm, they're actively improving our world by tackling the world's energy challenges with fresh thinking. Their guiding principle is simple but powerful: design not to sustain but to elevate.

    Elevate is uplifting the foundations that our cities are built upon to support circular, interconnected, and regenerative principles—cultivating socially cohesive communities and planetary health.

    Their approach has earned them prestigious awards, as seen in their visionary project portfolio: GreenSCIES Islington, Girls' School Day Trust, and Hammersmith & Fulham Civic Campus. By partnering with Elevate, you'll be at the forefront of a transformative movement towards a secure, just, and thriving future.

  • Building Low Carbon Solutions provides comprehensive services in feasibility studies, strategic reviews, and troubleshooting for Heat Networks, large Heat Pumps, and CHP, all with a focus on promoting low-carbon solutions. With Phil Jones’ expertise as a visiting Professor at London South Bank University and his specialisation in 4th and 5th generation heat networks, clients can expect a comprehensive, research-led approach to problem-solving, tailored specifically to their needs.

  • Hangar19 is an EV charging company that supports net-zero ambitions. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure has become an essential component of sustainable mobility. Hanger 19 provide expert consultancy in chargepoint planning, site design, and technical EV charger solution development, with a Park and Recharge service that includes load management and communication solutions. They were mobility lead for the GreenSCIES project, designing use cases and assessing EV potential while developing technical solutions for smart local energy systems. By working with Hangar19 you will make a significant positive impact on the environment, while also improving the social and economic well-being of your communities.

  • Grid Edge's state-of-the-art software empowers building owners to make significant progress towards cost reduction, carbon emission reduction, and enhanced building performance. Through the use of live data, analytics, and automated insights, their flagship product Edge2X provides real-time optimisation of building energy performance, with a bespoke 3D Digital Twin for easy visualisation. Their unique approach to energy management prioritises flexibility, making it easier for organisations to achieve their sustainability and efficiency goals. By partnering with Grid Edge, building owners gain invaluable benefits that enable them to stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly-evolving industry, unlocking the full potential of their properties and paving the way for a more sustainable future.

  • Cenex, an independent not-for-profit research technology organization, is dedicated to advancing zero-emission mobility and associated energy infrastructure through project delivery, innovation support, and market development. Working with governments, industry, and academia, Cenex provides services in Zero Emission Mobility, Energy Infrastructure, and Circular Mobility to support the design, modeling, analysis, and development of sustainable mobility solutions. By collaborating with Cenex, your organisation gains access to their expertise and resources, including support for smart and vehicle-to-grid charging, analysis of relevant energy policies, and the development of vehicle charging models.