Centre for Decarbonisation and Offshore Renewable Energy
Driving University strategy to deliver sustainable solutions to global problems
The Centre for Decarbonisation and Offshore Renewable Energy (C-DORE) brings together a critical mass of leading research and expertise from across the sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½. Through co-creation and collaboration with partners from business, government and key communities from across the globe, it aims to be a beacon for the University’s whole-system transdisciplinary approach to solutions-oriented research, accelerating sustainable developments in decarbonisation and renewable energy.
In response to climate change imperatives, C-DORE’s work aligns with the UK's net zero, energy security and clean maritime agendas. Strongly positioned to build on the leading role the University enjoys nationally and internationally through research and teaching, the Centre will support the substantial opportunity the city and region now has to engage with the agendas for the South West. Its contribution will be central to capitalising on new developments planned in the Celtic Sea, and the subsequent economic benefit through jobs and growth in the supply chain.
Overarching research themes
Areas of expertise
Floating offshore wind solutions for Celtic Sea developers
Find out how our unrivalled technical capabilities and expertise can support the successful roll-out of floating offshore wind (FLOW) in the Celtic Sea.
Key partnerships
A multinational consortium with leading research institutions addressing the challenges in ocean renewable energy and accelerating global efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
Led by the sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½, the EPSRC-funded Hub is addressing technical, environmental and interdisciplinary challenges through collaboration, cementing the UK's position as a global leader in offshore renewable energy.
Our research plays a key role in supporting the ambition of Great South West – a strategic initiative aimed at fostering economic growth and development in the region – in terms of both food and energy security, and defence.
UN-Habitat's partnership with universities worldwide
The sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ is proud to be a member of , showcasing our commitment to promoting sustainable urban development worldwide. As part of this esteemed network, we work with universities, policymakers, and communities around the globe to tackle significant urban challenges, aiming to create a better future for cities and their residents.
Latest news
Plymouth and Curtin to collaborate on research and teaching initiatives
The agreement strengthens a 40-year connection between the two universities and opens the door to further student and staff programmes in the future
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Project investigates public attitudes and perceptions towards the decommissioning of marine artificial structuresThe READ-ME initiative will document attitudes and perceptions in order to generate crucial knowledge to guide sustainable ocean management
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£250 million defence deal enables University to drive innovations in advanced marine technologyThe Plymouth Defence Growth Deal will enhance our expertise across the defence and security sectors
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Plymouth to be national centre for marine autonomyThe University is among the key partners in a programme that will reinforce Plymouth’s place as a hub of marine autonomy expertise and excellence
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People
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![Professor Deborah Greaves OBE FREng Visiting Professor]( "Professor Deborah Greaves OBE FREng")
Professor Deborah Greaves OBE FREng
Visiting Professor
Centre Co-Director
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![Professor Ian Bailey Professor of Environmental Politics]( "Professor Ian Bailey")
Professor Ian Bailey
Professor of Environmental Politics
Centre Co-Director
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![Professor Lars Johanning Associate Head of School - Research]( "Professor Lars Johanning")
Professor Lars Johanning
Associate Head of School - Research
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![Dr Martyn Hann Associate Head of School (PG Education)]( "Dr Martyn Hann")
Dr Martyn Hann
Associate Head of School (PG Education)
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![Professor Will Blake Professor of Catchment Science]( "Professor Will Blake")
Professor Will Blake
Professor of Catchment Science
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![Professor Kevin Jones Deputy Vice-Chancellor - Research and Innovation]( "Professor Kevin Jones")
Professor Kevin Jones
Deputy Vice-Chancellor - Research and Innovation
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![Dr Keri Collins Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering]( "Dr Keri Collins")
Dr Keri Collins
Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
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![Dr Kimberly Tam Associate Professor in Cybersecurity]( "Dr Kimberly Tam")
Dr Kimberly Tam
Associate Professor in Cybersecurity
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![Professor Melanie Austen Professor of Ocean and Society]( "Professor Melanie Austen")
Professor Melanie Austen
Professor of Ocean and Society
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![Professor Kerry Howell Professor of Deep-Sea Ecology]( "Professor Kerry Howell")
Professor Kerry Howell
Professor of Deep-Sea Ecology
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![Dr Stavros Karamperidis Associate Professor in Maritime Economics]( "Dr Stavros Karamperidis")
Dr Stavros Karamperidis
Associate Professor in Maritime Economics
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![Mr Jason Lowther Associate Professor of Law]( "Mr Jason Lowther")
Mr Jason Lowther
Associate Professor of Law
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![Dr Munira Raji Strategic Research Institute Co-ordinator]( "Dr Munira Raji")
Dr Munira Raji
Strategic Research Institute Co-ordinator
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![Professor Emma Sheehan Professor of Marine Ecology]( "Professor Emma Sheehan")
Professor Emma Sheehan
Professor of Marine Ecology
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![Professor Richard Thompson OBE FRS Professor in Marine Biology]( "Professor Richard Thompson OBE FRS")
Professor Richard Thompson OBE FRS
Professor in Marine Biology
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![Professor Katharine Willis Professor of Smart Cities and Communities]( "Professor Katharine Willis")
Professor Katharine Willis
Professor of Smart Cities and Communities
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![Professor Sian Rees Associate Head of School - Research]( "Professor Sian Rees")
Professor Sian Rees
Associate Head of School - Research
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![Dr Yeaw Chu Lee Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering]( "Dr Yeaw Chu Lee")
Dr Yeaw Chu Lee
Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering
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![Ms Sarah Fear Sector Lead (Marine and Low Carbon)]( "Ms Sarah Fear")
Ms Sarah Fear
Sector Lead (Marine and Low Carbon)
Facilities
State-of-the-art facilities and kit underpin much of C-DORE’s work
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Professor Deborah Greaves OBE , Centre Director and Professor of Ocean Engineering at the sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½: deborah.greaves@plymouth.ac.ukLee Richards , sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½: lee.richards@plymouth.ac.ukSarah Fear , sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½: sarah.fear@plymouth.ac.uk
Work with us
Leverage our research capabilities and access tailored support that aligns with your organisation’s requirements.
The University works with numerous partners to devise creative solutions for their challenges. This collaboration may encompass joint research and development initiatives, access to our state-of-the-art facilities, and consultancy and engagement with student talent and academic expertise.
We help businesses and organisations from the public or third sectors to harness the University’s services, injecting fresh perspectives to foster and propel innovation.
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