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Brenda Boardman

Brenda is an Emeritus Fellow at the ECI following her retirement in September 2008. She is also a Visiting Professor at the University of Exeter. At the ECI, Brenda was the former head of the Lower Carbon Futures team and a co-director of the UK Energy Research Centre Her main research focus is on how to achieve demand reduction in energy across the UK economy, but in particular the built environment.

Brenda's main research focus is on energy efficiency and the way that energy is used in British homes, particularly by low-income households, i.e. fuel poverty. She considers the economic, social and technical aspects of the subject and her work has a strong policy emphasis. She is widely viewed as one of the most experienced in her field and was awarded an MBE in 1998 for her work on energy efficiency and received the Energy Institute's Melchett Medal in the same year.

Brenda's second book, Fixing Fuel Poverty: Challenges and solutions is available in both paperback and hardback. The book examines why the numbers of households in fuel poverty are rising – currently 5 million in the UK – despite the government's legal obligation to eradicate fuel poverty by 2016. Many of the lessons from the UK are germaine to other countries beginning to experience worsening fuel poverty, particularly in Eastern and Central Europe. The European Commission now requires action on fuel poverty in all Member States, through the revised Electricity Directive. Brenda has given a series of presentations about the book to various professional and academic audiences in the UK, in Brussels and in Prague.

Who is in fuel poverty? The government has no idea as it moves to cut winter fuel payments

Sep 16, 2024 05:54 am UTC| Insights & Views

Energy is an unusual commodity as it imposes running costs and capital expenditure. The main way to permanently reduce running costs is to spend money on more efficient use of energy: better insulated homes, more modern...

Economy

Dollar Eases, Asian Stocks Mixed as Markets Await Key Federal Reserve Rate Decision

The dollar lost ground on September 18, while Asian stocks delivered mixed results ahead of the Federal Reserves upcoming interest rate decision. The yen gained after a strong U.S. retail sales report reduced expectations...

U.S. Factory Output Rises in August as Motor Vehicle Production Rebounds

U.S. factory production rebounded in August, with a 0.9% increase driven by a sharp recovery in motor vehicle output. After a 0.7% decline in July, the Federal Reserves report signals improvements in the manufacturing...

UK CPI

UK Aug CPI came unchanged 2.2% y/y as expected, while core CPI jumped to 3.6% y/y compared to a forecast of 3.5% y/y. The probability of rate pause increased to 63% after solid CPI data. Major resistance-...

Oil Prices Climb Amid U.S. Output Concerns and Anticipated Crude Inventory Drop

On September 17, oil prices continued to rise as the market assessed concerns regarding U.S. output in the wake of Hurricane Francine and anticipated a decrease in U.S. crude stockpiles. Brent Crude Futures Rise to...

Philippine Remittances Hit 2024 High of $3.08 Billion in July, Growth Slows

Remittances from overseas Filipinos reached a 2024 peak of $3.08 billion in July, a 3.1% increase from the previous year. Despite the rise, analysts warn that remittance growth is plateauing, with future gains projected to...

Politics

Kamala Harris Presidency May Drive US Crypto Firms Overseas, Warns Nansen CEO at Token2049

Nansen CEO Alex Svanevik predicts a Kamala Harris presidency would create a challenging landscape for U.S. crypto firms, likely pushing businesses to move abroad, while a Trump victory could boost domestic cryptocurrency...

Clear Favorite? Donald Trump Emerges as Most Popular Among Independents in Latest Gallup Poll

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, former President Donald Trump is solidifying his position as a leading candidate, particularly among independent voters. According to a new Gallup poll, Trump has emerged as...

Is 'Dying' Joe Biden Using a Doppelgänger? The Controversial Rumor Resurfaces Amid Health Speculations

Rumors about President Joe Bidens health have taken a dramatic turn as a conspiracy theory suggesting that the 81-year-old leader is using a doppelgnger has resurfaced. The claim, which gained traction on social media,...

Is Melania Trump An Adult Film Actress? Ex-FLOTUS Defends Nude Modeling Job As 'Celebration of the Human Form'

As former First Lady Melania Trump prepares to release her memoir, she has reignited public discussion about her past nude modeling work. In a rare statement, Trump framed her work as a form of artistic expression and...

Scripted? 'Hollywood Liberal' Billie Eilish Faces Backlash From Donald Trump Supporters After Endorsing Kamala Harris and Tim Walz

Billie Eilish, the 22-year-old Grammy-winning singer, is the latest celebrity to be swept into political controversy after publicly endorsing Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for the upcoming elections. Eilish and her brother...

Science

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Crew Achieves Historic Spacewalk and Advances Commercial Space Exploration

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission accomplished several milestones during its five-day journey, including the most remote spacewalk in history. Crew members conducted 36 groundbreaking experiments, advancing knowledge in space...

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Crew Returns After Groundbreaking Mission, Advancing Elon Musk's Mars Ambitions

The Polaris Dawn crew returned safely to Earth after a groundbreaking five-day mission, advancing SpaceXs long-term goal of Mars colonization. Led by billionaire Jared Isaacman, the mission featured the first commercial...

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission Achieves Historic Milestones Despite Lack of White House Recognition

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission has captivated global audiences with its historic milestones, including the first commercial spacewalk and record-breaking achievements. However, despite its groundbreaking success, the mission...

화산으로 전기 생산 가능할까?

활화산에서 뿜어져 나오는 붉은 용암을 전기로 전환하는 것은 위험하고 신뢰성이 떨어진다. 화산은 예측 가능한 일정으로 분출하지 않으며, 용암은 너무 빨리 식는다. 그러나 미국을 포함한 여러 국가는 화산열을 활용해 전기를 생산하는...

스페이스X, FAA 지연 속 스타십 시험 비행 11월 목표 발표

스페이스X는 미 연방항공청(FAA)의 승인 절차 지연으로 인해 5번째 스타십 시험 비행 목표를 11월로 재설정했다. 이 항공우주 기업은 환경 평가와 규제 문제를 주요 요인으로 꼽으며, 이번 야심 찬 임무가 지연된 이유를...

Technology

BlackRock Says Bitcoin Becoming Popular Hedge as US Debt Crisis Looms, Institutional Interest Climbs

According to a BlackRock presentation, Bitcoin is increasingly seen by clients as a hedge against rising U.S. debt concerns. With limited supply and global transferability, Bitcoin offers an alternative to traditional...

US Treasury Outlines EV Charger Tax Credit Rules – See if You Qualify for Big Savings

The US Department of the Treasury has clarified who qualifies for tax credits on electric vehicle chargers, allowing eligible individuals and businesses to claim up to 30% of the installation cost. Eligibility for EV...

Cybertruck Lead Tesla Engineer Issues Warning: Supercharger Extension Cords Pose Major Safety Risks

Teslas Cybertruck lead engineer, Wes Morrill, has cautioned against using Supercharger extension cords, citing risks like overheating and equipment damage. His warning highlights Teslas strict safety...

Nintendo Switch 2 Photos Leak Online: Bigger Screen, Magnetic Controllers, and Enhanced Specs Revealed

Fresh leaks featuring photos and specifications of the Nintendo Switch 2 have emerged, showcasing a larger console design with a bigger screen, magnetic side rails for Joy-Con controllers, and significant upgrades like...

Shiba Inu Community on High Alert: Dangerous Clipper Malware Targets Crypto Wallets

A serious warning has been issued to the Shiba Inu and Bitcoin communities as clipper malware, known for altering crypto wallet addresses, has resurfaced. This dangerous software threatens to redirect funds to attackers...