Net-Zero and Sustainable Energy Systems

For more than 30 years, Loughborough has played a leading role in advancing renewable energy technologies, helping to accelerate the transition to Net-Zero through advanced engineering research. We continue to shape the sustainable energy landscape by driving innovation, informing policy development, and enhancing knowledge through active dissemination. Wolfson School hosts leading experts in renewable energy technologies, power electronics, thermal and electrochemical storage, hydrogen systems, and sustainable manufacturing. Our energy laboratories, environmental testing facilities, and world-class instrumentation support transformative research contributing to a low-carbon future. Engineering research must address decarbonisation, energy security, circular resource management, and environmental performance. Your PhD will place you at the heart of these challenges, helping to design systems that deliver clean, efficient and resilient energy solutions. Example research areas: 94% of Loughborough’s research impact is rated world-leading or internationally excellent. REF 2021

The standard University IELTS English language requirement is 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each individual element (reading, writing, listening and speaking).

International students: £29,500

UK students: £5,238

UK/Home: £5,238

International: £29,500

October 2026

31 July 2026

• Loughborough, United Kingdom