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Graeme Hawker is a Lecturer in Energy Systems at the University of Strathclyde, affiliated with the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering. He is an active researcher with the UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC), contributing to national and local energy system analysis, particularly in the context of decarbonisation and multi-carrier energy networks. His work bridges technical modelling and policy engagement, with contributions to Scottish and UK energy strategies.
His educational background includes a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde (2018), an MSc in Information Technology from the University of Glasgow (2003), a BA in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge (2002), and a BSc in Physical Sciences from the Open University (2013). He is a Chartered Scientist and Member of the Energy Institute.
Graeme's research focuses on whole system energy modelling, multi-carrier networks (electricity, gas, hydrogen, heat), and the integration of renewable energy sources. He investigates low-carbon heating, energy storage, grid reliability, and machine learning applications for failure prediction. His work addresses critical challenges in achieving long-term carbon emissions targets through system-level analysis.
The recent articles highlight a consistent focus on energy system flexibility, resilience, and integration. Topics include battery impacts on distribution networks, hydrogen's role in reducing renewable curtailment, and managing extreme weather effects on grids. These works reflect a strong emphasis on practical, policy-relevant research in the UK and Scottish contexts, with applications in smart grids, decarbonisation, and energy storage.
- Chartered Scientist
- Member of The Energy Institute
Graeme Hawker has served as co-investigator and researcher on multiple funded projects, including EPSRC CDT in Future Power Networks, UKERC Phase 3, and the RESTLESS project on energy storage. He has contributed to policy outreach, including evidence submissions to the Scottish Parliament and UKERC responses on community energy. While no formal PhD students are listed, he is accepting PhD students and has supervised doctoral work as a supervisor on a completed thesis. He is involved in steering groups for sustainable heat transitions and collaborates widely across energy research networks.
He is actively engaged in research teams within the UKERC and collaborates on projects related to resilient energy systems, smart grids, and sustainable heat. His GitHub profile indicates active software development for energy data analysis, including tools for GB energy data management and spectral analysis, reflecting a strong computational and data-driven research approach.
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