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Tom Rogers is a Senior Lecturer in Sustainable Energy Engineering at Nottingham Trent University's School of Science & Technology, actively advancing renewable energy transitions with emphasis on Small Island Developing States (SIDS). His role integrates research leadership on EU and Royal Society-funded projects with industry-connected teaching, including global site visits to renewable installations and electric vehicle manufacturers.
Rogers' research centers on decarbonizing energy systems through distributed solar PV mapping, climate-resilient Caribbean energy solutions, and wind/EV integration for SIDS. He has direct policy impact, notably supporting Barbados' 2030 target for 100% renewable energy supply. His work bridges technical analysis (e.g., GIS-based urban solar potential modeling) with real-world implementation challenges in vulnerable island nations.
Analysis of his 12 publications (2011-2023) reveals consistent focus on SIDS energy transitions across disciplines including energy economics, climate adaptation, and urban transportation. Key trends include quantifying renewable potential (wind/solar), evaluating policy mechanisms, and addressing grid integration challenges for islands with limited infrastructure.
As a research supervisor, Rogers secures competitive funding from EU, Royal Society, and UNEP sources while facilitating industry-academic partnerships for student placements. His current projects include an EU-funded distributed solar PV mapping initiative creating 'virtual twins' of cities and a Royal Society collaboration on Caribbean climate-resilient energy systems.
He engages with interdisciplinary research groups at NTU and maintains active Caribbean partnerships, particularly with the University of the West Indies. Fieldwork extends to Barbados, Tenerife, and Caribbean islands where he implements renewable solutions and conducts residential teaching trips examining energy systems in tropical environments.
