New report
The Renewable Energy Entrepreneurs of the Global South
The renewable energy entrepreneurs are introducing new business models and value propositions that are changing the way energy is provided. Renewable energy firms offer a much wider range of products and services than traditional utilities.
Developed in partnership with Sustainable Energy for All and Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE)
Research
We are interested in the transition to net zero emissions and sustainable development. Progress towards sustainability will require not just thoughtful government intervention but also major shifts in the behaviour of households, workers and firms. Our research extends across the economic system to identify the crucial points where small actions can generate large-scale positive change. Our goal is to help policy makers implement the fast and comprehensive shifts necessary for establishing environmentally sustainable development pathways.
Engagement and Events
Latest news
Study: Policymakers underestimate public support for climate action
New research from the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment at the University of Oxford suggests politicians are consistently underestimating levels of public support for climate policies. Dr Stefania Innocenti commented: "While more research is needed before we can say for sure why policymakers underestimate the public on climate change by such a high degree, our results suggest the presence of misperceptions."
Finalist: Research Institute of the Year
The Smith School has been shortlisted in the edie Net Zero Awards 2025 in a new category which shines a light on the educational bodies, think tanks and NGOs that have worked tirelessly to ensure that discourse on net-zero is grounded in evidence.
The solutions redesigning a waste-free future
What if we lived in a world without waste? Cameron Hepburn joins this RE:TV special feature to discuss how we can continue to add value and produce goods and services while transforming economies to a point where they not damaging the environment.
World Forum on Enterprise & the Environment 2025
The Smith School's flagship event is back. University of Oxford. Invitation only.
World Forum on Enterprise & the Environment 2025
The Smith School's flagship event is back. University of Oxford. Invitation only.
New York Climate Week 2025
Find out more about new research launches and events with Smith School researchers at Climate Week NCY. We look forward to seeing you in New York!