Dr. Ed Atkins

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ed Atkins is an Associate Professor at the University of Bristol specializing in the political and socio-economic dimensions of climate and energy policy. His current research focuses on decarbonization efforts and the implications of net zero policies on the future of work. His interests encompass a variety of critical aspects including energy politics, labor and employment dynamics, energy poverty, the transition to green skills, industrial policy, the creation of green jobs, populism, and comprehensive climate policies. Atkins has been involved in significant research projects addressing the regional impacts of net zero ambitions, especially concerning the development of green skills in response to the changing labor market. He serves as a Principal Investigator for Place-Based Green Skills initiatives and is actively engaged in policy fellowship programs aimed at fostering sustainable practices within local economies. Furthermore, he has supervised several academic theses related to complex scenario planning in socioeconomic contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, England

Researcher and academic in climate energy policy focusing on socio-economic impacts and solutions.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.