Powering Net Zero with Energy Research

OAK Lab is a research hub using real-world data to help businesses, researchers, and policymakers cut energy waste, lower costs, and build a net-zero future.

£2bn

Worth of energy wasted by SMEs annually—enough to power 1 in 10 homes.

Tackling the Energy Challenge

OAK Lab combines cutting-edge research with real-world data to develop smarter energy systems, inform policy, and accelerate net-zero innovation.

Powering the Future with Data & Innovation

Powering Smarter Decisions

We collect and analyze high-quality energy data to uncover insights that help businesses, researchers, and policymakers make smarter, data-driven choices.

Building Smarter Energy Systems

Our research fuels the next generation of intelligent energy technologies, from AI-powered demand controls to IoT-driven efficiency solutions.

Informing Policy & Accelerating Net Zero

By bridging the gap between research and real-world action, we shape policies, support industry transformation, and drive the UK’s journey to a sustainable, net-zero future.

Turning Data into Action—Our Research in Motion

Secure Data Lab

We harness smart meter data and real-world insights to drive energy innovation.

Research

Our curated, high-resolution energy datasets fuel groundbreaking studies and solutions.

Education & Outreach

We share our expertise through workshops, reports, and policy engagement to shape a sustainable future.

Industry & Academic Partnerships

We bridge the gap between research and real-world impact, co-developing intelligent energy technologies.

Data-Driven Innovation for Net Zero

Smart Energy Data

We collect and analyse real-world data to reveal energy trends, reduce waste, and drive smarter decision-making.

Benchmarking

Our research identifies best practices, helping businesses and policymakers optimise energy use and cut carbon emissions.

Energy Controls

We develop AI-driven demand management and IoT solutions to make buildings more efficient and responsive.

Net Zero Tech & Policy

We assess new technologies and policies to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon, sustainable built environment.

Combining cutting-edge research with real-world data to develop smarter energy systems, inform policy, and accelerate net-zero innovation.

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