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Social Value of Electrical Network Investment.

✓ Fully Funded ⏰ Closing Soon 🎓 Energy Economics 🎓 Macroeconomics 🎓 Microeconomics 🎓 Policy Analysis 🎓 Socioeconomics phd fully funded UK Glasgow University of Strathclyde computable general equilibrium electricity energy networks input-output modelling macroeconomics net zero socioeconomics

A fully funded PhD at the University of Strathclyde examining the social and economic value of electricity network investments to support a fair net zero transition, combining academic research with industrial collaboration.

Project Description

The project partners with Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) to: Analyze the electricity network supply chain and identify opportunities for optimization. Improve representation of electricity networks in Scotland’s Input–Output tables for better economy-wide modelling. Assess distributional impacts of network investment using macroeconomic models such as Input-Output and Computable General Equilibrium. The candidate will gain industrial experience at SSEN and insight into applying academic evidence to real-world energy investment decisions.

Entry Requirements

Strong quantitative and analytical skills in economics, energy systems, or related disciplines
Interest in macroeconomic modelling and socio-economic impacts of energy investment
Excellent written and spoken English
Motivation to work in an academic-industry collaborative environment

How to Apply

Apply via King’s Apply online (or Strathclyde equivalent)
Include CV, academic transcripts, personal statement, and referee contacts
Contact supervisor for informal enquiries: Dr Kevin Connolly

Eligibility

UK/Home
EU
International

Supervisor Profile

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Dr Kevin Connolly
University of Strathclyde, Business School

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