Can we design just energy transitions? Energy justice, innovation and the Orkney Islands
In this blog series, EMEC associate and researcher Dr. Lara Santos Ayllón shares insights from her PhD exploring energy justice, marine energy, green hydrogen and emerging energy futures in Orkney. Drawing on research supported by EMEC, the University of Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt University and the Energy Technology Partnership, Lara examines whether it is possible to design Read More »
EMEC’s Lara Santos shortlisted for Scottish Renewables Young Professionals Green Energy Award
Research exploring how fairness can be designed into the energy transition has earned EMEC associate Dr Lara Santos Ayllon a place in the shortlist for the Academic Award of the Scottish Renewables Young Professionals Green Energy Awards 2026. The annual awards recognise emerging leaders who are making a significant contribution to Scotland’s renewable energy industry Read More »



