Renewable Energy Challenge

What was the Renewable Energy Challenge?

We worked with the Mayor of London to design and deliver the Mayor’s Resilience Fund which included two phases:

• Open call for local authorities, government agencies and charities in London to partner with us as problem-holders (2020)
• Designed and delivered 10 city-based challenges (2021)

The Mayor’s Resilience Fund was funded by the London Economic Action Partnership.

What was this challenge about?

Develop a proof of concept for renewable energy production utilising the Royal Docks water area, leading to a transferable, scalable and commercially viable prototype for the generation of renewable energy that is usable by local customers, such as businesses, landlords, developers, residents and other projects.

Where was it focused?

The Royal Docks water area, made up of three key Docks – Royal Victoria, Royal Albert & King George V, in the London Borough of Newham. (Restrictions may apply, including physical constraints, lease agreements, management and safety requirements etc.)

Who were the end users?

Partners (businesses, landlords, developers), residents and local enterprise zone projects across the Royal Docks, local developments and their tenants (such as at Albert Island), the Royal Docks Management Authority (RoDMA) and London City Airport.

What impact were we seeking?

• A physical prototype developed and its application tested in the production of renewable energy in the Royal Docks
• Power delivered to the local grid, or directly to local consumers
• Longer-term impact includes significant production of clean and renewable energy in the Royal Docks area
• Longer-term impact also includes scaling to other water areas