Cleantech at Aston

Innovating for a sustainable future

We’re driving the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon world through pioneering research in renewable energy, sustainable fuels, green chemistry, and circular economy innovation.

Shaping tomorrow's world, today

Our clean tech experts are developing technologies and systems that reduce emissions, recover resources, and enable cleaner growth across industry and society. By bringing together science, engineering, and enterprise, we turn environmental challenges into opportunities for transformation - delivering solutions that power a greener future.

Professor Jude Onwudili

Driving the transition to cleaner fuels and sustainable chemicals.

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Dr Muhammad Imran

Powering a more sustainable future for vulnerable communities.

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Research spotlight

Our clean tech breakthroughs are redefining how energy is produced, stored and used. Through pioneering work in bioenergy, sustainable materials and carbon capture, our researchers are delivering real solutions to the climate crisis - turning scientific discovery into lasting environmental change.

Aston research finds some artificial sweeteners are forever chemicals that could be harming aquatic life

How our research can help change homeowners' minds about low carbon heating

Aston University opens Wolfson Centre for Low Carbon Hydrogen

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Hear from our experts

Our clean tech researchers are tackling one of the greatest challenges of our time - creating a sustainable, low-carbon future. From renewable energy and green chemistry to circular economy innovation, our experts are developing solutions that help industry, government, and communities move towards net zero. Their insights don’t just inform policy and practice – they’re shaping the technologies that will help safeguard our planet and secure a sustainable future for generations to come.

Revolutionising Water Management | Prof. Alan Goddard and Dr Matthew Derry

MEMetic is pioneering a revolutionary approach to water management, combining nature’s biological innovations with cutting-edge polymer chemistry. Their mission is to develop innovative biomimetic membranes that address today’s most pressing water challenges.

How Better Data Protects Our Environment | Prof. Lucy Bastin

Professor Lucy Bastin is advancing environmental intelligence tools that protect biodiversity in a rapidly changing world. Her work combines data, modelling and policy insight to support healthier ecosystems.

Photonic Sensing for Renewable Energy and Cleantech | Prof. Sergey Sergeyev

Professor Sergey Sergeyev and his team are developing advanced photonic sensing systems that monitor wind turbines with unprecedented accuracy - boosting reliability, safety and efficiency in the renewable energy sector.

Why SMEs Are Key to the UK’s Net Zero Transition | Prof. Prasanta Dey

Professor Prasanta Dey is helping small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) cut carbon while improving productivity and competitiveness through the West Midlands SME Decarbonisation programme.

How organic waste can be transformed into clean energy and biochar | Tim Miller

Tim (Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute - EBRI) reveals the science behind pyrolysis - a technology that converts waste into valuable outputs such as biochar, gases, and heat. Discover how EBRI is helping industries to support the UK’s Net Zero ambitions.

Join us as a postgraduate researcher

Build a sustainable future with us. Hear from current postgraduate research students and explore our PhD opportunities.

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Working with industry

Learn how we're working with energy companies, manufacturers, and sustainability pioneers to develop cutting-edge clean technologies. By combining academic expertise with environmental and industrial challenges, we help organisations reduce emissions, accelerate the transition to net zero, and lead in an evolving green economy.

Making road surfaces more sustainable

In partnership with Miles Macadam, Aston University civil engineers are turning waste into resilient, low-carbon materials making road surfaces more sustainable.

Developing energy-efficient recycling systems

We’re working with Mechatherm International to develop next-generation aluminium recycling systems that could cut energy use by half. By uniting clean tech innovation with industrial expertise, this collaboration is redefining what sustainable manufacturing can achieve.

Reducing carbon emissions in commercial buildings

Born from Aston’s Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI), this AI-powered spin-out helps businesses slash energy use, costs, and carbon emissions.