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UPDATED 1 Sept: The EI library in London is temporarily closed to the public, as a precautionary measure in light of the ongoing COVID-19 situation. The Knowledge Service will still be answering email queries via email , or via live chats during working hours (09:15-17:00 GMT). Our e-library is always open for members here: eLibrary , for full-text access to over 200 e-books and millions of articles. Thank you for your patience.

EI Knowledge

EI Knowledge is the centre for energy knowledge at the EI. We provide accurate and balanced energy information to support your work or studies. We also carry out our own research and engage EI members to create new sources of information and inform energy policy.

We are continuously updating to our resources, and aim to cover topics across the energy system. This curation and creation of new resources is overseen by the Energy Advisory Panel (EAP). The EAP is made up of senior EI members and stakeholders whose collective expertise covers the breadth of the energy system. Reporting to the EI’s governing council, the EAP also manages topic-specific sub committees. If you’re interested in joining EAP, please contact us.

Examples of knowledge projects overseen by EAP include the Energy Barometer, the podcast Energy in Conversation, and our Energy Essentials Guide to Hydrogen.

EI Knowledge enables EI members to apply their expertise to improve the energy system through a programme of engagement. We work with policy makers, industry partners, and the research community to share the views and knowledge of our members. Opportunities for EI members to engage with the EI Knowledge include:

  • Participating in the annual Energy Barometer survey
  • Responding to policy consultations
  • Joining Energy Advisory Panel, Energy Management Panel, Behaviour Change Working Group, or other subject-specific networks
  • Suggesting topics for new knowledge projects or research collaboration

You can also engage with the EI more widely (please log in for full access):

This website is a catalogue of all the information we hold. Most resources are available online, though some items catalogued here are physical resources located in the EI library in London. Many of these can be loaned via post, or excerpts can be scanned upon request. Search for specific terms through the bar at the top of every page, or browse by topic through the Collections.

EI Knowledge is here to guide you to resources, answer queries, and listen to your input. You can contact us by email on knowledge@energyinst.org

Claire Cortis - Digital Knowledge and Information Manager
Claire studied geography at Exeter University. She joined the Energy Institute in 2013 as a graduate library trainee and has since become a Chartered Librarian. She manages digital content such as the eLibrary and oversees the physical library.

Clare Dowie - Knowledge and Information Officer
Following many years working in academic, law and school library and information services, Clare joined the Energy Institute in 2025 and primarily looks after the physical library and archive. Clare enjoys spending as much time as possible in the French Alps, as well as reading.

Gemma Fox – Senior Energy Project Lead
Gemma joined the EI as an Energy Analyst in 2021 after graduating from Durham University with an MSci in Natural Sciences. She then went on to work as the Executive Assistant to the EI's CEO, returning to the Knowledge, Insights and Research Team in 2024 to lead the production of the Statistical Review of World Energy. Gemma is passionate about delivering high-quality research and insights that inform and inspire the energy community. She enjoys travelling and can be regularly found cheering on Liverpool FC.

Ian Jones – Head of Knowledge, Insights, and Research
Prior to joining the EI in 2023, Ian co-founded AMPLYFI, a start-up developing artificial intelligence geared towards unlocking the internet to enhance business intelligence and market research. He has over eighteen years’ experience in the energy sector having previously worked for bp and Entergy where he specialised in analysing global electricity, carbon, and renewable markets.

Kinga Niemczyk – Senior Analyst
Kinga studied political science and international relations, focusing on the role of energy in geopolitics. She joined the Energy Institute in 2016, after several years of working in financial services and academia. Kinga loves reading spy-thrillers and watching international movies.