Arup launches second research competition on energy transition

Participants are encouraged to submit proposals on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to renewable energy integration, low-carbon mobility, smart grids, and cross-sector collaboration.

The competition is open to research postgraduates based at universities and research institutes in Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, Mainland China, South Korea, and Taiwan.

“At Arup, we are dedicated to reimagining and reshaping the built environment. The Arup Research Competition represents our ongoing commitment to sustainable development through research and innovation. By engaging young researchers, we aim to accelerate the transition to sustainable urban futures.” said Dr Ricky Tsui, Director of Research and Development, East Asia.

“Transitioning from fossil fuels and transforming our energy systems are critical to achieving a net-zero future. By encouraging forward-thinking research, we can unlock scalable solutions to accelerate sustainable energy transitions in cities.” said Peter Thompson, Director and East Asia Energy Business Leader.

Through this competition, Arup seeks fresh perspectives and innovative thinking from the next generation of researchers, aiming to foster cutting-edge ideas that can be translated into actionable solutions for cities in transition.

Applications are open until 31 October 2025.