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Rudra V Kapila
Energy Boffin
Interdisciplinary Researcher
Interdisciplinary Researcher
University of Edinburgh
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I'm currently based at the School of GeoSciences, University of Edinburgh. My PhD explores the feasibility of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology in emerging economies, BRICS in particular. CCS may reduce the impacts of greenhouse gas emissions on climate and ocean acidification. The central focus of my research was to see how CCS might have a role within the energy system of India, which is facing increasing pressure due to development needs.
As an interdisciplinary researcher, my interests lie in the interface between applied science, technology and policy. My research expertise is coupled with a secondment to the Scottish Parliament, working on marine energy technologies. Further experience is at international level, as an observer at various UNFCCC COP/MOP sessions, (assisting negotiations when given the chance!).
I hold an MSc in Environmental Chemistry from Imperial College London (2003), and a BSc with Honours in Environmental Sciences from the University of Edinburgh (2002). I worked for the UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC) at Oxford University from 2005-2007.
Interests
Energy technology development & deployment; International Energy & Environmental Law; Climate Change & Energy Security; Global Climate Goverenance.
| Current Institution | University of Edinburgh |
| Current School | College of Science and Engineering |
| Department | School of GeoSciences |
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| Current and Past Advisor(s) | Prof. Stuart Haszeldine, Prof. Jon Gibbins, Prof. Nigel Bell, Prof. John Grace |
| Address | University of Edinburgh, Grant Institute, Kings Buildings, West Mains Rd. Edinburgh Edinburgh EH9 3JW United Kingdom Phone: (+44) 0131 650 5936 |
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Education
University of Edinburgh
College of Science & Engineering
BSc Honours
(1999 - 2002)
Imperial College London
Royal School of Mines
MSc Environmental Technology
(2002 - 2003)
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Publication Summary
Kapila, R.V., Chalmers, H., Haszeldine, R.S. & Leach, M. (2011) "What are the prospects for CCS in India?: Results from an expert stakeholder survey.” Energy Procedia Vol. 4, pp. 6280-6287. (Peer reviewed conference proceedings of the International Energy Agency’s Greenhouse Gas R&D programme.)
Kapila, R.V. & Gibbins, J. (2010) "Getting India ready for carbon capture and storage" Energy Manager. (Quarterly magazine for the Society of energy engineers and managers of India.)
Kapila, R.V. (2010) Book review: “Caching the Carbon: the politics and policy of Carbon Capture and Storage.” Climate Law. (Book review for a peer-reviewed journal on climate change and the law.)
Kapila, R.V., Chalmers, H. & Leach, M. (2009) “Investigating the prospects for Carbon Capture and Storage technology in India.” (Peer reviewed consultancy report commissioned by Christian Aid; used as a basis for policy briefing/lobbying.)
Kapila, R.V. & Haszeldine, R.S. (2009) “Opportunities in India for Carbon Capture and Storage as a form of climate change mitigation” Energy Procedia Vol. 1, pp. 4527-4534. (Peer reviewed conference proceedings of the International Energy Agency’s Greenhouse Gas R&D programme.)
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