The Supergen programme was set up in 2001 by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to deliver sustained and coordinated research on Sustainable PowER GENeration and supply. The programme focused on several key research areas, including bioenergy; energy networks; energy storage; fuel cells; hydrogen and other vectors; marine, wave and tidal; solar technology; and wind power.
For phase four of the programme, the Supergen Wind and Supergen Marine Hubs were combined into one Offshore Renewable Energy Hub, following consultation with the wider research community and EPSRC. The Supergen Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Hub builds on the work of the former Hubs, and looks at synergies between offshore wind, wave and tidal technologies as well as building on current research in each area.
Activities
Annual Assembly – Registration now open
Wednesday 22 April 2026, University of Warwick
For all of those working in the offshore renewable energy sector, join the Supergen ORE Hub Assembly to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of offshore wind, wave, and tidal energy. The Assembly connects industry, academia and policymakers to delve into the latest sector developments through research presentations, panel discussions and networking sessions.
Find out more and register your free place.
Early Career Forum – Registration now open
Tuesday 21 April 2026, University of Warwick
Designed for those early in their careers in offshore renewable energy, this forum offers opportunities to connect with peers, develop key skills, and take part in panel discussions.
Find out more and register your free place.
Upcoming webinars:
Co-Locating Wave and Offshore Wind: Synergies and Opportunities
With Wave Energy Scotland and the University of Strathclyde
Thursday 29 January 2026, 13.00 – 14.00
Future Horizons for Marine Energy: Leveraging Research to Scale and Sustain
With EMEC
Tuesday 24 February 2026, 13.00 – 14.00
Masterclasses – registration open for the first of the Masterclasses this year
Environmental Contours and Extreme Value Analysis
Thursday 14 May – Friday 15 May 2026 | Penryn Campus, University of Exeter
Masterclass on Virtual Prototyping of Offshore Renewable Energy Technologies
Wednesday 29 April – Thursday 30 April | National Decommissioning Centre, University of Aberdeen
Details
£500/day in-person and practical courses
The series continues from April 2027 at leading research centres across the UK.
These sessions are part of our wider 10-part Masterclass Series. The details of the full series are here.
