Deputy Editor, Current± Octopus Energy has launched an entech-led research organisation dubbed the Octopus Centre for Net Zero (OCNZ) to help create a tech-enabled green energy system. The London-based research centre will bring together energy tech data, economic analysis and behavioural insights to create tools for policy makers and business leaders to accelerate the uptake of clean energy technologies, the company said. A multi-disciplined team will be brought together at the centre, with specialities including data science, econometrics, behavioural science and climate policy, lead by the OCNZ’s new CEO Lucy Yu. She has 15 years of business leadership experience in building tech companies, as well as advising governments and international organisations on policy issues.