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We are a world-leading climate centre based at the University of Leeds. From local to global, we ensure that climate action is informed by the latest research, collaborating with organisations and individuals to transform our expertise into real-world impact.
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Hedgerows increase soil carbon storage by 40%
Planting hedgerows increases soil carbon storage by almost half compared to nearby grassland – no matter where they are in the country – says new research. A team led by scientists from the University of Leeds analysed soil samples from nine farms across five locations in Yorkshire, Cumbria and West Sussex, to find out how...
True scope of Nord Stream pipeline leak revealed
A major leak of a greenhouse gas from the Nord Stream pipeline was far more significant than first realised, according to new research involving scientists from the University of Leeds. An international team of 67 researchers, including four from Leeds’ School of Earth and Environment, has now revealed the true scope of the leak in 2022...
Animated film explores sustainable futures
The award-winning documentary short by David Bunting and James McKay explores whether everyone can live well without harming the environment. It reveals how hope and creativity can inspire change. No One is an Island is currently screening in film festivals worldwide. It was awarded the Gabriel Figueroa Special Award at the Wildlife Conservation Film Festival in...
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What now? Climate leadership after COP29
Richard Beardsworth from POLIS at the University of Leeds continues a discussion on climate leadership, this time focusing on post-COP29 outcomes The immediate outcomes of...
Attending COP online: A Delegate's Perspective
The number of attendees at COP climate summits has surged dramatically in recent years. COP26 in Glasgow attracted nearly 40,000 participants, COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh...
Advancing cultural heritage governance for climate change adaptation
Despite global commitments like the Paris Agreement and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), progress towards necessary climate action has been inadequate in terms of speed, scale, and...