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The overlooked but essential processes in carbon preservation

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Researchers have created a new model to understand how carbon is preserved under the ocean floor. The cycles of carbon on Earth, the formation of oil and gas in sediments and the Earth’s climate are all influenced by organic carbon preservation in marine sediments. Organic carbon tends to be degraded in different environments but is...

Visiting experts join the Priestley Centre community

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Five experts from beyond the University of Leeds have joined the Priestley Centre to share their knowledge and experience in driving climate action. The new visitor programme recognises individuals who contribute to the mission of the Priestley Centre through insight, advice and collaboration. Made up of one Visiting Professor and four Visiting Fellows, these five...

The National Alternative Protein Innovation Centre (NAPIC) Official Launch

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On Friday 29th November, the National Alternative Protein Innovation Centre (NAPIC) celebrated its highly anticipated formal launch at the University of Leeds. With over 250 registered delegates spanning academia, industry, investors, funders, and policymakers, the event signalled the beginning of an ambitious mission to transform the alternative protein landscape and contribute to a more sustainable...

Switching planes for trains to decarbonise holidays

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Up to 41% of Britons holidaying abroad could travel by rail instead of air to cut down on carbon emissions, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Leeds. The team at the Institute for Transport Studies analysed data from the Civil Aviation Authority to build up a picture of the number of passengers,...

New centre for next generation of climate risk researchers

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A new multidisciplinary centre will train new postgraduate researchers to tackle the uncertainty of the impacts of climate change. Students enrolled at UNRISK: understanding uncertainty to reduce climate risks will be equipped with knowledge and skills across climate science, data science and industry to identify and reduce the risks of rapid climate change. The new...