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Harmful emissions from the industrial sector could be reduced by up to 85% across the world, according to new research. The sector, which includes iron and steel, chemicals, cement, and food and drink, emits around a quarter of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions – planet-warming gases that result in climate change and extreme weather. This...
Every school and college in England will have free access to expert support to become greener and more climate resilient in a national scheme backed by £2m of government funding. Run by a consortium of universities including the University of Leeds, the project will mean 30,000 education settings will get help in producing unique climate...
Farmers in sub-Saharan Africa need to diversify away from growing maize and switch to crops that are resilient to climate change and supply key micronutrients for the population, say researchers. Maize is a staple crop across the region where it is grown and consumed in vast quantities. Led by Dr Stewart Jennings from the University of Leeds, the study...
Two new Deputy Directors have been appointed to drive forward the newly named Priestley Centre for Climate Futures. Professor Suraje Dessai and Dr Harriet Thew will join the leadership team in early 2024. The Priestley Centre has recently announced an expanded remit, taking its activities beyond research, to include innovation, knowledge exchange and collaboration on...
Climate change is pushing the world towards a series of “tipping points” which will see rapid and irreversible change across the natural and social worlds, say a group of leading experts. A tipping point occurs when a small change triggers an often rapid and irreversible transformation, and the effects can be positive or negative. Before a...