Sustainability Research Themes
Working together to tackle a global emergency
How does does human activity affect the environment?Earth's resources are limited, what happens when they run out?
Universities can help answer these questions through research into areas such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, developing resilience and living with the impacts of climate change, green chemistry, the circular economy, climate driven inequalities, migration, flooding & water management, feeding the world’s growing population, habitability and long-term thinking in business and politics.
Planetary Challenges & Resilience
Tackling the global challenges impacting our planet, including climate change, sustainability and pollution.
Environmental Humanities
Exploring the relationship between arts and culture and the environment.
Complex Environmental Systems
Spanning Life and Environmental Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts.
Sustainable Societies & Innovation
How can modern societies protect the planet and ensure a good quality of life for future generations?
Sustainable Materials
The need for materials that are renewable, recyclable or biodegradable has never been greater. How can we produce materials in ways that have minimal impact on the environment?