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Professor Hai-Sui Yu and Professor Thomas Hirth sitting at a desk, wearing suits, each signing a contract. The Union Jack and the German Flag are in small flag holders on the table.

European partnerships tackle global challenges

Higher education providers across Europe are joining forces to tackle global challenges.

A cardboard sign with 'Planet over Profit' painted on it.

Can degrowth affect climate change?

A new study explores whether reducing production and consumption growth could significantly contribute to resolving the climate crisis.

The icy landscape of Greenland with a low sun. Someone stands on the snow, holding a stick high in the air as if to put it through the ice.

Collaborating with Indigenous communities on climate science

New research into climate change will focus on the lived experience of Indigenous communities in the Arctic.

Blue background. Right: colourful illustration of food in a small compost bin. There's a worm in the centre. Text reads: Food Waste Action Week, 18th-24th March.

AI-optimisation, composting and policy change to reduce food waste

One-third of all food across the world is wasted. Food waste contributes to climate change, greenhouse gas emissions and the misuse of land, energy and water.

A large group of researchers including delegates from southern and eastern Africa, standing together in the Global Food and Environment Institute at Leeds.

Exploring African food challenges

Partners from across Africa gathered in Leeds for a week of research dedicated to tackling challenges in food systems and supply chains.

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