Humans have been altering nature for thousands of years – to shape a sustainable future, it’s important to understand that deep history

Understanding how humans came to exert such enormous pressure on Earth’s ecosystems can inform more sustainable ways of living.

Todd Braje, Executive Director, Museum of Natural and Cultural History, University of Oregon • conversation
May 16, 2024 ~8 min

Water cremation: sustainable body disposal is coming to Scotland – here are the benefits

Also known as alkaline hydrolysis or aquamation, the process is much better for the environment than burial or cremation.

Georgina Robinson, Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Theology and Religion, Durham University • conversation
May 8, 2024 ~7 min


Hemp is more sustainable than timber – here’s how it could transform low-carbon construction

A hemp renaissance could transform the construction industry – this fast-growing crop sequesters or stores carbon and has multiple environmental benefits and practical applications.

Bernardino D'Amico, Associate Professor, School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment, Edinburgh Napier University • conversation
May 1, 2024 ~8 min

E-bike incentives are a costly way to cut carbon emissions, but they also promote health, equity and cleaner air

Many incentive programs promote e-bike use, but they aren’t necessarily targeting the right people for the right reasons.

Luke Jones, Professor of Economics, Valdosta State University • conversation
Feb. 27, 2024 ~9 min

What ancient farmers can really teach us about adapting to climate change – and how political power influences success or failure

Agricultural sustainability is as much about power and sovereignty as it is about soil, water and crops.

Chelsea Fisher, Assistant Professor of Anthropology, University of South Carolina • conversation
Feb. 26, 2024 ~11 min

How to buy sustainable salmon: an expert guide to navigating the nuance of eco-labels

Knowing which fish to buy can be confusing, but certain eco-labels can help decipher whether wild-caught, farmed or organic salmon is best for the environment.

Natasha Lutz, PhD in Disturbance Ecology and Machine Learning, University of Oxford • conversation
Feb. 12, 2024 ~8 min

E-bikes are freewheeling through rain and over hills, with huge promise for sustainable transport in rural tourist areas

Research shows that rain and hilly terrain doesn’t put people off e-bikes.

Ian Philips, Senior Research Fellow, Institute for Transport Studies, University of Leeds • conversation
Feb. 6, 2024 ~7 min

Eight things grassroots football clubs can do to reach net zero

By inspiring collective action, amateur football clubs can drive positive behaviour change and embed sustainability tactics in grassroots sport.

Mark Charlton, Net Zero Research Theme Director, De Montfort University • conversation
Feb. 2, 2024 ~7 min


Green Football Weekend: eight things grassroots clubs can do to reach net zero

By inspiring collective action, amateur football clubs can drive positive behaviour change and embed sustainability tactics in grassroots sport.

Mark Charlton, Net Zero Research Theme Director, De Montfort University • conversation
Feb. 2, 2024 ~7 min

Migrants can be a transformative force for sustainable development

Migration is considered an inevitable effect of climate change. It could also be part of the solution.

William C. Clark, Professor of International Science, Public Policy and Human Development, Harvard University • conversation
Jan. 18, 2024 ~8 min

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