Three reasons concrete doesn't live up to its environmental claims

Despite being a major contributor of global carbon emissions, concrete remains a popular construction material. Research suggests this needs to change.

Alice Moncaster, Senior Lecturer in Engineering, The Open University • conversation
July 29, 2022 ~7 min

If we want to build truly sustainable cities, we need to think about how women use energy and space

My research shows how urban design can make it harder for women in some countries to make sustainable choices.

Rihab Khalid, Research Fellow in Sustainable Energy Consumption, University of Cambridge • conversation
July 8, 2022 ~8 min


Here are the most effective things you can do to fight climate change

Our research shows the best changes individuals can make to cut carbon emissions and reduce the effects of climate change.

Max Callaghan, Postdoctoral Researcher in Climate Change, University of Leeds • conversation
July 1, 2022 ~6 min

Feeding insects to cattle could make meat and milk production more sustainable

Feeding insects instead of grain to animals is an inexpensive, sustainable way to increase the world food supply. An animal scientist explains what’s involved in developing insect feed for cattle.

Merritt Drewery, Assistant Professor of Animal Science, Texas State University • conversation
June 28, 2022 ~8 min

Love Island and eBay: how the reality show could model a radically sustainable future for its young viewers

Sustainable fashion collaborations show that living an eco-friendly life can be fun - here’s how popular shows can help dismantle consumerism altogether.

Katy Wheeler, Senior Lecturer in Sociology, University of Essex • conversation
June 21, 2022 ~8 min

Greenwashing: how ads get you to think brands are greener than they are – and how to avoid falling for it

Ads use music, colour and emotion to stress the sustainability of what they’re selling: even when the reality isn’t as attractive.

Zahra Golrokhi, Lecturer in Engineering, The Open University • conversation
June 20, 2022 ~8 min

How a sustainability index can keep Exxon but drop Tesla – and 3 ways to fix ESG ratings to meet investors' expectations

Sustainable investing’s credibility took a hit when the S&P 500 ESG index dropped the electric vehicle-maker but kept the oil giant. The SEC is now considering new disclosure rules.

Tom Lyon, Professor of Sustainable Science, Technology and Commerce and Business Economics, University of Michigan • conversation
May 24, 2022 ~8 min

How children are helping to make their families more eco-friendly – new research

In a process called ‘reverse socialisation’, children can help their elders become more green - but eco education is key.

Shaheen Hosany, Lecturer in Marketing, Royal Holloway University of London • conversation
May 20, 2022 ~6 min


Allowing E15 fuel year-round won't increase sales very much, but it's a symbolic victory for corn ethanol advocates

Allowing the sale of gasoline that’s 15% ethanol year-round won’t have much impact on gas prices, but recent research shows that growing corn for fuel affects the climate – for the worse.

Aaron Smith, Professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of California, Davis • conversation
May 5, 2022 ~9 min

How Studio Ghibli films can help us rediscover the childlike wonder of our connection with nature

Films like Princess Mononoke, My Neighbour Totoro and Nausicaä created by Hayao Miyazaki explore the perils of neglecting nature.

Yuan Pan, Lecturer in Environmental Management, University of Reading • conversation
April 29, 2022 ~6 min

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