Budgeting for our future climate
A new framework provides a robust scientific tool for researchers, policymakers and industry to calculate remaining global carbon budgets.
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Fossil fuels offer a poor return on energy investment
An evaluation of the global energy return on investment for fossil fuels and renewable sources reveals a much more level playing field than previously believed.
Honorary Degrees 2019
Leading figures from the worlds of science, the arts and industry will be the recipients of honorary degrees from the University of Leeds next month.
Leeds to be home of UK’s first Centre for Cultural Value
Why do arts and culture matter? What difference do they make to people’s lives? How do we know what difference they make to individuals and communities?
Research Spotlight - May 2019
May's round-up of some of the latest research and education stories from the University.
Northern universities to tackle transport emissions
Leeds scientists are leading a research network of northern universities to find new ways to rapidly decarbonise UK transport.
Future leaders to deliver global impact
Three University of Leeds researchers have received a prestigious fellowship aimed at tackling global challenges.
Crowdfunding’s untapped public sector potential
Investment-based crowdfunding can provide local authorities with a competitively-priced source of capital and increased levels of civic engagement, a new report argues.
High levels of pharmaceuticals in the Humber estuary
Analysis of water samples from the UK’s Humber estuary revealed high levels of pharmaceuticals, with ibuprofen found at some of the highest concentrations ever reported across the globe.
New report plans a roadmap to a lower carbon city
A new report sets out how Leeds could become a carbon neutral city by 2050 – and potentially by 2030.