Hard and fast emission cuts will slow warming sooner than expected
A new study shows that strong and rapid action to cut emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases will help to slow down the rate of global warming over the next 20 years.
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Universities unite over global climate challenges
A global coalition of leading climate research universities has urged world leaders to act now to avoid catastrophic environmental consequences.
Space research aims to boost Yorkshire economy
The University is to help spearhead a national programme of technological revolution backed by the UK Space Agency.
Circular economy to drive UK sustainability
The University of Leeds has secured funding to help two large industrial sectors make the transition to a greener, more sustainable future where they reduce waste, energy and pollution.
Past is key to predicting future climate
According to a new study, including paleoclimate data in the development of climate models could help scientists predict scenarios for future climate and propose strategies for mitigation.
3D printing the first ever biomimetic tongue surface
Scientists have created synthetic soft surfaces with tongue-like textures for the first time using 3D printing.
New Deputy Vice-Chancellor to head research and innovation
The University has appointed Professor Nick Plant as its new Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation.
Meltwater lakes are accelerating glacier ice loss
Meltwater lakes that form at glacier margins cause ice to recede much further and faster compared to glaciers that terminate on land, according to a new study.
Working together to stay safe
A message from Leeds’ higher education leaders, students’ union leaders and the city council:
Ice sheets could add 39 centimetres to sea level by 2100
Scientists warn that if greenhouse gas emissions continue apace, Greenland and Antarctica’s ice sheets could together contribute more than 39cm to global sea level rise this century.