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'Global North owes $170 trillion for excessive CO2 emissions'

Published
5 June 2023
Categories
Society & Politics
Environment

Industrialised nations responsible for excessive levels of CO2 emissions could be liable for $170 trillion in compensation by 2050 to ensure climate change targets are met, say researchers.

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‘No time for complacency’ with COVID-19

Published
26 May 2023
Categories
Coronavirus

Senior health experts have warned European governments and institutions against complacency in their ongoing response to COVID-19.

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Accelerated melting of glaciers in Greenland

Published
26 May 2023
Categories
Science
Environment
Research

A study has found widespread mass loss of glaciers and ice caps in Greenland since the start of the 20th century. 

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Scientist recognised for research into Congo peatlands

Published
17 May 2023
Categories
Environment
Science
Research

A researcher who exposed the threat that climate change poses to tropical forests in Africa has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society, one of the highest accolades in science.

Dr Martin Stow stood in the University of Leeds

New role to build on Leeds' business impact

Published
16 May 2023
Categories
Working with business
University

Dr Martin Stow has been appointed to the new position of Pro Vice-Chancellor for Business Engagement and Enterprise at the University of Leeds.