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Supporting Clean Air at Leeds
This Clean Air Day, we are celebrating the innovative research to support cleaner air in the Faculty of Environment and beyond.
Greenhouse gas emissions at ‘an all-time high’, warn scientists
Human-caused global warming has continued to increase at an “unprecedented rate” since the last major assessment of the climate system published two years ago, say 50 leading scientists.
'Global North owes $170 trillion for excessive CO2 emissions'
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.
Accelerated melting of glaciers in Greenland
A study has found widespread mass loss of glaciers and ice caps in Greenland since the start of the 20th century.
“We’re doing everything we can” and other excuses not to act on climate change
Research uncovers over fifty-five commonly used justifications by high energy consumers not to change their lifestyles.