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AI-optimisation, composting and policy change to reduce food waste
One-third of all food across the world is wasted. Food waste contributes to climate change, greenhouse gas emissions and the misuse of land, energy and water.
Exploring African food challenges
Partners from across Africa gathered in Leeds for a week of research dedicated to tackling challenges in food systems and supply chains.
Professor Louise Waite advises the House of Lords on the Modern Slavery Act
LSSI Director and Human Geography Professor Louise Waite has given evidence to the House of Lords Modern Slavery Act 2015 Committee, outlining the conflation of modern slavery and immigration.
Next generation of trees threatened 30 years after logging
Rainforest seedlings are more likely to survive in natural forests than in places where logging has happened – even if tree restoration projects have taken place, says new research.
Postgraduate SEE student is honoured by the British Council for his work with indigenous communities
Current MSc Environment and Development student, Vaibhav Sonone, has been honoured as a finalist at the India UK Achievers Award 2024 (NISAU) in the category of Society and Policy.