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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.
Funding agreed for cutting-edge experimental rail facility
The Government has today confirmed funding to create one of the most advanced conventional and high speed rail research facilities in the world, in Leeds.
Are edible insects the key to the global food crisis?
Edible insects could be a key ingredient to avoiding a global food crisis, according to a new report, but there are significant barriers to overcome before they are part of the mainstream.
New home for University’s climate research
The Priestley Building will provide a base on the University's main campus for leading climate-related research.
Leading the way towards greener city transport choices
Research led by the Institute for Transport Studies, has been included as a policy recommendation to world governments following the international meeting of the UN-Habitat Assembly.