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Cutting greenhouse gases will reduce number of deaths from poor air quality
Up to 250,000 deaths from poor air quality could be prevented annually in central and western Europe by 2050 if greenhouse gas emissions are drastically reduced, say researchers.
Exciting collaboration with Bradford 2025 sustainability partner
The innovative partnership will explore the tracking and reporting of carbon emissions linked to the year-long festival.
Rainfall triggers extreme humid heat in tropics and subtropics
Scientists believe they have found a way to improve warning systems for vulnerable communities threatened by humid heatwaves, which are on the rise due to climate change and can damage human health.
Pioneering urban models to create resilient cities
Researchers at the University of Leeds use computer models to understand the complicated reality of urban life – cities, transport, and social behaviour – to co-design sustainable futures.
Enhancing weather warnings in Ghana
The University of Leeds is collaborating with institutions in Ghana to combat climate challenges and nurture the next generation of scientists.