School of Earth and Environment
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We are a major international powerhouse for environmental research that has wide-ranging and positive impacts on the world that we live in. Our research is carried out within five institutes which represent our core research areas, but much of our work is cross-cutting, tackling complex global challenges.
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New research suggests wildlife cannot flourish in small isolated reserves
Small pockets of protected areas, separated by inhospitable farmlands, are…
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Safe and sustainable fishing in West Africa
How can communities adapt to extreme weather events whilst safely sourcing…
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Unchecked carbon emissions could double heat-related child deaths by 2050
Scientists led by the University of Leeds have estimated the impact of…
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UK can halve its energy demand by 2050
New research shows that the UK can dramatically reduce its energy demand to…
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Global weather research recognised by Queen's award
A Queen's Anniversary Prize - the UK’s highest accolade for universities and colleges - has been awarded to the University of Leeds for research into tropical weather systems and climate science.