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Energy switching decisions could widen social inequalities

New research has found that new energy tariffs designed for a low carbon future could leave people on bad deals even worse off

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Top 20

in the world for Geology and Geophysics

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021

90%

of our research is

'world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent' REF 2014

24th

in the world for Atmospheric Science

ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020

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Student using a microscope in the school of Earth and Environment Undergraduate degrees

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Research and innovation

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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Fish on sea floor

Seafloor nutrient vital in global food chain

Eroded seabed rocks are providing an essential source of nutrition for…

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Basalt

New basalt type discovered beneath the ocean

Anew type of rock created during large and exceptionally hot volcanic…

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A lightning bolt in a purplish sky

Lightning strikes played vital role in origins of life on Earth

Lightning strikes were just as important as meteorites in creating the…

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Women of Achievement 2021

Three academics from across the Faculty of Environment were this week…

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Postgraduate Virtual Open Days

Join us from 12-17 April for our Postgraduate Virtual Open Days.

Monday 12 April 2021 - Saturday 17 April 2021

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Schools outreach

We deliver events and activities to showcase this fascinating subject area to students at schools and colleges across the UK.

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Online study

Explore the relationships between people and nature, and the challenging and difficult decisions we face when managing natural resources, through this flexible program of online courses.

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Recruit our students

We provide businesses with access to our talented students through a free end-to-end, managed recruitment service.

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Equality and inclusion

The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.

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