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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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Experts champion geothermal energy as key to cheaper, more stable future
Academics have highlighted how geothermal energy can help break the link…
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Met Office Academic Partnership expands with new joint roles
The four joint Leeds-Met Office appointees will provide new leadership within…
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Warning over air quality improvement slowdown
China’s air quality improvement has slowed dramatically over the past five…
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Professor Benjamin Mills wins Blavatnik Young Scientist award
Professor Mills has been recognised as the 2025 Blavatnik Awards for Young…
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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.