🌋 New international report reveals the unprecedented impact of the Hunga eruption, an underwater volcano that erupted in 2022. Priestley members were at the heart of this effort to understand the climate impact of this water-rich eruption. Read the findings here: climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/interna...

Professor Suraje Dessai, Principal Fellow at Priestley, has been appointed to the European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change. Suraje is one of the 15 independent senior scientific experts appointed to the board climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/suraje-...

Priestley member Dr Megan Klaar is highlighted in this @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social article discussing Yorkshire’s extreme 2025 rainfall. Klaar explains climate change’s impact on water resilience, infrastructure stress, & the need for adaptive water management strategies. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

🎉 The University of Leeds & Priestley Centre won Outstanding Innovation in Conferences for the 2025 Scenarios Forum! 🌱 The event was a Sustainable Conference Living Lab with vegetarian menus, low-carbon travel & inclusive hybrid options. Learn more: climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/univers...

Some weekend listening for you as Priestley member, Prof Amanda Maycock, recently joined Brian Cox and Robin Ince on The Infinite Monkey Cage to discuss all things clouds – how they form, their shapes & how to keep track of them! Listen here: tinyurl.com/4a46b3ah #Clouds #InfiniteMonkeyCage

The Paris Agreement turns 10 today. As Prof. Piers Forster writes in Climate Home News, it steered us away from 4°C, but 1.5°C is now reality. The next decade must protect science, stop leaning on the “net” in net zero, and phase out fossil fuels. ➡️ www.climatechangenews.com/2025/12/12/w...

🏔️ Priestley members have ventured to some of the planet’s most extreme environments, such as Mount Everest, to understand the risks of glacial melt and uncover how we can slow it down. Listen to the researchers discuss their findings in this impactful podcast: open.spotify.com/episode/4eS7...

🚗 Are electric vehicles a greater risk to pedestrians than petrol or diesel cars? New research says no. A study led by Priestley member Professor @ziawadud.bsky.social has found that EVs are just as safe for pedestrians as petrol or diesel cars. climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/evs-jus...

COP - a failing approach in need of radical change? 🌎 Professor Jan Selby writes how COP30 in Belém promised ambition and inclusivity, yet like COP29 in Baku, it ended in disappointment. What do you think about COP? Let us know in the comments! climate.leeds.ac.uk/a-tale-of-tw...

COP30 in Belém was billed as 'the COP of implementation'; a moment to turn promises into action. Priestley member and COP30 delegate Jyoti Narsude shares her thoughts on the reality. climate.leeds.ac.uk/does-cop-imp...

Uni of Leeds received the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education for 150 years of textile research! Priestley members are leading sustainability breakthroughs: ✅SwitchDye spin-out: cutting chemicals in polyester dye ✅Research on clothing durability to reduce waste climate.leeds.ac.uk/universitys-...

COP30 in Belém began with optimism but ended with mixed results. In her latest blog, Catriona Flesher, PhD researcher in Loss and Damage, explores what #COP30 tells us about the evolving role of the UNFCCC climate.leeds.ac.uk/hope-and-har...

New research shows cutting energy demand could be the cheapest, fastest route to net zero. Priestley members & partners demonstrate how changes in travel, heating, & consumption can cut emissions, save money, & improve lives - challenging current UK energy policy. climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/cutting...

Despite #COP30 coming to a close, the work of our Leeds delegates continues. Food systems have been a hot topic at this year's COP, and Oscar Abel Sánchez-Velázquez has written an article explaining why. climate.leeds.ac.uk/how-can-our-...

We’ve been busy at #COP30 in Belém! 🌍 From carbon budgets to climate-resilient food systems, the University of Leeds team has been everywhere. Here’s what we’ve been up to 👇 (1/6)

Fantastic to see Dominick Spracklen and his team involved in this report presented at COP30 yesterday. Leeds research on tropical forests and local climate is contributing to the crucial discussion about how forests are integral a vital support system for agriculture. www.fao.org/newsroom/det...

Watch this interview with Oscar Sánchez Velázquez, a PhD researcher who is part of the University's #COP30 delegation. Based in the University of Leeds School of Food Science and Nutrition, Oscar's area of work focuses on sustainable food systems. youtu.be/4Kp-dWmIHps?...

Read our new #COP30 blog by Dr Ruth Wade & Profs Guy Ziv and Pippa Chapman: 'Farming in an unpredictable climate'. They explore the impact of climate change on UK farming and how farmers might mitigate and adapt by using regenerative agriculture practices. Read blog: medium.com/globalfoodle...

#COP30 enters its final stretch in Belém: ministers focus on finance, fossil fuel phase-out, and real-world delivery. Key outcomes so far: clean energy investment, sustainable fuels plan, adaptation funding. Follow updates: unfccc.int/cop30/meetin... #COP30 #ClimateAction

Our director Piers Forster has written an article for @theconversation.com on 'The fast-fix for global warming that the UN climate summit can’t ignore'. Written at COP30, the piece exposes how attitudes toward short-lived climate pollutants need to change theconversation.com/the-fast-fix...

Food drives climate change—and suffers from it. Nearly 1/3 of emissions come from food systems, now hit by floods, droughts & heatwaves. At #COP30, transforming them is central to climate action. Read Dr Rosario Michel-Villarreal’s article: climate.leeds.ac.uk/why-food-lie... #FoodSystems #COP30

Day 10 at #COP30. Today is about food, agriculture, and equity at their roots​. Piers is speaking at a session on innovations for carbon neutrality and energy system transformation. Matthaeus will be on a panel discussing building youth alliance across Africa, Latin America, Europe and Asia.

Priestley member, Prof Simon Lewis, features in The Guardian, discussing the Congo Basin and how it is one of the world’s most vital carbon sinks, but it is losing out when it comes to climate policy and funding www.theguardian.com/environment/... #COP30 #tropicalrainforests #CongoBasin

#COP30 Leeds delegate Isidora Xenaki discusses wildfires, their impact, and why they need to be discussed at COP30 in this article written for the Priestley Centre's website 🔥 climate.leeds.ac.uk/moving-from-...

Isidora Xenaki, a visiting researching assistant at the University of Leeds, explains her interest in the impact of elevated heat and droughts on wildfire regimes. Watch to learn about her research and why she is eager for wildfires to be part of the conversation at #COP30 youtu.be/YrBFijKmhec?...

Keep hearing about COP (Conference of the Parties) but not sure what it is? In this video, Dr Nicole Nisbett explains what COP is and why it's important ➡️ youtu.be/qVFODdvHX0E?... #COP30 #WhatisCOP

Day 9 at #COP30 Today's focus continues on from yesterday, which is to elevate both planetary and community stewardship, showcasing inclusive, grounded, and nature-aligned solutions. 🌎 Check out the graphic below to see how Leeds is involved today ⬇️

🌊 Day 8 of #COP30 focuses on oceans. Prof. Viktoria Spaiser explains why Earth System Tipping Points — like coral reef die-off — must be on the agenda. Watch her insights and hopes for COP30 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=gk0T... #ClimateAction #GlobalTippingPoints

We are delighted to announce the formation of The Ecological Law and Justice Group. The Group provides a focal point for the School's outstanding research and teaching in areas related to the environment. For more about their ambitions, experts, and how to get involved 👇 tinyurl.com/bdhkh7av

Day 8 of #COP30 The conference continues into week 2, with a focus on forests, oceans, biodiversity, SMEs, Indigenous peoples, local and traditional communities, children and youth - highlighting inclusive, grounded and nature-aligned climate solutions. ➡️ Stay tuned for more updates.

🌍Week One at COP30: Leeds delegate Jyoti Narsude shares her reflections. There’s progress on climate finance, forests & Indigenous rights, but pledges still fall short of Paris Agreement goals. The challenge - to turn progress into real implementation. Read more ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/cop30-first-...

Thanks to @susanannsamuel.bsky.social for the @cop30brazil.bsky.social photos! Susan spoke on a panel yesterday at the '𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧' event, about her experiences as the Uni of Leeds UNFCCC Taskforce student rep. #COP30 #youthvoices

Day 5 of #COP30 🌎 Part 1 Today’s aim: Systems transformation to support the global push to triple renewable energy, double energy efficiency, and transition away from fossil fuels in a just, orderly, and equitable manner. Its a busy day for our delegates, with our members involved in six sessions!

Day 4 at #COP30 🌍 Ahead of today's side events our delegates are involved in, Ruth Smith has written a blog on how farmer-led research can drive just rural transitions. 🔗 Read here: climate.leeds.ac.uk/bridging-the... #FoodSystems #ClimateAction #COP30

Day 4 of #COP30 The conference continues to focus on equity and moral responsibility in climate governance, and Leeds’ contributions to food systems transformation and youth engagement take a spotlight. ➡️ Stay tuned for more updates. #FoodSystems #ClimateAction #UniversityOfLeeds

Day 3 at #COP30 🌍 Focus: equity and moral responsibility in climate governance. We spoke with Leeds delegate Sajid Siraj on trade-offs in climate decision-making and his hopes for COP30. 🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/F0409G4ck8c #DecisionSciences

We're looking forward to tomorrow's COP30 event on farmer-led research for climate-resilient food systems. Our director Piers Forster will speak on Leeds’ role in food systems transformation, & the panel will discuss a project led by Clim-Eat & Leeds delegate Ruth Smith clim-eat.org/new-project-...

Day 3 at #COP30 🌍 Focus: equity and moral responsibility in climate governance. Our Leeds delegate speaking today is Matthaeus Menezes Assef. Matthaeus is on the panel discussing financial architecture reforms to keep under 1.5°C. 📍 Room 7 | 11:30 Brazil time ➡️ Stay tuned for more updates!

Professor Piers Forster, Director of the Priestley Centre, spoke in the plenary session at Earth Information Day at #COP30 yesterday - if you missed it, you can watch it here! unfccc.int/event/earth-...

Key topics discussed in #COP30 today include technology & bioeconomy. Integral to these discussions is this year's Climate Technology Progress Report. We spoke with one of its contributors, Priestley member Daya Pandey, to learn why this report is so important climate.leeds.ac.uk/daya-pandey-...

Day 2 at #COP30 🌍 Focus remains on building climate readiness and resilience across all systems and regions. Our Leeds delegate speaking today is Prof. Steve Arnold in a session on black carbon & methane impacts in the Arctic. 📍 Cryosphere Pavilion, 14.00 Brazil time ➡️ Stay tuned for updates!

It is day one of #COP30. 🌎 World leaders are now gathered in Belem, Brazil, and amongst them are 18 members of the University of Leeds. Piers, our director, will be chairing a panel and then delivering a presentation to global leaders on observations related to global climate change for Earth Day.

In an insightful and direct article, decision-making expert Sajid Siraj pinpoints the ever-present motives of nations that may hinder climate action at #COP30 Get the full story ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop... COP30 is only a few days away, so stay tuned into our channels for daily updates.

Deforestation is leading to temperature increases of up to 5°C in some tropical regions, according to data revealed in a new interactive map Released just before #COP30, the map uses the work of Priestley members @drcarlyreddington.bsky.social & Dominick Spracklen climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/ahead-o...

Dr Rob Lawlor, Lecturer in Applied Ethics and member of the Priestley Centre, has authored a thought-provoking article for @theconversation.com that draws parallels between abolishing slavery and phasing out fossil fuels. Get the full story ➡️ theconversation.com/what-if-the-...

Priestley Centre members, Professor Ken Carslaw FRS - School of Earth and Environment, Co-Chief Editor of Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics; and Professor Amanda Maycock, Professor of Climate Dynamics, were part of the working group on this new briefing - well worth a read!

As #COP30 heads to the heart of the Amazon, the stakes for land and nature have never been higher. Jyoti Narsude, PhD student and COP30 delegate, explores how this COP could be a turning point for climate justice, forest protection, and Indigenous rights. climate.leeds.ac.uk/how-will-thi...

#COP30 in Belém, Brazil is one week away. But what does the conference mean for the global south? ➡️ Simon Manda explores this in his blog written for the Priestley Centre: climate.leeds.ac.uk/a-global-sou... #GlobalSouth #ClimateJustice #UniOfLeeds

EarthScale has launched its first cohort of 16 #ClimateTech ventures and the University of Leeds is proud to be part of the network supporting them through the Priestley Centre. Applications for Cohort 2 open in Spring 2026! climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/16-clim... @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social

Join us on Wed 19th Nov, 12.00-12.40pm. Dr @gulbanukaptan.bsky.social will deliver a webinar: 'Reducing Household Food Waste: Behavioural Insights for Climate Action'. More details 👇