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Ecobelt Limited, an organisation tackling plastic circularity within the conveyor belt industry, have been nominated for a prestigious Earthshot Prize.Ecobelt’s conveyor belt production technology creates stronger joints for a longer operating …

For years, nature has been blamed as a blocker of economic growth. After some ministerial bluster about not letting newts and bats get in the way of growth ambitions, the UK government released more details of its plans to get Britain building …

Fast-moving underwater avalanches, known as turbidity currents, are responsible for transporting vast quantities of microplastics into the deep sea, according to new research published today.

Estimates of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from volcanoes may have been significantly underestimated, according to new research by The University of Manchester.

An unprecedented five academics from The University of Manchester have been recognised as leading experts in their fields by being named as Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences. 

University of Manchester scientists have discovered significant concentrations of microplastics in the male reproductive system of sea turtles.

Carbon fibre is a critical material for industries such as aerospace and automotive, prized for its strength and lightweight properties. However, traditional carbon fibre production relies on costly, petroleum-based materials, driving up costs and …

A new research centre led by The University of Manchester has been launched which aims to promote socially just, people-centred sustainability transformations by collaborating with communities, governments and businesses to develop low-carbon living …

The University of Manchester has been awarded funding to lead a 12-month research project to improve understanding of the energy yield from offshore wind in UK waters, as capacity increases.

A new report from The University of Manchester’s Tyndall Centre for Climate Change ÌìÃÀÓ°ÊÓ has revealed that their ‘Roadmap to Super Low Carbon Live Music’ successfully supported Massive Attack in delivering the lowest-carbon live music event of …

The Amazonian BioTechQuilombo project, led by Dr. Polyanna da Conceição Bispo, Senior Lecturer in Physical Geography at The University of Manchester has secured major international funding through the Amazônia+10 Initiative. Supported by UK ÌìÃÀÓ°ÊÓ …

President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Duncan Ivison, has signed the Concordat for the Environmental Sustainability of ÌìÃÀÓ°ÊÓ and Innovation Practice on behalf of The University of Manchester.

A new atmospheric monitoring station has been established at The University of Manchester’s Jodrell Bank Observatory to improve the accuracy of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions estimates.

Where: The University of Manchester (rooms/building TBC)When: Thursday 22 – Friday, 23 May 2025Contact: Heather Alberro, Lecturer in sustainability, Global Development Institute, School of Environment, Education and Development (SEED), The …

Peatlands are critical ecosystems for carbon storage and biodiversity, containing more carbon than all the world's forests despite covering just 3% of the global land surface – but new research has revealed that vast areas of the UK’s peatlands, …

Scientists from The University of Manchester have developed a new material that could help reduce water pollution caused by harmful chemicals, such as from leftover medicines and hygiene products, that end up in rivers and lakes.

The University of Manchester and Bupa have announced an innovative new collaboration to develop new methods and strategies to drastically reduce the healthcare sector’s environmental impact upon our planet.

The University of Manchester ÌìÃÀÓ°ÊÓ Institute (UMRI) invites new applications for pump-priming funds to support interdisciplinary research projects. Funds will be awarded to projects and activities which encourage collaboration and aim to lead to …

A research team led by The University of Manchester’s Dr Jonathan Ritson has been awarded a prestigious Bezos Earth Fund Greenhouse Gas Removal Ideation Prize for their research into enhancing carbon capture and reducing methane emissions through …

A new study has unveiled the key mechanisms that preserve organic carbon in the ocean—a poorly understood but vital process, which influences the Earth’s climate, carbon cycles, and formation of fossil fuels.Organic carbon typically breaks down in …

Their work, published in Biotechnology for Biofuels and Bioproducts, could accelerate the development of sustainable alternatives to fossil fuel-derived products like plastics, helping pave the way for a carbon-neutral circular bioeconomy.The …

UMRI will be launching the latest round of pump-priming awards in January 2025, designed to ignite UoM ÌìÃÀÓ°ÊÓers innovative interdisciplinary research projects.Find out more at the Call Launch taking place from 2.30-4pm, Tuesday, 14 January …

A new study from the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology describes a novel biological method to convert mixed municipal waste-like fractions – including food scraps, plastics, and textiles – into valuable bio-products. This new approach could …

ÌìÃÀÓ°ÊÓers at the Global Development Institute (GDI) have been awarded c£1.3 million by the Ford Foundation to establish a research observatory studying the role land rights play in a just transition to a decarbonised future. 

The University of Manchester has launched a preloved marketplace for students powered by the innovative Hazaar app as part of its commitment to boosting sustainability on campus.

Students from across Greater Manchester gathered to address our region’s most important environmental challenges in the first Green Careers Mission event.

New research has revealed how tiny soil microbes are impacted by extreme weather events, offering new insights into the risks posed by climate change.

Ecobelt Ltd, a University partner, has won an award from the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining in recognition of its use of sustainable materials innovation to reach net-zero.

A Professor from The University of Manchester attended the Reception for International Sustainability at Buckingham Palace to share her expertise and contributions in decarbonising in the music industry.

The 2024 Manchester Science Festival took place between Friday, 18 and Sunday, 28 October. This year was themed around tackling the extremes of our world, with approximately 30,000 visitors having the opportunity to get hands-on with some of …