The UK requires urgent action to address environmental challenges and begin the transformation towards sustainability. At the interface between science and policy, evidence from environmental scientists is critical to help communities and the Government co-create a sustainable society...
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Since the founding of the IES in 1972, the profession has grown considerably and now spans expertise across air quality, land condition, water, and beyond. In recognition of the interconnected nature of the challenges facing our environment and the IES's unique position in spanning disciplines...
At the most recent COP for the UNFCCC, COP28, the importance of climate resilience and adaptation was a key area of focus and discussion. In the face of increasing climate-related impacts and more frequent extreme weather events, ensuring that our infrastructure is fit for the future is...
Many environmental campaigns draw attention to the problems that are in plain view: rubbish on beaches entering our seas, plastic drinks stirrers, bags and bottles; the food, energy, and paper wasted in offices and schools. At A Future Without Rubbish (AFWR), we focus on viable solutions to...
COP28 took place from 30th November - 13th December 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As an admitted UNFCCC Oberserver, the IES can send delegates to take part in Blue Zone events. Three members of the IES Climate Action Community attended COP28 as IES delegates: Kripa Dwarakanath, Robbie...
environmental SCIENTIST | Britain's Natural Capital | March 2024
Rob Stoneman reflects on what we have achieved and how much we still need to do to rebalance nature.
What is rewilding?
Summer 2023, South Devon. All around is a...