The Waterline Summit is returning as an even bigger and more ambitious event, linking the Humber to the globally critical COP26 climate change conference.
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University of Hull geoscientists helping accelerate Kenya’s sustainability goals
Geoscientists at the University of Hull are involved in a new global research project which aims to help tackle sustainability challenges in Kenya.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull scientist explores how climate change may have shaped humanity’s migration across Earth
University of Hull scientist Dr Jonathan Dean has joined a team of international experts to explore how climate change may have impacted humanity’s migration across Earth.
Continue readingWaste and recycling centres planned to open seven days a week
Hull’s three household waste and recycling centres could open seven days week from September 2021.
Continue readingFree tree packs scheme now open for schools and communities
Whether planting for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, to help tackle climate change, or to improve local areas around the country, the Woodland Trust’s popular free tree pack scheme is now open for applications.
Continue readingCleaning without compromise: Hull-based Bio-D launches new scent for summer
Hull-based green cleaning company Bio-D is continuing its growth within the ethical cleaning market by adding a new scent to its sanitising hand wash range.
Continue readingPlans for solar panel field to power Castle Hill Hospital
Hospital bosses have unveiled plans to create a solar panel field to power Castle Hill Hospital in Cottingham and reinvest savings in health care for future generations.
Continue readingNatural woodland in Hull to be preserved by Hull City Council
Hull City Council has taken over ownership of an area of natural woodland in the city to preserve its beauty and enhance accessibility for residents.
Continue readingEnd-of-life study into offshore wind turbines led by University of Hull team
A University of Hull study into the end-of-life cycle of offshore wind turbines has been boosted by £100,000 of funding.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull speakers announced at pre-COP26 Climate Exp0 conference
Some of the University of Hull’s leading experts in climate change, energy and sustainability will share their insights at a major international climate conference next week.
Continue readingBarratt Developments and RSPB show how to bring wildlife to Hull’s doorsteps
The exciting project launches during Mental Health Awareness Week – the theme of which is ‘nature’.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull graduate tackling plastics pollution with silicone straw business
University of Hull alumnus Charlotte Walsh is leading the charge against single-use plastics through her innovative silicone straw business.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull’s Flood Innovation Centre is helping SMEs plug flood resilience skills gap
The Flood Innovation Centre at the University of Hull has joined forces with local authorities and key stakeholders in the Humber region.
Continue readingThe University of Hull team tackling climate change through video gaming
University of Hull students and staff are supporting a major digital conference which looks to use gaming to increase awareness of climate change.
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