The UK has committed to reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. But not all greenhouse gases come from burning fossil fuels. Waste management, which includes landfill, waste-water, incineration and composting, is estimated to contribute ~19 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents every year, with a significant portion of this derived from methane, a much […]
Come and enjoy a quiet evening walk along the canal to see what bats can be seen and heard with the bat detectors. Leader – Cat Baker. Please reserve your space via Eventbrite so you can be updated with any changes to this event, and please cancel your ticket if you can no longer attend. […]
This is the first in a series of all-day sessions (in person or online) in which a panel of experts will discuss and answer questions on a “Faultline” within current sustainability policies. This session focuses on reconciling farming and nature. Is modern farming sustainable? Many believe the answer is no: its impacts on both climate […]
From the icy oceans of our poles to remote coral islands Sir David Attenborough, the greatest natural history broadcaster of our times, has filmed in every ocean habitat on planet earth. Colin Butfield, Attenborough’s long-term collaborator and co-author will be talking about their latest book at the Bath Literature Festival. Ocean: How to Save […]
Increased international volatility, climate change and biodiversity loss all pose risks to the UK’s food security. Prof Tim Lang and Prof Sarah Bridle discuss what a good food system looks like, as well as the policies needed to ensure that our food system is fairer, more sustainable and more resilient. About the speakers Tim Lang […]
On a small farm in a Norwegian forest, the Paynes live a purposefully isolated life, aiming to be wild and free. Maria and Nik, along with their four children Ulv, Falk, Freja, and Ronja are self-sufficient. They practice home-schooling and strive for a closely-knit family dynamic in harmony with nature. However, when tragedy strikes the […]
At the heart of Robert Macfarlane’s perspective-shifting new book is a single idea: that rivers are not mere matter for human use but living beings who should be recognised as such in both imagination and law. Is a River Alive? takes the reader on an exhilarating exploration of the past, present and futures of this urgent […]
As the climate emergency accelerates, the need for higher standards of honesty in our politics, media and business is critical, argues climate and sustainability expert Mike Berners-Lee (A Climate of Truth: Why We Need It and How to Get It). By turning our attention to the principle of truth, we can all have far more […]
You’ve probably heard the fable about the blind men and the elephant – each one touches a different part and ends up with a completely different idea of what it is. That story inspired the name of The Elephant Team, a group of specialists at the University of Bath, combining their skills to tackle a […]
The webinar aims to cover a broad range of topics you should be aware of before purchasing a heat pump. How do heat pumps work? Which homes are most suitable (including cylinders, outside space)? Thermal insulation improvements Historic homes Temperature versus efficiency/cost/CO2 and weather compensation Reducing flow temperatures and upsizing radiators Locating a heat pump, […]
BRLSI is currently running a series of one-day events on sustainability policy. These are focused on ‘Fault Lines’ between alternative approaches to net zero where it isn’t yet entirely clear what will be the best thing to do. Each meeting considers just one of these Fault Lines and brings a panel of experts to discuss […]
According to the UN Environment Programme, the fashion industry is the world’s second-biggest consumer of water and is responsible for about 10% of global carbon emissions – more than all international flights and maritime shipping combined. Yet fashion and clothing are also key statements of individuality and mediators of human understanding, connection, and distinction. Is […]