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Oxford Climate Research Network (OCRN) is an interdisciplinary research community at @universityofoxford.bsky.social, harnessing Oxford's diverse strengths to address the challenge of climate change. www.climate.ox.ac.uk

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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Oxford Climate Research Network are recruiting! Applications are invited for 60% FTE coordinator position. Please find more details here: my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecru... Deadline 9 September; interviews 8 October 2026.
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
A fantastic turnout this week for the launch of the OCRN Climate × Health Seminar Series! It was great to bring together researchers from across the University to connect, share ideas, and build a stronger climate & health community. (1/2)
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Jasmin Abdel Ghany @jasminabdelghany.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Join the Oxford Climate Research Network: www.climate.ox.ac.uk The next seminar will take place in autumn, details to be announced! #climate #health #oxford
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The Oxford Climate Research Network (OCRN) is the community of researchers and staff at the University of Oxford who work on climate and climate change.
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Jasmin Abdel Ghany @jasminabdelghany.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
🌍 The Climate x Health seminar series with Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social successfully launched! Great turnout from climate, medical, data science, social policy, geography, ethics & more - kicking off what promises to be a rich dialogue. #climate #Oxford #health
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
A fantastic discussion today at OCRN on AI and climate prediction! 🤖🌦️ Thank you to our brilliant panel, Tony McNally, Kirstine Dale and Tim Palmer, chaired by Philip Stier, and to everyone who joined us and contributed to a lively discussion and Q&A.
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
🌍 Today is #ShowYourStripes Day. These are Oxford's warming stripes. Each stripe represents the average temperature in Oxford for a single year. (1/6)
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Oxford Net Zero @oxfordnetzero.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Check out this recent article in @theconversation.com by @hwright.bsky.social of the Oxford Climate Policy Monitor on methane emissions. As she explains, it's vital we get them under control if we want to address climate change.
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CO₂RE – The Greenhouse Gas Removal Hub @co2rehub.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
We're delighted to share the full programme for our "Reclaiming Hope, Removing Carbon" event! Take a look here: co2re.org/wp-content/u.... Join us from 11–14 June at the Uni of Bristol Botanic Garden & see work from our 7 CO2RE Artists: botanic-garden.bristol.ac.uk/event/reclai... #SciArt
An image advertising the "Reclaiming Hope, Removing Carbon" event. The image text says it is a 4-Day Arts and Science Festival. The text is overlaid on top of a design of a leaf.An image advertising Yambe Tam’s art project at the "Reclaiming Hope, Removing Carbon event", taking place from 11–14 June 2026. In the image, six people in ceremonial costumes walk in a line through a field toward hills in the distance. Three of them are carrying saplings. The image is framed by stylised leaves.An image advertising Studio Blue Green's art project at the "Reclaiming Hope, Removing Carbon event", taking place from 11–14 June 2026. In the image, coloured balls float against a dark background. The image is framed by stylised leaves. Studio Blue Green's project is called "Phycologica".An image advertising Selina Wagner's art project at the "Reclaiming Hope, Removing Carbon event", taking place from 11–14 June 2026. In the image, a creature with large antlers stands on a rock and watches birds fly through the sky. The image is framed by stylised leaves.
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
🤖🌦️ Is the success of AI weather forecasting models an opportunity or a danger for climate prediction? Join OCRN on 3rd July for a panel discussion & lunch on this timely topic! Register: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Can biodiversity markets really deliver nature recovery — and who gets to shape the outcomes? New Oxford research explores how different market models influence participation, collaboration, and ecological impact in England’s Biodiversity Net Gain system. 🌿
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How biodiversity markets shape nature recovery
Biodiversity markets are increasingly being used in conservation policy, but we still don’t fully understand how their design shapes who gets involved and what actually happens for nature on the groun...
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Blavatnik School of Government @blavatnikschool.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
🌎🏠 Climate change is only exacerbating America's housing crisis. Could a coalition between homeowners, real estate, banks and insurance providers be the solution? Professor Thomas Hale offers a new plan to protect homes in his latest policy brief. 👇 ow.ly/FvKP50YRAQX
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
We've some amazing talks lined up for this term, & this one's bound to be a hit, so register your seat ASAP! You can listen to David Abram's inspirational talk online or in-person, followed by a drinks reception. Eveyone's welcome. Register: bookwhen.com/oxfordbiodiv... @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Last week, we hosted Strategic Horizons in Climate x Health Research at the Oxford Martin School, bringing together researchers, funders, and partners to explore funding strategies, collaboration, and new opportunities across the climate and health space (1/2)
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Over 140 people joined “Talking climate, taking action” in Oxfordshire, organised by Oxford Friends of the Earth and supported by OCRN and partners. The event held on 24th Jan focused on better climate communication and tackling misinformation. Read more here: www.climate.ox.ac.uk/article/talk...
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Talking climate, taking action: Strengthening climate communication and collaboration in Oxfordshire
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Yesterday’s OCRN Annual Lecture with Prof. Daniel Schrag explored the uncertainties of solar geoengineering and why they matter for governance and accountability. Watch the full recording here: youtu.be/y_BaJjK2DdI?...
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"The Unknowability of Solar Geoengineering and Why it Matters” by Prof. Daniel P. Schrag
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
We’re hiring: Impact Facilitator Oxford Networks for the Environment (ONE), University of Oxford Lead evaluation of environmental research impact (2021–2026) and help build new partnerships aligned with Oxford’s sustainability goals. Apply: tinyurl.com/3w5re2v6
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
OCRN Annual Lecture | 4 March, 16:00–18:00 Maths Institute (L1) Prof. Daniel Schrag (Harvard University) will speak on "The Unknowability of Solar Geoengineering and Why it Matters". All welcome. Networking reception to follow. Register via the QR code.
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Join us on 17 March 2026 at the Oxford Martin School for "Strategic Horizons in Climate x Health Research". An OCRN forum for researchers, clinicians, funders and policy leaders to explore funding priorities, map Oxford’s strengths and spark collaboration Scan the QR code below to register!
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Really energising COP30 debrief today with colleagues from across Oxford and beyond. Lots to reflect on around delivery, governance, nature and youth engagement. Thanks to everyone who joined. #COP30
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Even if Paris targets are met, sea levels & Arctic permafrost will keep changing for centuries. Stabilising them needs net-negative carbon for 250+ years. New study led by ECI’s Dr Johannes Bednar. ➡️ www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/stoppin...
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University of Oxford @ox.ac.uk · 27/01/2026
NEW: An Oxford study finds nearly half the world could face extreme heat by 2050 if warming hits 2.0°C - a scenario scientists say is increasingly likely. Researchers call it 'a wake-up call.' 🧵 [1/7]
A city skyline silhouetted against an intense orange sky, with the sun blazing through heat haze and construction cranes visible. The image includes text reading: “Global population living with extreme heat to double by 2050 – University of Oxford.”
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Oxford Energy Network @oxfordenergy.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Very pleased to announce our first seminar this term, 5pm Tuesday 20th January. Philanthropy, policy and the power sector by Rebecca Collyer, Executive Director of ReNew2030. All welcome, in person or online: bit.ly/3Zk6AFz @socsci.ox.ac.uk @oxpolicyengaged.bsky.social @mplsoxford.bsky.social
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HT26 Energy Seminar – Week 1: Philanthropy, policy and the power sector: | Oxford Energy
Oxford is addressing the major technical, social, economic and policy challenges of providing secure, affordable and sustainable energy for all. Work on different aspects of the energy challenge, whi...
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
📢 Oxford Networks for the Environment (ONE) Annual Lecture Can science & policy keep pace with the rapidly growing carbon dioxide removal market? Join keynote speaker Professor Gideon Henderson, followed by a panel discussion and drinks reception. Register: bookwhen.com/onenetwork#f...
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School of Geography and the Environment, University of Oxford @oxfordgeography.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
A landmark new report from The Pew Charitable Trusts and its partners - which include SoGE’s prof Richard Bailey - has found that the scale and impact of #plastic #pollution is far worse than previously thought, with dire consequences for the #environment and human #health. bit.ly/3Muisld
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Breaking the Plastic Wave 2025
Our analysis also finds that plastic is interconnected with other global challenges, and that solving the plastic pollution problem will have broad implications for improving the health of people, the...
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University of Oxford @ox.ac.uk · 09/12/2025
Oxford’s Wytham Woods has a long history as a venue for ecology research and are, despite their timeless appearance, a place of constant change. Learn more about what researchers are uncovering ⬇️ bit.ly/4rGXwI3
Overhead view of a dense forest with the text 'Treetops and Secret Forests' superimposed.
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OxfordSmithSchool @smithschool.ox.ac.uk · 03/12/2025
“We are facing a national emergency not only because the climate is changing, but because the living systems that protect the climate are breaking down.” # OxfordSmithSchool Nathalie Seddon said to @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Scientists warn of severe climate-related risks to UK economy and security
Experts lay out scale of changes needed in ‘first-of-its-kind national emergency briefing’ in Westminster
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Nature-based Solutions Initiative @naturebasedsols.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
"Nature is not a ‘nice to have’; it is critical national infrastructure”🌿 -The message Prof Nathalie Seddon delivered to over 1000 MPs, peers & leaders at the UK’s first-ever National Emergency Briefing on the Nature & Climate crisis #neb2025 ➡️ www.naturebasedsolutionsinitiative.org/news/uk-nati...
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University of Oxford @ox.ac.uk · 27/11/2025
Researchers from across Oxford University were on the ground at #COP30 in Belém, taking part in side events, presenting new research, and working with partners to support the negotiations and inform the wider political process. Read on for perspectives from Oxford experts ⬇️
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Expert Comment: Reflections on COP30 in Belém | University of Oxford
Researchers from across the University of Oxford were on the ground at COP30 in Belém, taking part in side events, presenting new research, and working with partners to support the negotiations and
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OxfordSmithSchool @smithschool.ox.ac.uk · 21/11/2025
Youth voices are increasingly central to #ClimatePolicy & we’re excited to share the Global Youth Climate Training Impact Report. f.mtr.cool/iwoyaswyvq @oxfordnetzero.bsky.social
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
ECI is proud to be represented at #COP30Brazil by Dr @erikaberenguer.bsky.social Tomorrow she joins Greenpeace, SOS Atlantic Forest & WWF to discuss aligning climate & biodiversity policies ➡️https://tinyurl.com/4fz3j3dm #COP30 #Biodiversity #Forests #Amazon Dr Erika Berenguer + Dr Aline Soterroni
Dr Erika Berenguer next to Dr Aline Soterroni from the Department of Biology at the University of Oxford.
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
We’re excited to be a part of Hot Poets🔥Ignite a brand new climate & poetry education campaign featuring Michael Rosen - watch the poem, buy the children's poetry book, or book hot poets at your school at hotpoets.org (1/2) youtu.be/KquXACs9GSQ?... #climateaction #education #hotpoets
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Overheard In Space by Michael Rosen I Hot Poets Ignite
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Oxford Net Zero @oxfordnetzero.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Hot off the press! The Net Zero Stocktake 2025 is published today. Check it out here: zerotracker.net/analysis/net...
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Net Zero Stocktake 2025
From intent to integrity. We assess the net zero targets and mitigation strategies of all nations, the largest 2,000+ companies, and the worlds's biggest regions and cities.
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Interested in applying for the role of Oxford Climate Research Network Coordinator? The deadline is midday on the 8th of September. More details below👇
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 18/08/2025
🎥 Right Here, Right Now: Climate Science, Law & Justice When lives or properties are destroyed by extreme weather events, can anybody be held to account? New micro-doc explores what happens when #climatescience is taken to the #courtroom. 🌍⚖️ bit.ly/RHRNClimateJ... @oxfordsparks.bsky.social 1/2
Image of a glacier-capped mountain behind text which reads "Right Here, Right Now: Climate Science, Law and Justice"
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
Oxford Climate Research Network are recruiting! Join OCRN as the network coordinator (0.6FTE) and help us raise the impact, effectiveness, and profile of climate research at Oxford University. Deadline: midday 8 Sept 2025 @oxuniearthsci.bsky.social More details: my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecru...
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
New job opportunity at OCRN, based in @oxuniearthsci.bsky.social. See below for details!
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Young Lives @yloxford.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
📢 Attention researchers & policymakers! 📬 Our June newsletter - covering the launch of the new Young Lives Hub on #ClimateChange & Environmental Shocks & much, much more - is out now! 🔗 createsend.com/t/r-CA487FB2... #longitudinalstudy #research #poverty @climateoxford.bsky.social
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Oxford Energy Network @oxfordenergy.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
Oxford Energy Day - Wednesday 24th September, Mathematics Institute. Registration and research poster competition bit.ly/3GqotwG @oxfordphysics.bsky.social @oxforderesearch.bsky.social @oxfordnetzero.bsky.social @biodivoxford.bsky.social @climateoxford.bsky.social @oxfutureoffood.bsky.social
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13th Oxford Energy Day – Energy & Data: Opportunities and Challenges for the Energy Transition | Oxford Energy
Oxford is addressing the major technical, social, economic and policy challenges of providing secure, affordable and sustainable energy for all. Work on different aspects of the energy challenge, whi...
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CO₂RE – The Greenhouse Gas Removal Hub @co2rehub.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Just 1 day until our next GGR Insights webinar! Join us tomorrow at 12pm to learn about GGR & nature-based solutions. co2re.org/events/ggr-i... @naturebasedsols.bsky.social @biology.ox.ac.uk @climateoxford.bsky.social @undaunted-hq.bsky.social @thecccuk.bsky.social @cdrfyi.bsky.social
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GGR Insights: What types of CDR are ‘nature-based solutions’? - CO₂RE - The Greenhouse Gas Removal Hub
This is the third in our series of online webinars, GGR Insights, presenting the latest research and debating what is needed to enable the sustainable scale-up of Greenhouse Gas Removal (GGR) in the U...
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alchisholm.bsky.social @alchisholm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
Five fabulous panellists talk about how deliberative democracy can support climate justice! Precis and link to recording in blog 👇 @climateoxford.bsky.social @oxprimarycare.bsky.social @alanrenwick.bsky.social @timschwanen.bsky.social @reemaspatel.bsky.social #MutiraoGlobalCOP30 #RHRNClimate
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Young Lives @yloxford.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
🌍 Launched: The YL Hub on Climate Change & Environmental Shocks We’re excited to have launched our new research hub! Linking our longitudinal data with climate & environmental data to strengthen the evidence base for informed policy making younglives.org.uk/Research%20H... @climateoxford.bsky.social
Young Lives Director Marta Favara giving the opening speech at our Hub launchYoung Lives Deputy Director Kath Ford with panellists Benjamin Schachter, United Nations Human Rights, Sarah Lane Smith, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, and
David Kerr, The Africa Oxford InitiativeOur event speakers Young Lives Director Marta Favara and Deputy Director Kath Ford, speaker Jisung Park, University of Pennsylvania,  panellists Sarah Lane Smith, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, and David Kerr, The Africa Oxford Initiative, and speaker Nevan Fučkar, University of Oxford
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
This weekend's climate events in the #RHRNClimate Summit local programme. #MutiraoGlobalCOP30 PART 1/2 🗓️ Sat 7 Jun ➡️ 10-4pm - THRIVE Oxford: a community climate hub for a day ➡️ 10-6pm - What happens next? A collaborative art installation ➡️ 1:30-3:30pm - MoCH: Living Nature Workshop
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Today's climate events in the #RHRNClimate Summit local programme. #MutiraoGlobalCOP30 🗓️ Fri 6 Jun PART 1/3 ➡️ All day - Global Youth Climate Summit ➡️ Until 4pm - Climate and Law Conference ➡️ 10-2pm & 2-4pm - Environmental photography exhibit ➡️ 11am - Call for Code
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Pitt Rivers Museum @pittriversmuseum.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
BOOK NOW for tomorrow's Climate Justice Museum Late Night exploring better futures for our planet - pop-up talks, craft activities, games, tours, poetry, films & bars. 7-10pm. Free but advance booking required. bit.ly/3FzsO00 #MutiraoGlobalCOP30
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Tomorrow: Oxford Natural History & Pitt Rivers museums will host a fantastic late night event with talks, films, crafts, poetry and much more! #RHRNClimate #MutiraoGlobalCOP30 🎟️ FREE, booking essential: oumnh.ox.ac.uk/event/climat... @morethanadodo.bsky.social @pittriversmuseum.bsky.social
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Young Lives @yloxford.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
🌍 Not long until Here Comes the Sun – part of the #RightHereRightNow Global Summit! Join us as we explore how climate data+longitudinal studies can reveal the impact of extreme weather on vulnerable young people in the #GlobalSouth 🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/here-comes... @climateoxford.bsky.social
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Here Comes the Sun
Unlocking the Potential of Young Lives Longitudinal Research to Build Climate Resilience in the Global South
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
The Oxford plenary of the #RHRNClimate Summit is in full swing, live from the Sheldonian Theatre. #MutiraoGlobalCOP30 On now: panel on human rights and the business of extraction On next: panel on climate change and conflict Watch on the Livestream here: www.ox.ac.uk/news-and-eve...
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Right Here, Right Now | University of Oxford
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Today's events in the #RHRNClimate Summit local programme. #MutiraoGlobalCOP30 🗓️ Thurs 5 Jun ➡️ Watch the global plenary from the Sheldonian Theatre! Livestream playing now + Oxford live sessions 1pm - 3.15pm 🎟️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/right-here... ➡️ Join a Party for the Planet on Broad Street 4PM!
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Tina Fawcett @tinafawcett.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Just been to the opening event of the Right Here Right Now global climate summit. Amazing speakers including @kateraworth.bsky.social and Vanessa Nakate, bookended by inspiring improvised poetry. Many more events to come. #RHRNclimate www.ox.ac.uk/news-and-eve...
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Right Here, Right Now | University of Oxford
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Oxford Climate Research Network @climateoxford.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Today's events in the #RHRNClimate Summit local programme - Part 1 of 3. #MutiraoGlobalCOP30 🗓️ Weds 4 Jun ➡️ All day - Legal Interests in a World of Climate Change ➡️ 10am - Digital Health & Climate Justice ➡️ 12pm - Environmental Humanities round table ➡️ 2pm - Global Youth Climate Training
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