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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford

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Germinated in 1991 at the University of Oxford One of the world’s first interdisciplinary research institutions, continuing to tackle the challenges of environmental change, its causes, impacts, and adaptive solutions.

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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 10h
ECI researchers Johannes Lumma and Jasper Verschuur explore which countries are most exposed to disruption at the Bab al-Mandab Strait. Read their article in The Conversation: www.theconversation.com/yemens-houthis-move-to-control-crucial-waterway-our-research-maps-the-countries-most-at-risk-292317
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Yemen’s Houthis move to control crucial waterway – our research maps the countries most at risk
Over a dozen countries depend on the Bab al-Mandab Strait for more than half of their maritime trade by value.
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Oxford Energy Network @oxfordenergy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Time to start promoting the coming term's Oxford Energy Seminars! The first will be 5-6pm, 13 October. "Should the state generate our power? Public ownership and public control in the GB electricity system" Dr Donal Brown, @ecioxford.bsky.social University of Oxford. www.energy.ox.ac.uk/events
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Events | 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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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Our first lecture of the new term is going to be HUGE! Join us in person or online, booking in advance will be essential! bookwhen.com/oxfordbiodiv... @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
🚲 Could e-cargo bikes help households cut car use – and replace a second car? New research led by ECI researcher Dr Labib Azzouz found 60% of journeys in trials across Oxford, Leeds & Brighton replaced a car journey, with more than 2,500 miles of travel replaced ➡️ www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/e-cargo...
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
What does the food system across the island of Ireland look like? A new report led by ECI's Dr Alice Gilmour, with the Co-Centre for Sustainable Food Systems, maps the island’s food system, revealing strengths and pressures for change. Read more: www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/new-map...
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Local authorities must be at the centre of the clean heat transition. Two new policy briefs from Dr Jake Barnes and colleagues explore the challenges of coordinating clean heat and wider energy planning, including the roles of local stakeholders. Read the briefs: www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/local-a...
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Local authorities must be at the centre of the clean heat transition, new policy brief argues
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Oxford Net Zero @oxfordnetzero.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
📣 ✈️ Out today: our new policy briefing on how to certify Geologically Balanced Fuels so they result in credible emissions reductions ➡️ netzeroclimate.org/publications... @swp-berlin.org @ecioxford.bsky.social @oxuniearthsci.bsky.social @oxfordphysics.bsky.social @oxfordgeography.bsky.social
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Certifying Geologically Balanced Fuels: Pathways, requirements and the case for reforming Lower Carbon Aviation Fuels - Net Zero Climate
Geologically Balanced Fuels (GBFs) represent a novel approach to aligning fossil aviation fuel use with net-zero objectives as a complementary strategy to sustainable aviation fuels. By pairing conven...
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
From growing up in Uganda with an orphan chimpanzee as a brother to becoming Gabon’s Environment Minister, Prof @Lee White’s extraordinary journey shows how science, policy and deep ecological knowledge can drive nature recovery. 🌿🐒 @ecioxford.bsky.social
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The Orphan Chimpanzee’s Brother: Who Speaks for Nature? - Prof Lee White
In this powerful talk, Prof Lee White shares an extraordinary journey at the heart of global nature recovery, biodiversity conservation and environmental leadership. From growing up in Uganda with an…
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Jan Rosenow @janrosenow.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
NEW RESEARCH: Europe has spent decades worrying about how to keep buildings warm. The harder question now is how to keep them cool. Today I'm publishing a new briefing on Europe's cooling challenge and how to solve it. The numbers are concerning but the solutions exist. A 🧵
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Oxford Net Zero @oxfordnetzero.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Prof Allen was one of the lead authors of a recent open letter to the Sec of State at the Dept for Energy Security & Net Zero arguing for this carbon storage condition. Read more: netzeroclimate.org/open-letter-... @ecioxford.bsky.social @smithschool.ox.ac.uk @ox.ac.uk @oxpolicyengaged.bsky.social
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Oxford Net Zero academics co-lead open letter to DESNZ Secretary of State on carbon storage - Net Zero Climate
Dozens of academics, environmental professionals and members of civil society have this week published an open letter to the Secretary of State at the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero, Miatt...
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Congratulations to ECI Honorary Research Associate Francesco Fuso Nerini on his appointment as Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. In this interview, Francesco discusses his research on energy, climate and sustainability transitions, and what lies ahead. ⬇️ www.kth.se/en/om/nyhete...
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“I hope to transmit the curiosity and the fun of developing research” | KTH
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
How can the UK strengthen its resilience to climate change? ECI’s Prof Jim Hall led the UK Government’s CST analysis and recommendations on climate adaptation and resilience, informing a new blog. ➡️Read more: www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/eci-exp...
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
We’re pleased to be part of this new work exploring how Geologically Balanced Fuels could help tackle aviation’s climate impact. ✈️🌍 👇
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
England is facing a growing water challenge, with a projected shortfall of 5 billion litres a day by 2055. ECI’s Professor Jim Hall joined BBC Radio 4’s The Briefing Room to discuss how we can prepare for a future of water scarcity. 🎧Listen on BBC Sounds: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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The Briefing Room - How do we prepare for a future water shortage? - BBC Sounds
England faces a five billion litre a day shortfall by 2055, so how does it fix it?
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
ECI's Dr Alice Evatt joined BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss what net zero means, the impacts of climate change and whether UK government policy can make a difference. Worth a listen 👇
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
🐛🌿How are tropical insects responding to a rapidly changing world? This talk explores the impacts of human-driven environmental change on tropical insect communities & what these small but vital creatures can tell us about the wider health of our ecosystems. In person/online. @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
A powerful El Niño could bring severe drought & fire risk to an Amazon rainforest already weakened by climate change, deforestation & previous droughts ECI’s Dr @erikaberenguer.bsky.social told The Guardian “It’s crazy. The humid forest should not be burning.” ⬇️ www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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El Niño may peak at the worst time for the Amazon – and it should worry us all
Delay to rainy season in forest already damaged by human-driven heating could trigger powerful ‘Godzilla’ El Niño
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Climate risks don’t stop at individual infrastructure systems. In Mauritius, ECI researchers are working with local partners to understand how risks to transport, water and energy could interact – and where investment in resilience could have the greatest impact ➡️ www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/eci-tea...
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
ECI’s Dr Erika Berenguer has taken a new book on Amazon fire management to communities across the region — by boat, bike and on foot. The book is the first of its kind, supporting communities facing increasing fire risk Read more:➡️ www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/boat-mo... @erikaberenguer.bsky.social
Large open boat on the waterErika talking to indigenous community gathered together
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
ECI’s Dr Erika Berenguer has taken a new book on Amazon fire management to communities in the region — by boat, bike and on foot. The book is the first of its kind, supporting those facing increasing fire risk. ➡️ www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/boat-mo... @erikaberenguer.bsky.social 📷Leonardo Milano
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
What can the UK learn from New Zealand's infrastructure turnaround? ECI's Prof Jim Hall explores how long-term planning, stable funding and cross-party commitment can help deliver better infrastructure in a new Construction Briefing article. ➡️ www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/what-ca... 📷Janice
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Oxford Net Zero @oxfordnetzero.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
To drill or not to drill? As arguments rage about whether or not the UK should extract more oil & gas from the North Sea, Prof Myles Allen proposes a solution: require the industry to permanently dispose of a rising percentage of the CO2 its products generate. Read more: www.ft.com/content/ee2a...
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Here’s how to make North Sea drilling compatible with net zero
Energy project licences should be conditional on carbon dioxide disposal
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🌍 76 learners. 33 countries. One shared goal: climate action. The first Climate Solutions and Strategies certificate cohort has completed the 14-week programme, delivered by @SkillUpForEarth with ECI. Congratulations to all! www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/global-...
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Global cohort completes first Climate Solutions and Strategies certificate programme
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Great to see ECI colleagues @ymalhi.bsky.social, Samira Barzin and Sandra Díaz contributing to this collaboration with the UN Development Programme on the proposed Nature Relationship Index.
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Jan Rosenow @janrosenow.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Two-thirds of global energy is wasted, mostly as combustion heat. Electrification gets rid of most of that waste rather than replacing it. From my keynote at the Eurelectric PowerSummit.
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Jan Rosenow @janrosenow.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
NEW ANALYSIS: One of the most consequential discoveries of the 20th century is marked by a small blue plaque near my office. The lithium-ion cathode, Oxford, 1980. Grid batteries have since gone from one 5 MW project to 267 GW worldwide. New Bright Spots 👇 open.substack.com/pub/janrosen...
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Batteries are quietly rewiring the grid
From a plaque in Oxford to a third of California's electricity peak: how batteries revolutionise the grid.
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Climate change is becoming a reality for athletes — from extreme heat to disrupted competitions New article by ECI's Dr samhampton.bsky.social explores why sports stars could become climate leaders, using experience to connect with fans and inspire action ➡️ doi.org/10.64628/AB.... 📷We Play Green
Image of Professional footballer and environmentalist Morten Thorsby in his football kit on a pitch.
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Professor Myles Allen, from the ECI, is among the signatories of a letter in The Guardian highlighting the vital role of carbon capture and storage in achieving climate goals. Read more: www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Carbon capture is vital in tackling the climate crisis | Letters
Letters: Prof Myles Allen, Stephanie Loo and Toby Lockwood, and Olivia Powis, respond to an article by George Monbiot about ‘the great carbon capture con’
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
🛰️ Satellites transform biodiversity monitoring — but gaps remain. ECI-led review shows remote sensing can track forest structure and function for biodiversity targets, but species & genetic diversity need field data. Led by Jesús Aguirre-Gutiérrez @jeaggu @oxfordeci tinyurl.com/eci-satellites
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Hot weather. Cool solutions? 🔥🧊 ECI’s @janrosenow.bsky.social explores the air conditioning debate — and how we can keep people cool in a warming world. ⬇️
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
🌿 What a day! Despite the heatwave, hundreds of people came together for The Nature Festival to celebrate #Oxfordshire's wildlife, meet researchers, join guided walks, discover local conservation projects & connect with nature. Thank you to everyone who made it so special. @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
What do people really eat? New global database from Dr Marco Springmann, ECI, combines food production, waste & survey data to create a more accurate picture of diets worldwide. A major step forward for research on health, climate & food affordability www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/what-do... 📷Dzsesszika
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
ECI research led by @mbsj.bsky.social shows vector-borne diseases in the Amazon form distinct “disease landscapes” shaped by land use & rural economies — not random patterns. Malaria, dengue, Chagas & leishmaniasis cluster differently across changing environments. www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/amazon-...
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
#ICONHIC2026 on resilience, climate adaptation and food security. ECI & OPSIS researchers contributing throughout, with Prof Jim Hall delivering the keynote and Dr Raghav Pant co-leading a session on infrastructure resilience. Timely discussions 🌍⏳ #ClimateAdaptation #FoodSecurity
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Our last seminar of term is online. The crossroad, toward Zero Deforestation in the Atlantic Forest? Luís Fernando Guedes Pinto chatted to us about the Atlantic Forest, which is at a crossroads: after 500+ years of destruction, it's losing & regaining forest at the same time. @ecioxford.bsky.social
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The crossroad – toward Zero Deforestation in the Atlantic Forest? - Luís Fernando Guedes Pinto
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
AI’s climate impact goes far beyond data centres. At #LondonClimateActionWeek, ECI Professor Charlie Wilson explains how AI can both improve efficiency and increase demand through rebound effects. (Watch 15:15-19:15) 🎬 youtu.be/xelC23r_bx8?...
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Nature-based Solutions Initiative @naturebasedsols.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
🌱 Oxford at #Groundswell2026! Come find us at Groundswell Regenerative Agriculture Festival! 🎪 Marquee number E13 📍 Groundswell Festival, Lannock Farm 📅 1–2 July 2026 Showcasing research from across @ox.ac.uk, coordinated by the Agricultural Resilience Impact and Innovation Hub (AGRIIH)
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
We're privileged to have @marycreagh.bsky.social the UK's Minister for Nature, delivering closing remarks at our #Nature Festival on Saturday. Come along, there is something for everyone. Full programme here: thenaturefestival.org @ecioxford.bsky.social @mplsoxford.bsky.social @biology.ox.ac.uk
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Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust @bbowt.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
What do you love about nature in Oxford? What could be improved? Come and have a chat with Becky on Saturday 27 June at thenaturefestival.org/event/rooted... @naturerecovery.bsky.social @morethanadodo.bsky.social @biodivoxford.bsky.social @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Did you know that the UK is home to some species similar to those found in the Galapagos? Join Dr Amelia Farber at the Nature Festival to learn more 🐛 Visit thenaturefestival.org for more info! @morethanadodo.bsky.social @bbowt.bsky.social @biodivoxford.bsky.social @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
This collaborative youth-led event will offer a mix of creative activities to reflect on our connection with the natural world 🍃 More info: thenaturefestival.org @morethanadodo.bsky.social @bbowt.bsky.social @biodivoxford.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @gybnuk.bsky.social @rspbengland.bsky.social
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
The Hill End Centre has been providing inspiring outdoor education for over 100 years. Come along to their stand at the Nature Festival for fun family activities! 🔍🪲📖 Check it out: thenaturefestival.org @morethanadodo.bsky.social @bbowt.bsky.social @biodivoxford.bsky.social @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Molly Walker will be joining the line-up at the Nature Festival on 27th June, to talk about her exciting research on bees 🐝 Come along! View the full programme of events at thenaturefestival.org @morethanadodo.bsky.social @bbowt.bsky.social @biodivoxford.bsky.social @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
What happens when we stop, look closely, and draw the natural world? ✏️🌱 This story explores how nature sketching can transform observation, inspire curiosity, and uncover new ways of understanding biodiversity. @lil-resend.bsky.social @ecioxford.bsky.social
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The hidden value of nature sketching – Oxford Nature Network
The University of Oxford has a long history of the observational recording of nature, in part due to a collection of botanical specimens and illustrations, known as the Oxford University Herbaria. Lil...
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Oxford Clarion @oxfordclarion.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Oxford’s first Nature Festival starts this coming weekend, with a week of activities culminating in a festival day on Saturday 27 at the Museum of Natural History. Events include writing workshops, surveying expeditions, and film screenings. thenaturefestival.org
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Home - The Nature Festival
A celebration of nature in Oxford. The Nature Festival is a collaborative, volunteer-led event celebrating nature in Oxford and the people working to protect and restore it. The festival’s main […]
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Join Oxford Urban Wildlife Group at the Nature Festival to learn about species at Boundary Brook Nature Reserve & have a go at nature printing! 🎨🦋🖌️ Find out more at thenaturefestival.org @morethanadodo.bsky.social @bbowt.bsky.social @biodivoxford.bsky.social @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Hosted by BBOWT, come along to the Rooted Conversations stall at the Nature Festival to share your thoughts on nature in Oxford 🦉🌼🍃 Find more information at thenaturefestival.org @morethanadodo.bsky.social @bbowt.bsky.social @biodivoxford.bsky.social @ecioxford.bsky.social
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
What risks could affect global supply chains in the years ahead? A new Government Office for Science report explores future risks and resilience, with contributions from researchers at the ECI and @oxmartinschool.bsky.social ➡️ www.eci.ox.ac.uk/news/oxford-... 📷BerkahStock
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Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford @ecioxford.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
A new report by Dr Donal Brown @drdonalbrown.bsky.social on why electricity prices in Great Britain remain high despite record renewable energy. Focuses on how market structure still drives prices, with gas continuing to influence much of the system. ➡️ www.common-wealth.org/publications...
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Fixing the Price: How a Single Buyer Model Could Slash UK Electricity Prices and Build Consent for the Clean Power Mission
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Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery @naturerecovery.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Come and work with us at the Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery and join a team passionate about nature. @ecioxford.bsky.social @oxfordgeography.bsky.social
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VACANCY: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Ecology and Environmental Data Science
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