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New framework developed to allow rapid evaluation of decarbonisation technologies towards net zero

A new novel high-level framework is set to improve efficiency in life cycle assessment. In a new paper, the stakeholder-driven framework is applied to an aviation case study. This study is funded by BAE Systems.
Emissions being released from a chemical plant against a glowing skyline

Only four G20 countries set for positive ecological footprint by 2050, study finds

The UK along with 15 of the G20 nations are forecast to have a negative ecological footprint by 2050, according to new research from the University of Sheffield.
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Liang Kong attends the 2024 Hydrogen UK Conference

Liang Kong, Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Advanced Resource Efficiency Centre (AREC), attended the annual Hydrogen UK Conference on 12 March 2024.
IACMI visiting the University.

IACMI - The Composite Institute visit to the University of Sheffield

The representatives of IACMI - The Composite Institute visited the University of Sheffield on 5 March2024.
Field trial of rock dust spreading

Applying rock dust to croplands could absorb up to 2 billion tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere, research shows

Adding crushed rock dust to farmland could draw down up to two billion tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air per year and help meet key global climate targets, according to a major new study led by the University of Sheffield.
The tops of five chimneys with smoke coming out of them.

‘One Nation’ Strategy to Achieve Net Zero Emission by 2050

In June 2019 the UK launched a major new policy which will require the UK to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
Gloved hand holding a positive Covid-19 blood test

New supply chains emerging from COVID-19

Written by Professor Lenny Koh.
People stood in a line around a drone

African Drone Forum 2020: A huge success

The African Drone Forum (ADF) 2020 strives to create an extensive stakeholder platform to progress the equitable and safe development of drone economies in Africa.
a person in a mask and protective gear operates a ventilator
A healthcare worker uses a ventilator

Coronavirus: Ventilator rush faces regulatory and logistical obstacles

As part of the effort to address the Coronavirus issue, the UK Government has announced the requirement for ventilators, an international demand recognized by the USA government and UK government views/plans.