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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.
A speaker presenting at a conference.

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.
Prof Lenny Koh stood with AREC partners on her visit to China.

Advancing the scale-up of China research collaborations and partnerships

Solid collaborations and partnerships have led to a significant impact on policy and industry in China, advanced through the scale-up of AREC China (Beijing and Shenzhen) coupled with wider global reach.
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DoE ARPA–E Workshop Newark, New Jersey, USA

Professor Lenny Koh was invited to an ‘invite only’ ARPA-E workshop in Newark, New Jersey, USA in November.
Pennsylvania State University at night

First International Conference on Drawdown

Project Drawdown is partnering with Penn State to hold the first international conference on Drawdown; "Research to Action: The Science of Drawdown".
A group of AREC visitors and members stood inside the University Management School.

Incoming Delegation from Penn State University (PSU) and AREC USA led by Chancellor Ford from Behrend Campus, PSU
Pennsylvania State University at night

Developing sustainable solutions for international supply chains

A new research partnership with Pennsylvania State University and the University of Sheffield aims to promote more sustainable supply chains to meet US policy standards.