Join academics and professionals to discuss the contribution of accounting and finance to achieving net-zero carbon ambitions. The climate emergency requires institutions and professionals that are equipped to understand, assess and contribute to climate action to achieve net-zero carbon ambitions. Decisions must be informed by a robust and meaningful evaluation of their carbon consequences, resource…
Have you heard about the University of St Andrews' ambitious goal to be net zero by 2035? Join us to discover how we plan to achieve this essential objective and find out more about the emerging technologies that will get us there. The first hour will take a deep dive into St Andrews' net zero plans and…
The Centre for the Study of Religion and Politics (CSRP) of the University of St Andrews is hosting an international conference to address the theme of the COP26 in relation to religion and politics. This year, the conference will be hosted together with Scholars at the Peripheries (a group of scholars from the Global South),…
Has COP26 inspired you to work in an environmental or sustainability related field after you graduate? Come along to our panel discussion and meet some St Andrews graduates who have done just that! Find out more about how they approached their careers and discover what it takes to work for a better future. Keynote speaker…
The 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) will take place in Glasgow in November. The decisions made at this event will be a pivotal point in our fight against the devastation of climate change. The University of St Andrews has been awarded the title of Observer Organisation for COP26 and will have…
The St Andrews Preservation Trust is delighted to be hosting a short series of presentations online to highlight the important work some local organisations are doing to tackle climate change, and the challenges faced locally in an ever-urgent climate emergency. Each speaker will give a short presentation before we have a panel discussion and audience…
Join the Environment Subcommittee, Transition, and Sustainable Style for a clothes swap during COP26! All proceeds will be donated to the Equality Network, a Scottish charity working for LGBT+ equality and human rights. While swap shops & sales are always a fun and sensible way to source new styles we also want to highlight the…
The UN Climate Change Conference 2021, known as COP26, takes place in Glasgow from 1st to 12th November 2021. To coincide with this occasion, on 03 November SGSSS will present inspiring examples of doctoral research that showcase some of the ways in which social science can bring new perspectives to meeting the diverse challenges of…
Green Drinks is an opportunity to grab a pint and meet likeminded people also passionate about climate action and the environment. This particular one fits right in the middle of COP26 at a time where the world looks to Glasgow for a glimmer of hope during our climate crisis. So join for a drink and…
This session will provide the opportunity for potential candidates who are interested in a career in sustainability consulting with ERM (Environmental Resources Management) to learn more about what it is that we do. We will have key members from ERM, including consultants from various career levels and also Partners who have risen through the ranks.…
Spend a day cycling the 45 miles from Edinburgh to COP26 in Glasgow (or join at an intermediate station on route) to demand a better future!
The event will open with a keynote presentation on 'The Role of Education & Skills in UK and Global Climate Action' by the Rt Hon Michelle Donelan, Minister of State for Higher and Further Education. After this, a panel of experts will provide insights into how to navigate green career pathways, exploring challenges and opportunities.…