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Identifying challenges and opportunities for H2 in iron and cement sectors

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Dr Alfonso Chinnici is leading a HILT CRC project to scope opportunities for green hydrogen to decarbonise the iron and cement sectors.

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The case for urban agriculture: opportunities for sustainable development and community resilience

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As segments of the world’s population continue migrating to cities, people become increasingly disconnected from their food, both geographically and conceptually.

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Protecting vulnerable populations from the effects of extreme heat

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Heatwaves cause more deaths in ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ than any other natural hazard and as global temperatures continue to increase, heatwaves are predicted to become more frequent, more intense, and longer in duration.

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Charting ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s journey away from coal-fired power stations

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The transition of ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s electricity industry from coal-fired power stations to renewable energy technologies is well underway – but not everyone supports the current pace of change.

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Industrial use of sustainable hemp: food, construction material, fabric

Prof Rachel Burton

Professor Rachel Burton is using sustainable plants to achieve carbon neutral industrial products, to fight climate change and to future-proof our manufacturing industry.

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