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A new report from researchers at the University of Derby has highlighted the positive impact that a city park’s urban rewilding project is having on both people and nature.

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A national competition that aims to showcase new music by upcoming artists inspired by the natural world is now open for entries.

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Britain is one of the least “nature-connected” nations in the world, and new research has explored the reasons why.

Signage of the Institute of Carbonomics at the Cavendish Building

Thought leaders, academics, policymakers and business innovators gathered at the House of Lords to explore how carbonomics – the emerging discipline connecting carbon and economics – can transform business, shape society, and accelerate the UK’s journey to net zero.

Prototype of a lightweight Battery Electric Vehicle in the L6e category

A consortium of partners, including the University of Derby and Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK), has been successful in securing significant government funding to undertake a feasibility study for a next-generation, lightweight Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) in the L6e category.

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The Game Changer Awards in February 2026 is a dynamic celebration of innovation, purpose-driven ventures, and the changemakers shaping tomorrow. 

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