Strategisch thema Pathways to Sustainability (Universiteit Utrecht)

Doe mee aan het Klimaatexamen 🌍 ⏳ 📝 ❄ 🌊 ☀ 🔥 De komende weken doen 200.000 Nederlandse middelbare scholieren eindexamen. Het onderwerp dat hun leven zeker zal beïnvloeden, maakt vaak echter geen deel uit van het lesprogramma: Klimaatverandering. Dat moet veranderen! Daarom zijn wij als Pathways to Sustainability trotse partner van het eerste Klimaatexamen dat in Utrecht zal plaatsvinden. Vanaf 17 mei is het examen online beschikbaar op www.klimaatexamen.nl. Als partner hebben we 10 plaatsen gereserveerd voor het fysieke examen op vrijdag 17 mei van 9.00-10.00 uur in het Academiegebouw. Ga jij de uitdaging aan en sta je te popelen om mee te doen? Meld je dan aan via https://tally.so/r/w5zb5b. Het examen is in het Nederlands. https://lnkd.in/emdCSacC

Lees ons nieuwe opiniestuk over de groeiende grondstofhonger in het Westen, en wat dit betekent voor klimaatbeleid. https://lnkd.in/dEZe6Wmc Geschreven door een interdisciplinaire groep onderzoekers: econoom Friedemann Polzin, antropoloog Nikkie Wiegink, milieusocioloog Darko Lagunas en, ik, als politicoloog - allen Utrecht University). Opgetekend in het kader van het Resourcefulness project binnen het Strategic theme Pathways to Sustainability (Utrecht University): https://lnkd.in/dPJuUmVa

🌟 Proud announcement! Pathways to Sustainability Signature Project grant awarded to project 𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 💐 👩 Cut flowers are one of the top export products of Colombia. It is also an industry that struggles with sustainability and health issues for the low-skilled, mainly female, labour workers. This depicts the complex interaction between gender, labour, social and environmental issues. The research team in this Signature Project aims to unfold the intricacies of global value chains, hopes to raise awareness from consumers to producers, and wishes to revise the international sustainability labels used in this business. The challenges will be depicted in a theatre play that endeavours to catalyse dialogue, empower stakeholders, and envision a more sustainable agribusiness landscape. Interested in (joining) the project? Do not hesitate to contact one of the team members. Stefanie Lutz, Julia Swart, (Dr.) Carolina Sanchez De Jaegher, Urszula Jaremba, Noortje van Amsterdam, Tatiana Acevedo-Guerrero, Hans Kromhout, Universidad del Rosario, Kathrin Thiele, Diego Leon Sepulveda Meija, Politécnico Colombiano Jaime Isaza Cadavidade, John Alexander Benavides Piracón, Erika González, Las mujeres en la industria colombiana de las flores Pathways Signature Projects serve as a testament, a signature, to our unwavering dedication to investigating and fostering sustainable pathways and driving just sustainability transformations. 🌎  For all awarded signature projects, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/ePb-K_pX  #EnvironmentalResearch #PathwaystoSustainability #PathwaysSignatureProjects #SustainablePathways #EnvironmentalImpact #SustainableFuture

🌟 Proud announcement! Pathways to Sustainability Signature Project grant awarded to project 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 💰 🐝 Biodiversity is declining at an alarming rate worldwide and the imperative for action has never been more pressing. The financial sector can potentially combat this decline and drive sustainable transitions within important industries, such as food, energy and infrastructure. The research team behind ‘Financing biodiversity’ is taking on the challenge to help Dutch institutional investors upscale their nature-positive investments, paving the way for a more sustainable future. In the Dutch financial sector, pension funds are uniquely positioned to address biodiversity concerns, because of their substantial assets under management and long-term focus. Through active engagement with selected pension funds the team will work towards transformative solutions that can be further used within the financial sector. Interested in (joining) the project? Do not hesitate to contact one of the team members. Sophie Klein, Udeke Huiskamp, Pita Verweij, Anna Duden, Laura Wermuth, Helen Toxopeus, Cătălina Papari, Friedemann Polzin, Joeri Zwerts, Jack Davies, Johan Schot, Dieuwertje Bosma, Gerdie Knijp, Paul Dingkuhn, Sustainable Finance Lab, Sustainable Pension Investments Lab, Wageningen University & Research Pathways Signature Projects serve as a testament, a signature, to our unwavering dedication to investigating and fostering sustainable pathways and driving just sustainability transformations. 🌎   For all awarded signature projects, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/ePb-K_pX  #EnvironmentalResearch #PathwaystoSustainability #PathwaysSignatureProjects #SustainablePathways #EnvironmentalImpact #SustainableFuture

You are cordially invited to the second seminar talk on 2 May hosted by the #Ecocide Interdisciplinarity Series Talks for #Justice. Join us as we delve into “Ecocide as Semiocide: The Demise of Nature and Its Impact on Meaning”, presented by Dr. Yogi Hendlin from Erasmus University Rotterdam. This seminar-lecture offers an innovative space for students, staff and public interested in the intersection of justice, law, environmental humanities, sustainability, governance, transitions, and environmental philosophy. It serves as a unique platform to explore interdisciplinary perspectives and gain fresh insights beyond disciplinary boundaries. Don't miss this opportunity to broaden your understanding and engage in thought-provoking discussions. Interested? Read more or register via the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eEW8RvHt

Gefeliciteerd Petra de Jongh met je ERC Advanced Grant! 🎉 Petra de Jongh gaat fundamenteel onderzoek doen naar de werking van katalysatoren. Dit kan leiden tot het versnellen van de energietransitie, bijvoorbeeld door de ontwikkeling van katalysatoren voor de efficiënte omzetting van CO2 en waterstof in duurzame brandstoffen. "We willen erachter komen hoe de eigenschappen van het metaaloppervlak van de katalysator veranderen als je er een scheikundig element, de promotor, aan toevoegt." https://lnkd.in/g8QaPdDg

Zeer actuele cursus: Ruimtelijke ordening in een veranderend klimaat. Meld je nu aan, er zijn nog een aantal plekken beschikbaar!

Mooi initiatief! Sanne Akerboom, Sanli Faez, Liesbeth van de Grift, Erik van Sebille

Delta Climate Center (DCC) in the Gemeente Vlissingen is hiring three PhD researchers and one postdoc for the flagship project Delta Protein. This project focuses on the transformation towards sustainable #protein production and consumption in the Provincie Zeeland, creating a more sustainable delta within planetary boundaries and with futureproof business models for entrepreneurs. The following positions are available: - A PhD position at Universiteit Utrecht: ‘Transformation towards sustainable protein production and consumption in the Zeeuwse delta’: https://lnkd.in/efSrfXk6. - A PhD at Wageningen University & Research: 'Adapting shellfish culture to climate change' (has been completed) - A PhD position at NIOZ Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research: ‘Future-proofing low trophic aquaculture systems with marine macrophytes’: https://lnkd.in/eUcPgGht     - And a postdoc position at NIOZ Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research: ‘Transdisciplinary sustainability research’: https://lnkd.in/ebnbtVDE Delta Climate Center aims to contribute to a sustainable future for the Zeeland delta and deltas around the world with research and education. With three flagship projects, the institute is off to a flying start. All founders of the Delta Climate Center are involved in these projects. The center has six founders: Scalda, HZ University of Applied Sciences, University College Roosevelt, NIOZ Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research, Wageningen University & Research and Universiteit Utrecht.

Navigating Transitions Conference! How can science and education contribute to navigating societal transitions during challenging times? In times of increasing socio-economic and environmental challenges, interdisciplinary research and education can play a pivotal role in finding solutions to these complex issues. There are still a few spots left. Registration is free!