Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC)
@bath-iscc.bsky.social
A community of researchers delivering world-class #research in Sustainable Chemical Technologies, Sustainable Systems, and Social Transformations at the University of Bath: http://bath.ac.uk/iscc
#climatechange #sustainability #SDGs #circulareconomy
#climatechange #sustainability #SDGs #circulareconomy
Is the UK’s new £15bn Warm Homes Plan really #sustainable?
Our institute researchers say it's a bold step - but caution without stronger focus on insulation, clearer long term policy, and better support for vulnerable households, it could fall short.
Read more: www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
Our institute researchers say it's a bold step - but caution without stronger focus on insulation, clearer long term policy, and better support for vulnerable households, it could fall short.
Read more: www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
February 6, 2026 at 12:09 PM
Is the UK’s new £15bn Warm Homes Plan really #sustainable?
Our institute researchers say it's a bold step - but caution without stronger focus on insulation, clearer long term policy, and better support for vulnerable households, it could fall short.
Read more: www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
Our institute researchers say it's a bold step - but caution without stronger focus on insulation, clearer long term policy, and better support for vulnerable households, it could fall short.
Read more: www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
Have you heard the government announcement for new £15billion investment with the #WarmHomesPlan?
As our colleagues at @cast-centre.bsky.social have shared, research shows that many Brits want to make low-carbon choices, but come up against practical barriers – cost being a big one.
As our colleagues at @cast-centre.bsky.social have shared, research shows that many Brits want to make low-carbon choices, but come up against practical barriers – cost being a big one.
📣Breaking: New gov plan sets out £15 bn to help families improve their homes with clean energy technologies.
UK Gov has just released its long-awaited #WarmHomesPlan, which aims to make houses warmer, less draughty, and more energy efficient. 🧵
Image credit: Liz Seabrook / Nesta / Climate Visuals
UK Gov has just released its long-awaited #WarmHomesPlan, which aims to make houses warmer, less draughty, and more energy efficient. 🧵
Image credit: Liz Seabrook / Nesta / Climate Visuals
January 22, 2026 at 9:38 AM
Have you heard the government announcement for new £15billion investment with the #WarmHomesPlan?
As our colleagues at @cast-centre.bsky.social have shared, research shows that many Brits want to make low-carbon choices, but come up against practical barriers – cost being a big one.
As our colleagues at @cast-centre.bsky.social have shared, research shows that many Brits want to make low-carbon choices, but come up against practical barriers – cost being a big one.
PhD Opportunity Alert - Don't miss out!
Closing date THIS *Sun 11 Jan* for fully funded chemical engineering PhD starting March 2026.
Want to work with leading experts in chem eng & sustainability & contribute to real-world impact #sustainablechemtech
📌 Apply now: www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
Closing date THIS *Sun 11 Jan* for fully funded chemical engineering PhD starting March 2026.
Want to work with leading experts in chem eng & sustainability & contribute to real-world impact #sustainablechemtech
📌 Apply now: www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
January 7, 2026 at 11:51 AM
PhD Opportunity Alert - Don't miss out!
Closing date THIS *Sun 11 Jan* for fully funded chemical engineering PhD starting March 2026.
Want to work with leading experts in chem eng & sustainability & contribute to real-world impact #sustainablechemtech
📌 Apply now: www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
Closing date THIS *Sun 11 Jan* for fully funded chemical engineering PhD starting March 2026.
Want to work with leading experts in chem eng & sustainability & contribute to real-world impact #sustainablechemtech
📌 Apply now: www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
80-year-old chemistry mystery solved! 🧪
ISCC member Dr Matthew Grayson @bathchem.bsky.social has cracked the mechanism behind a reaction that’s vital for medicines through to sustainable materials. A step forward for greener chemistry 🎉
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
#SustainableChemicalTechnologies
ISCC member Dr Matthew Grayson @bathchem.bsky.social has cracked the mechanism behind a reaction that’s vital for medicines through to sustainable materials. A step forward for greener chemistry 🎉
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
#SustainableChemicalTechnologies
Scientists discover key to solving an 80-year-old chemistry puzzle
Molecular 'reshuffle' could be a game-changer for fine chemical processes used in wide applications from drug manufacture to advanced materials.
www.bath.ac.uk
January 7, 2026 at 11:07 AM
80-year-old chemistry mystery solved! 🧪
ISCC member Dr Matthew Grayson @bathchem.bsky.social has cracked the mechanism behind a reaction that’s vital for medicines through to sustainable materials. A step forward for greener chemistry 🎉
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
#SustainableChemicalTechnologies
ISCC member Dr Matthew Grayson @bathchem.bsky.social has cracked the mechanism behind a reaction that’s vital for medicines through to sustainable materials. A step forward for greener chemistry 🎉
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
#SustainableChemicalTechnologies
We were delighted to host our end of year festive drinks and snacks yesterday afternoon.
Thank you to all who came, it was a great way to start to get into the holiday spirit! #sustainability #innovation #climatechange #research #festiveseason #celebrations
Thank you to all who came, it was a great way to start to get into the holiday spirit! #sustainability #innovation #climatechange #research #festiveseason #celebrations
December 19, 2025 at 11:06 AM
We were delighted to host our end of year festive drinks and snacks yesterday afternoon.
Thank you to all who came, it was a great way to start to get into the holiday spirit! #sustainability #innovation #climatechange #research #festiveseason #celebrations
Thank you to all who came, it was a great way to start to get into the holiday spirit! #sustainability #innovation #climatechange #research #festiveseason #celebrations
Congrats to Dr Alexander Cresswell on winning the 2026 UK Academic Process Chemistry Award for his light-driven catalytic method enabling greener drug & agrochemical production! Read more #ResearchImpact www.soci.org/awards/socie...
December 19, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Congrats to Dr Alexander Cresswell on winning the 2026 UK Academic Process Chemistry Award for his light-driven catalytic method enabling greener drug & agrochemical production! Read more #ResearchImpact www.soci.org/awards/socie...
Welcome Laksham Sanassee to ISCC as a King’s Commonwealth Fellow! His PhD will develop sustainable prosthetic liners for better comfort, performance & antimicrobial properties. #Innovation #HealthTech #sustainability www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
Laksham Sanassee, King’s Commonwealth Fellow joins Bath Institute of Sustainability & Climate Change
Mauritian academic to lead research in sustainable prosthetics and strengthen scientific capacity in Small Island Developing States.
www.bath.ac.uk
December 19, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Welcome Laksham Sanassee to ISCC as a King’s Commonwealth Fellow! His PhD will develop sustainable prosthetic liners for better comfort, performance & antimicrobial properties. #Innovation #HealthTech #sustainability www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
Last 2025 seminar: Clean Energy Catalysts: Dr Andreas Phanopoulos designs nanoclusters for CO₂-to-methanol conversion, advancing circular fuel economy. Food Waste #Innovation: PhD students pitched packaging to slow ripening, tackling 45% annual produce waste.
Next seminar: 13 Jan '26 #Sustainability
Next seminar: 13 Jan '26 #Sustainability
December 19, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Last 2025 seminar: Clean Energy Catalysts: Dr Andreas Phanopoulos designs nanoclusters for CO₂-to-methanol conversion, advancing circular fuel economy. Food Waste #Innovation: PhD students pitched packaging to slow ripening, tackling 45% annual produce waste.
Next seminar: 13 Jan '26 #Sustainability
Next seminar: 13 Jan '26 #Sustainability
Dr Husband's research focuses on developing low-carbon chemical technologies that support the transition to a circular economy.
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #ChemSky #GreenChemistry #SustainableChemistry @jonhusband.bsky.social
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #ChemSky #GreenChemistry #SustainableChemistry @jonhusband.bsky.social
September 12, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Dr Husband's research focuses on developing low-carbon chemical technologies that support the transition to a circular economy.
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #ChemSky #GreenChemistry #SustainableChemistry @jonhusband.bsky.social
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #ChemSky #GreenChemistry #SustainableChemistry @jonhusband.bsky.social
Dr Hampton’s work explores how individuals and communities respond to #climatechange, with recent projects focusing on high-income earners, new parents, and children’s climate engagement.
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #SocSky #AcademicSky @samhampton.bsky.social
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #SocSky #AcademicSky @samhampton.bsky.social
Dr Sam Hampton joins ISCC to explore how society responds to climate change
Dr Sam Hampton brings expertise in climate engagement, policy, and behavioural change to his new role as Fellow in Social Transformations.
www.bath.ac.uk
September 12, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Dr Hampton’s work explores how individuals and communities respond to #climatechange, with recent projects focusing on high-income earners, new parents, and children’s climate engagement.
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #SocSky #AcademicSky @samhampton.bsky.social
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #SocSky #AcademicSky @samhampton.bsky.social
Dr Doliente's work focuses on low-carbon and circular technologies, process systems engineering, and industrial ecology.
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #CircularSystems #IndustrialEcology #AcademicSky
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #CircularSystems #IndustrialEcology #AcademicSky
Dr Stephen Salve Doliente joins ISCC to advance sustainable systems research
Dr Doliente brings expertise in chemical and energy engineering, whole-systems analysis, and industrial ecology to his role as Fellow in Sustainable Systems.
www.bath.ac.uk
September 12, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Dr Doliente's work focuses on low-carbon and circular technologies, process systems engineering, and industrial ecology.
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #CircularSystems #IndustrialEcology #AcademicSky
www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
#GreenSky #CircularSystems #IndustrialEcology #AcademicSky
Proud to announce the appointment of three new Fellows to @bath-iscc.bsky.social
Dr Stephen Doliente, Dr Sam Hampton, and Dr Jon Husband join ISCC as Fellows in Sustainable Systems, Social Transformations, and Sustainable Chemical Technologies respectively.
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
Dr Stephen Doliente, Dr Sam Hampton, and Dr Jon Husband join ISCC as Fellows in Sustainable Systems, Social Transformations, and Sustainable Chemical Technologies respectively.
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
September 12, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Proud to announce the appointment of three new Fellows to @bath-iscc.bsky.social
Dr Stephen Doliente, Dr Sam Hampton, and Dr Jon Husband join ISCC as Fellows in Sustainable Systems, Social Transformations, and Sustainable Chemical Technologies respectively.
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
Dr Stephen Doliente, Dr Sam Hampton, and Dr Jon Husband join ISCC as Fellows in Sustainable Systems, Social Transformations, and Sustainable Chemical Technologies respectively.
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
Delighted to host Prof Cristina García Fontán @udc.gal this summer. Her visit brought fresh perspectives on climate resilience, heritage, and urban innovation, from Santiago de Compostela to Sydney Gardens in #Bath.
A brilliant example of Global Excellence in action: www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
A brilliant example of Global Excellence in action: www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
September 4, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Delighted to host Prof Cristina García Fontán @udc.gal this summer. Her visit brought fresh perspectives on climate resilience, heritage, and urban innovation, from Santiago de Compostela to Sydney Gardens in #Bath.
A brilliant example of Global Excellence in action: www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
A brilliant example of Global Excellence in action: www.bath.ac.uk/case-studies...
Co-edited by Prof Lorraine Whitmarsh MBE (ISCC) and Dr John Jamir Benzon Aruta, EPR will spotlight the vital links between human behaviour and the environment.
Be among the first to publish: bps.org.uk/news/new-bps-environmental-psychology-journal-now-open-submissions
@bpsenvpsych.bsky.social
Be among the first to publish: bps.org.uk/news/new-bps-environmental-psychology-journal-now-open-submissions
@bpsenvpsych.bsky.social
September 1, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Co-edited by Prof Lorraine Whitmarsh MBE (ISCC) and Dr John Jamir Benzon Aruta, EPR will spotlight the vital links between human behaviour and the environment.
Be among the first to publish: bps.org.uk/news/new-bps-environmental-psychology-journal-now-open-submissions
@bpsenvpsych.bsky.social
Be among the first to publish: bps.org.uk/news/new-bps-environmental-psychology-journal-now-open-submissions
@bpsenvpsych.bsky.social
#InTheNews: The British Psychological Society ( @bpsofficial.bsky.social ) has launched its first fully #OpenAccess journal — Environmental Psychology Research — in partnership with Wiley!
#EnvironmentalPsychology #ClimateAction #PsychScience #greensky @lwhitmarsh.bsky.social
#EnvironmentalPsychology #ClimateAction #PsychScience #greensky @lwhitmarsh.bsky.social
New BPS environmental psychology journal is now open for submissions | BPS
The BPS, in partnership with Wiley, is expanding its portfolio of journals in 2026 with the launch of Environmental Psychology Research (EPR).
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September 1, 2025 at 8:58 AM
#InTheNews: The British Psychological Society ( @bpsofficial.bsky.social ) has launched its first fully #OpenAccess journal — Environmental Psychology Research — in partnership with Wiley!
#EnvironmentalPsychology #ClimateAction #PsychScience #greensky @lwhitmarsh.bsky.social
#EnvironmentalPsychology #ClimateAction #PsychScience #greensky @lwhitmarsh.bsky.social
🌐 500+ researchers expected
💡 Cutting-edge ideas & real-world solutions
🤝 Talks, discussions & public events
👉 Learn more: www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
💡 Cutting-edge ideas & real-world solutions
🤝 Talks, discussions & public events
👉 Learn more: www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
University of Bath to host global sustainability conference in 2026
Hundreds of sustainability researchers and experts from across the globe will be hosted by the University of Bath in September 2026.
www.bath.ac.uk
August 28, 2025 at 2:17 PM
🌐 500+ researchers expected
💡 Cutting-edge ideas & real-world solutions
🤝 Talks, discussions & public events
👉 Learn more: www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
💡 Cutting-edge ideas & real-world solutions
🤝 Talks, discussions & public events
👉 Learn more: www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
@yixiansun.bsky.social, Conference Chair and ISCC core member, said: "It’s a chance to showcase Bath’s work and join global conversations on protecting our planet."
#UniversityOfBath #ESG2026 #ClimateAction #GlobalConference #ISCC
#UniversityOfBath #ESG2026 #ClimateAction #GlobalConference #ISCC
August 28, 2025 at 2:17 PM
@yixiansun.bsky.social, Conference Chair and ISCC core member, said: "It’s a chance to showcase Bath’s work and join global conversations on protecting our planet."
#UniversityOfBath #ESG2026 #ClimateAction #GlobalConference #ISCC
#UniversityOfBath #ESG2026 #ClimateAction #GlobalConference #ISCC
Excited to announce @uniofbath.bsky.social is hosting the Earth System Governance Conference in Sept 2026, a major international gathering focused on #sustainability, #climategovernance & #environmentalpolicy.
August 28, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Excited to announce @uniofbath.bsky.social is hosting the Earth System Governance Conference in Sept 2026, a major international gathering focused on #sustainability, #climategovernance & #environmentalpolicy.
Reusable #PET bottles could be a game-changer for UK beverage #packaging.
A new Joint Industry Project by @icast-cleantech.bsky.social & Petainer shows they outperform single-use PET & glass in emissions, material use & energy.
icast.org.uk/investigatin...
#greensky #circular #reuse
A new Joint Industry Project by @icast-cleantech.bsky.social & Petainer shows they outperform single-use PET & glass in emissions, material use & energy.
icast.org.uk/investigatin...
#greensky #circular #reuse
Investigating the environmental benefits of reusable PET bottles – Our work with Petainer | iCAST Investigating the environmental benefits of reusable PET bottles – Our work with Petainer ...
icast.org.uk
August 27, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Reusable #PET bottles could be a game-changer for UK beverage #packaging.
A new Joint Industry Project by @icast-cleantech.bsky.social & Petainer shows they outperform single-use PET & glass in emissions, material use & energy.
icast.org.uk/investigatin...
#greensky #circular #reuse
A new Joint Industry Project by @icast-cleantech.bsky.social & Petainer shows they outperform single-use PET & glass in emissions, material use & energy.
icast.org.uk/investigatin...
#greensky #circular #reuse
Since launching in November 2021, iCAST has successfully delivered over 40 Joint Industry Projects (JIPs) with a total investment of £3.8 M, resulting in member companies securing more than £30 M (£6.6 M in grants and £25.3 M in private investment) to develop their sustainable technologies further.
July 25, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Since launching in November 2021, iCAST has successfully delivered over 40 Joint Industry Projects (JIPs) with a total investment of £3.8 M, resulting in member companies securing more than £30 M (£6.6 M in grants and £25.3 M in private investment) to develop their sustainable technologies further.
The University of Bath's latest impact report shows how #education, #research and #innovation drive economic growth, and iCAST (Innovation Centre for Applied Sustainable Technologies) is proud to be part of this success.
@icast-cleantech.bsky.social
@icast-cleantech.bsky.social
For 60 years we've been proud to call Bath our home. Through our education, research and innovation, we boost skills, create jobs, widen opportunities and support inclusive growth in the city and beyond.
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July 25, 2025 at 12:41 PM
The University of Bath's latest impact report shows how #education, #research and #innovation drive economic growth, and iCAST (Innovation Centre for Applied Sustainable Technologies) is proud to be part of this success.
@icast-cleantech.bsky.social
@icast-cleantech.bsky.social
Jane Goodall's wisdom rings true: 'What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make'.
July 8, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Jane Goodall's wisdom rings true: 'What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make'.
#SummerShowcase2025: 'If #sustainability is the goal, #greenchemistry will show the way!' Prof Walter Leitner of @maxplanck.de inspires #chemists to use their creativity for better processes & new products.
#greenchemistry #greensky #chemsky @uniofbath.bsky.social
#greenchemistry #greensky #chemsky @uniofbath.bsky.social
July 8, 2025 at 3:47 PM
#SummerShowcase2025: 'If #sustainability is the goal, #greenchemistry will show the way!' Prof Walter Leitner of @maxplanck.de inspires #chemists to use their creativity for better processes & new products.
#greenchemistry #greensky #chemsky @uniofbath.bsky.social
#greenchemistry #greensky #chemsky @uniofbath.bsky.social
#SummerShowcase2025: Prof Stephen Doliente focuses on the 'how', providing concrete tools and evidence for #netzero industries through industrial ecology. His work on #criticalminerals recycling and material-energy systems shows that good planning makes the #energy transition achievable.
July 8, 2025 at 3:13 PM
#SummerShowcase2025: Prof Stephen Doliente focuses on the 'how', providing concrete tools and evidence for #netzero industries through industrial ecology. His work on #criticalminerals recycling and material-energy systems shows that good planning makes the #energy transition achievable.