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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · 26d

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

Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · 26d

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

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

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · 26d

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

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

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · 26d

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...

Headshots of Dr Stephen Doliente, Dr Sam Hampton, and Dr Jon Husband against a green blurry background.

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Sep 4

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...

The Obelisk in Queen Square park in Bath

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Sep 1

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

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Sep 1

#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

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).

bps.org.uk

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Aug 28

🌐 500+ researchers expected
💡 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

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Aug 28

@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

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Aug 28

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.

An aerial image of Bath, including the River Avon and hills in the background

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Aug 27

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

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

Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 25

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.

Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 25

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

The University of Bath @uniofbath.bsky.social · Jul 24

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.

Find out more in this new report ⤵️

www.bath.ac.uk/campaigns/ou...

A celebratory graduation scene showing a group of people in caps and gowns. One person in the foreground is smiling and hugging another. The background is softly blurred to emphasize the joyful moment. Overlaid text reads: “UNIVERSITY OF BATH — How much does the University of Bath contribute to the city and the region? Here’s what Oxford Economics found when it looked at how the University drove skills, investment, jobs, innovation and growth in 2023/24.”

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

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'.

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

#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

Prof Walter Leitner argues that green chemistry can show the way for sustainability.

Slide showing two quotes: Max Planck: "Insight must precede application." Jane Goodall: "What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make."

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

#systemsscience #sustainablesystems #greensky @uniofbath.bsky.social

Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

#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.

Dr Stephen Doliente presents his work on rebranding sustainable systems and exploring the material world and green growth.

A slide that describes Stephen's research vision: To provide tools, skills and evidence of net zero industries compatible with the economy, societies and environment, through industrial ecology-inspired chemical and systems engineering.

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

#greensky

Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

#SummerShowcase2025: Prof Cristina García Fontán ( @udc.gal ) proves that climate resilience isn't just about tech. It's about BEAUTY, community, and local solutions! Her people-environment research bridges citizens, experts, business & institutions to create landscapes that work for everyone.

Prof Cristina Garcia Fontan presents her work on climate resilient landscapes.

A slide on the New European Bauhaus initiative.

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

@nctcharity.bsky.social ‪@womensinstitute.bsky.social‬ @uniofbath.bsky.social #greensky #psysky #socsky #socsci

Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

#SummerShowcase2025: Dr Sam Hampton (@samhampton.bsky.social) reveals that MORE people care about #climatechange than we think. The key to breaking climate silence? Meeting people where they are, and grassroots communities like NCT, WI & the Green Salon Collective are already leading the way.

Dr Sam Hampton presents his research on public and business engagement for climate action

PPT slide showing that behaviour and lifestyle change is widely supported.

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

@uniofbath.bsky.social #greensky #chemsky #sustainability

Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

#SummerShowcase: Dr Jon Husband (@jonhusband.bsky.social) shows how #chemists can make #plastics more sustainable rather than replacing them entirely - reducing greenhouse gas emissions through better materials and recycling solutions for items like polystyrene and disposable gloves.

Dr Jon Husband presents his research on low temperature depolymerisation of consumer viny plastics.

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Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

Much food for thought on #energypolicy, including new #security risks to consider, such as #cyberattacks on infrastructure, #criticalminerals, and long subsea electric cables.

#sustainability #greensky

Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) @bath-iscc.bsky.social · Jul 8

#SummerShowcase2025: Day 2 is underway, opening with keynote speaker @watsonjim.bsky.social, Professor of Energy Policy at @ucl.ac.uk, who shares his perspectives on the evolving #energy landscape and the role of #research in shaping #policy.

Prof Jim Watson introduces his presentation on 'Research, evidence and UK energy policy'.

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