Prof. Tav
@tavisp.bsky.social
Professor, gamer, explorer and silly person. My feed is a mix of sustainability research, climate justice and transitions, geek culture and politics. Wyong lad.
An alternative and much more positive viewpoint as opposed to the rubbish put out by the leader of the UK Conservatives today. This is pure positioning for Offshore Europe tomorrow. I look forward.. kinda...to presenting this on the Fri panel.
www.abdn.ac.uk/news/opinion...
www.abdn.ac.uk/news/opinion...
Decarbonisation is not deindustrialisation - it's the UK's best chance for economic renewal and a just transition
There is a substantive amount of debate about the nature and shape of the future UK economy in the context of achieving Net Zero. This has, rightly so, been focused on the regions, places and sectors ...
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August 31, 2025 at 10:31 AM
An alternative and much more positive viewpoint as opposed to the rubbish put out by the leader of the UK Conservatives today. This is pure positioning for Offshore Europe tomorrow. I look forward.. kinda...to presenting this on the Fri panel.
www.abdn.ac.uk/news/opinion...
www.abdn.ac.uk/news/opinion...
Don't let the stats get in the way of a good political fabrication...
August 7, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Don't let the stats get in the way of a good political fabrication...
Aside from all that... Scottish summer is just magic ATM. Hope your having a good one wherever you are.
August 2, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Aside from all that... Scottish summer is just magic ATM. Hope your having a good one wherever you are.
The formation of the new @yourpartyuk.bsky.social been described as 'chaotic'. Don't confuse this with energy and vibrancy.. 600k have joined. Its a movement that will shake things up. Its exciting to do politics this way. But we do need proper process and formal means of engagement to follow.
August 1, 2025 at 10:27 AM
The formation of the new @yourpartyuk.bsky.social been described as 'chaotic'. Don't confuse this with energy and vibrancy.. 600k have joined. Its a movement that will shake things up. Its exciting to do politics this way. But we do need proper process and formal means of engagement to follow.
#yourpartyuk this is why I joined.
This is far from definitive, and the dialogue needs to happen, but I would argue that the new left progressive party needs to focus on 3 issues.
1. Palestine.
2. Poverty.
3. Planet.
There is a 4th which is more process oriented. Politics. The biggest challenge and opp is uniting the left.
1. Palestine.
2. Poverty.
3. Planet.
There is a 4th which is more process oriented. Politics. The biggest challenge and opp is uniting the left.
July 26, 2025 at 10:09 PM
#yourpartyuk this is why I joined.
This is far from definitive, and the dialogue needs to happen, but I would argue that the new left progressive party needs to focus on 3 issues.
1. Palestine.
2. Poverty.
3. Planet.
There is a 4th which is more process oriented. Politics. The biggest challenge and opp is uniting the left.
1. Palestine.
2. Poverty.
3. Planet.
There is a 4th which is more process oriented. Politics. The biggest challenge and opp is uniting the left.
July 26, 2025 at 6:16 PM
This is far from definitive, and the dialogue needs to happen, but I would argue that the new left progressive party needs to focus on 3 issues.
1. Palestine.
2. Poverty.
3. Planet.
There is a 4th which is more process oriented. Politics. The biggest challenge and opp is uniting the left.
1. Palestine.
2. Poverty.
3. Planet.
There is a 4th which is more process oriented. Politics. The biggest challenge and opp is uniting the left.
Ahh.. thankfully some factual and reasoned information if you care to look. High levels of 2024 immigration driven by work / skilled visas and international students. All who massively contribute economically and socially to the UK.
migrationobservatory.ox.ac.uk/resources/br...
migrationobservatory.ox.ac.uk/resources/br...
Net migration to the UK - Migration Observatory
An overview of net migration in the UK – defined as the difference between immigration and emigration of people moving for at least a year.
migrationobservatory.ox.ac.uk
May 17, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Ahh.. thankfully some factual and reasoned information if you care to look. High levels of 2024 immigration driven by work / skilled visas and international students. All who massively contribute economically and socially to the UK.
migrationobservatory.ox.ac.uk/resources/br...
migrationobservatory.ox.ac.uk/resources/br...
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Canada stands with Heard Island!!
@heardislandgov.bsky.social
@heardislandgov.bsky.social
April 3, 2025 at 5:55 AM
Canada stands with Heard Island!!
@heardislandgov.bsky.social
@heardislandgov.bsky.social
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Dr Patrick Hart, a Bristol GP of 8 years and doctor for 11 years, is currently serving a 12-month prison sentence…
…for climate protest.
…for climate protest.
Vigil to be held for jailed Bristol GP and medical activist Dr Patrick Hart
Bristol GP sparks citywide debate on the duty of a doctor to prevent future deaths as a public health advocate
westenglandbylines.co.uk
March 29, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Dr Patrick Hart, a Bristol GP of 8 years and doctor for 11 years, is currently serving a 12-month prison sentence…
…for climate protest.
…for climate protest.
‘The heat you need at a reasonable price’: how district heating can speed the switch to clean energy www.theguardian.com/environment/...
‘The heat you need at a reasonable price’: how district heating can speed the switch to clean energy
In Sweden, most residential heating and hot water comes from heating networks – helping to pool resources and innovation
www.theguardian.com
March 29, 2025 at 7:55 AM
‘The heat you need at a reasonable price’: how district heating can speed the switch to clean energy www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Very excited to be launching our project JUST-Systems tomorrow. In final prep & thinking about how to bring together people and ideas to develop a whole systems approach to a people centred transition. Fundamentally its connecting a better quality of life to Net Zero.
www.abdn.ac.uk/news/23986/
www.abdn.ac.uk/news/23986/
Aberdeen researchers drive £5.7million cross-UK 'whole system' approach to Just Transition
An Aberdeen-led research programme that puts people and communities at the centre of the move to Net Zero is one of two national projects benefitting from a share of nearly £10m investment by UKRI.
www.abdn.ac.uk
March 19, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Very excited to be launching our project JUST-Systems tomorrow. In final prep & thinking about how to bring together people and ideas to develop a whole systems approach to a people centred transition. Fundamentally its connecting a better quality of life to Net Zero.
www.abdn.ac.uk/news/23986/
www.abdn.ac.uk/news/23986/
@vladtepes73.bsky.social ahoy you big lug! Hope you are wonderfully well.
March 15, 2025 at 5:42 PM
@vladtepes73.bsky.social ahoy you big lug! Hope you are wonderfully well.
I've come a way on nuclear energy. From student protests in the 90s in Aus to perhaps more mature environmental views. We will soon launch new research on nuclear and a just transition in Scotland. Short answer, I believe it has a role to play in decarb energy mix.
www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Why Highlands needs SNP to stop blocking nuclear power projects
Nuclear-generated electricity is a more climate-friendly route to energy security than fossil fuels
www.scotsman.com
March 5, 2025 at 6:46 AM
I've come a way on nuclear energy. From student protests in the 90s in Aus to perhaps more mature environmental views. We will soon launch new research on nuclear and a just transition in Scotland. Short answer, I believe it has a role to play in decarb energy mix.
www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
The fossil fuel industry can't be trusted with a just energy transition. There has been goodwill, dialogue & difficult conversations (which will continue) but at the end of the day, these statements show the truth - a lack of commitment to a genuine transition.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BP shuns renewables in return to oil and gas
The energy giant has announced its strategy after rivals also rowed back on green energy plans.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 26, 2025 at 12:31 PM
The fossil fuel industry can't be trusted with a just energy transition. There has been goodwill, dialogue & difficult conversations (which will continue) but at the end of the day, these statements show the truth - a lack of commitment to a genuine transition.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
UK's Green economy is booming. While there are challenges with delivery and pace, it's clear that decarbonisation is a key driver of growth. The populists refused to comment... 😂
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Britain’s net zero economy is booming, CBI says
Green sector growing at triple the rate of the UK economy, providing high-wage jobs and increasing energy security
www.theguardian.com
February 24, 2025 at 7:45 AM
UK's Green economy is booming. While there are challenges with delivery and pace, it's clear that decarbonisation is a key driver of growth. The populists refused to comment... 😂
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Bloody Koala tea... not bad actually.
February 15, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Bloody Koala tea... not bad actually.
@nswalc.bsky.social Just a gday from a Wyong lad (central coast) living in Scotland. Good to keep up with the news from you.
February 15, 2025 at 1:55 PM
@nswalc.bsky.social Just a gday from a Wyong lad (central coast) living in Scotland. Good to keep up with the news from you.
Last night on Svalbard. Been a great week running a role-playing game on the future of the Arctic working with students and staff here at the University Centre on Svalbard.
www.unis.no
www.unis.no
UNIS
UNIS is about more than just the classroom. Be prepared for and get the most out of your semester in Longyearbyen. Search all courses Apply here UNISprout is a project designed to support the planned…
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February 11, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Last night on Svalbard. Been a great week running a role-playing game on the future of the Arctic working with students and staff here at the University Centre on Svalbard.
www.unis.no
www.unis.no
We are really excited to get stared on JUST-Systems in the UK bringing together transdisciplinary systems approaches to empower communities for Net Zero. Thanks to SRA-EHL for supporting our vision and dialogues.
www.energy-homes-livelihoods.ac.uk/2025/01/30/j...
www.energy-homes-livelihoods.ac.uk/2025/01/30/j...
JUST-Systems Project Secures Share of £10M UKRI Grant – Scottish Research Alliance for Energy, Homes and Livelihoods
www.energy-homes-livelihoods.ac.uk
January 31, 2025 at 1:45 PM
We are really excited to get stared on JUST-Systems in the UK bringing together transdisciplinary systems approaches to empower communities for Net Zero. Thanks to SRA-EHL for supporting our vision and dialogues.
www.energy-homes-livelihoods.ac.uk/2025/01/30/j...
www.energy-homes-livelihoods.ac.uk/2025/01/30/j...
Very excited to get started on our JUST-Systems research program developing people centred approaches to transition in the UK. Building local capacity, skills and economies around climate action.
We are very excited in the JTL team to announce the launch of JUST-Systems, a £5.6 million research program facilitating place based and people centred approaches to Net Zero. Stay with us for updates as we begin this journey!
www.edie.net/aberdeen-sec...
www.edie.net/aberdeen-sec...
January 26, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Very excited to get started on our JUST-Systems research program developing people centred approaches to transition in the UK. Building local capacity, skills and economies around climate action.
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Our TRANSECTS project website is live! - transects.org.uk/news/
Follow along with us as we examine coastal energy transitions in Orkney, Hull, and Aberdeenshire over the next three years!
Follow along with us as we examine coastal energy transitions in Orkney, Hull, and Aberdeenshire over the next three years!
TRANSECT Latest Updates on Coastal Energy Transitions
Stay informed with TRANSECTS' latest news on energy transition research and events impacting coastal communities
transects.org.uk
December 18, 2024 at 11:07 AM
Our TRANSECTS project website is live! - transects.org.uk/news/
Follow along with us as we examine coastal energy transitions in Orkney, Hull, and Aberdeenshire over the next three years!
Follow along with us as we examine coastal energy transitions in Orkney, Hull, and Aberdeenshire over the next three years!
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A $10,000 fine issued to Santos for a large oil spill off the coast of WA is little more than a slap on the wrist for the multi-billion-dollar gas company.
But it’s a slap in the face for anyone concerned with protecting Australia’s natural environment #auspol
Our release ⤵️
But it’s a slap in the face for anyone concerned with protecting Australia’s natural environment #auspol
Our release ⤵️
January 8, 2025 at 1:43 AM
A $10,000 fine issued to Santos for a large oil spill off the coast of WA is little more than a slap on the wrist for the multi-billion-dollar gas company.
But it’s a slap in the face for anyone concerned with protecting Australia’s natural environment #auspol
Our release ⤵️
But it’s a slap in the face for anyone concerned with protecting Australia’s natural environment #auspol
Our release ⤵️
Starting 2025 as I intend to continue though the year.. a good dose of hobby. #40k #Bloodangels. Make the space for work and life (what ever that passion is) in 2025 friends.
January 1, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Starting 2025 as I intend to continue though the year.. a good dose of hobby. #40k #Bloodangels. Make the space for work and life (what ever that passion is) in 2025 friends.
My first dip into Bluesky. Well.. not a great year for sustainability..challenges immense, particularly on climate justice. Opportunities are there.. and capacity for disruptive solutions...green shoots. will see in 2025. Watch this space! Have a safe, sustainable and peaceful festive period. 🙏
December 23, 2024 at 2:12 PM
My first dip into Bluesky. Well.. not a great year for sustainability..challenges immense, particularly on climate justice. Opportunities are there.. and capacity for disruptive solutions...green shoots. will see in 2025. Watch this space! Have a safe, sustainable and peaceful festive period. 🙏