Institute for Environmental Futures
The climate and biodiversity crises demand urgent action to secure a habitable planet and a sustainable and just future for humankind. Global warming is almost certain now to exceed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels at least for a period of time. Rapid reductions in greenhouse gas emissions are more important than ever. At the same time, countries and people must also adapt to environmental changes that are already occurring or can no longer be avoided.
The Institute for Environmental Futures brings together expertise from across the University of Leicester to understand environmental changes and co-develop solutions with communities, governments, businesses and other partners. We combine science and technology with insights about health, society, culture, policy and economics to create sustainable, resilient and just environmental futures.
An introduction to the Institute for Environmental Futures by the institute’s director, Professor Heiko Balzter.
