Climate Change Research

Science into Action

Climate change is a topic of importance to both national and local governments . A range of Research Council funded research on climate change related to the work of Local Authorities was showcased at this seminar which explored how greater collaboration between Local Authorities and the research community can be achieved. The seminar included presentations of research, workshops and an open forum.

• Programme and Presentation Summaries

• Delegate List

• Research Council Investments in Climate Change Research (Steven Wilson)

• Decarbonising the UK (Alice Bows)

• Delivering Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions (Paul Flemming and Ross Willmott)

• A Low Carbon Vision for Buildings: Theory and Practice (Tadj Oreszczyn)

• Engaging the Community (Bruce Tofield)

• Geohazards and Climate Change (Matthew Harrison)

• How Can Local Authorities Support & Encourage the Process of Behaviour Change? (David Ballard)

• Changing Lifestyles, Attitudes and Behaviour (Kate Dracup-Jones)

• Birmingham Strategic Partnership: Sustainability (Keith Budden)

• "Warmth from Wood" Initiative (Jeff Kirton)

• Chair's Summary (Steve Waller)

Date: 15/03/2006

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