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Introducing SHAping Sustainable Futures
The Institute for Policy and Engagement is pleased to invite interested parties from across the university to attend this introduction to the SHAping Sustainable Futures research hub.
About the Hub
Developed in collaboration with the Faculty for Social Sciences, this hub is an online resource dedicated to showcasing the value of our social science research for developing policy around climate change, sustainability and the net zero challenge.
The rationale behind the Hub is an acknowledgement that the challenge of creating a sustainable future is as much a social challenge as a technical one. This new Hub collates relevant research in a systematic format that is designed to be accessible for policy audiences. It will provide a sustainable ongoing home for impact in this area, supporting our social science research and researchers to engage with policy makers and the public.
About this event
This internal event is an opportunity for interested members of the University to learn more about the Hub, the research it features, and ongoing plans for the Hub and the wider University in this area. It will be followed by a wine reception and small buffet to give interested parties a chance to network and discuss potential future collaborations in this area.
It is open to UoN staff from any team or Faculty interested in learning more about the hub and the wider strategic landscape for research in this area at the University of Nottingham. While we encourage staff to attend in person where possible, talks will also be streamed online for those unable to do so.
Please note that due to the nature of this event, it is not suitable for external audiences. If you are not a member of staff and are interested in the hub, please contact the institute team at theinstitute@nottingham.ac.uk.
If you are planning to attend, please ensure that you register online here. Registration deadline: 17th April 2023.
Programme:
16:15 - 16:30 Arrival and refreshments
16:30 - 16:40 Introduction – Stephen Meek
16:40 - 17:00 Hub overview – Gabrielle Bunn
17:00 - 17:30 Selection of short talks on current initiatives
17:30 - 17:55 Presentations on selected projects
17:55 - 18:00 Conclusion and wrap up
18:00 onwards Wine reception and refreshments
Please register online here.