The role of education institutions in tackling climate change

13th May 2016 11:00 – 15:30

How should the education sector in the UK respond to the challenge of climate change?

What are the opportunities to put the sector at the forefront of action around the Paris agreement?

This event will address three cross-cutting themes that are central to delivering a low carbon transition:

• Education and Skills
• Research
• Finance.

Speakers: Lisa Nandy (MP and Shadow Energy Minister) has confirmed. A range of speakers from education and research have also been invited. A full programme will be sent out shortly.

Venue: University of Manchester. J17 Renold Building, which is a 5 minute stroll from the Manchester Piccadilly railway station (building number 8 on the campus map).

Date: Friday 13 May 2016

Time: 11.00am - 3.30pm

Cost: this is a free event. Lunch will be provided. UCU members will be able to claim travel expenses

Further information and enquiries: contact Graham Petersen

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