The Challenges facing 21st Century Critical Metals: from Mantle to Mine to Magnet

24 November 2021, 12:00 to 13:00. Research seminar. Guest speaker: Professor Adrian Finch (School of Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of St Andrews) AbstractWith COP26 just completed, many countries around the globe have made commitments to decarbonise their economies. The route chosen usually involves the use of ‘renewable’ energies such as wind turbines and electric … Read more

Miss Tampon Liberty: Jay Critchley and ‘Environmenstrual’ Art since 1970

11 November 2021, 13:00 to 14:00. Research seminar. Guest speaker: Dr Camilla Mørk Røstvik (University of Aberdeen) Abstract In the 1970s and 80s, when menstruation was generally considered taboo, artist Jay Critchley made art out of discarded plastic tampon applicators washed up and collected on local beaches. With no idea what the items were used for, Critchley could not … Read more

SIMULATION-LED: St Andrews as an active partner in the United for Smart, Sustainable Cities U4SSC initiative

3 November 2021, 12:00 to 13:00. Research seminar. Guest speaker: Moya Crawford (Managing Director D’Arcy Thompson Simulator Centre) Abstract As part of its contract to install the D’Arcy Thompson Simulator @ Eden Campus, using funding from the Tay Cities Deal, St Andrews has been enrolled in the United for Smart, Sustainable Cities programme. This has over … Read more

STACEES outreach: local class group visit exhibition

28 October 2021. A local primary 7 class doing a project on climate change joined us at the STACEES exhibition in St Salvator’s Quad. The pupils enjoyed talks by some of the researchers whose photographs feature in the exhibition:  – Dr James Rae (School of Earth and Environmental Sciences) – Dr Emilka Skrzypek (Department of … Read more

Dive in! Protecting Our Ocean

12 October 2021, 12:00 to 13:00. Research seminar. Guest speakers: Claire Robinson & Lily Barnes (Museum Collections) Join us for another great talk by Claire Robinson & Lily Barnes (Museum Collections) entitled ‘Dive in! Protecting Our Ocean’. The Museums of the University of St Andrews are working in partnership with the Scottish Oceans Institute, MASTS and consultants in … Read more

Exhibition Showcasing Climate and Sustainability Research at St Andrews

17 September until 31 October 2021. St Salvator’s Quadrangle Cloisters, St Andrews University. The exhibition will enhance visibility of the world-leading research happening at St Andrews and share climate-focused knowledge with the public and members of the University community.A series of ten photographs will illuminate the breadth of our research community’s expertise, from climate science and … Read more

STACEES Sustainability Series and Exhibition Launch

17 September 2021, 13:00 – 14:00. Launch of the Sustainability Series digital booklet and the STACEES image exhibition with an in-person event in St Salvator’s Quad (Cloisters). The Sustainability Series is a collection of 15 accessibly written articles showcasing the work of members of the St Andrews Network for Climate, Energy, Environment and Sustainability (STACEES). In March, … Read more

Open Call for STACEES Image Gallery Exhibition

STACEES is curating an image gallery to be exhibited in St Salvator’s Quad from 13 September until 31 October. In the run up to the COP26 climate summit in November, we will use this opportunity to feature engaging and eye-catching images from St Andrews students and staff who are working on climate, energy, environment, and sustainability.   The … Read more

Transparency in the age of energy transition – What can data tell us about sustainability?

3 June 2021, 12:00-13:00 Research Seminar Guest speaker: Dr Aliya Tskhay Join us for another great interdisciplinary paper, this time by Dr Aliya Tskhay (School of International Relations) entitled ‘Transparency in the age of energy transition: What can data tell us about sustainability?’. This paper explores the utility of data produced within the Extractive Industries … Read more

STACEES image networking event 

26 May 2021, 11:00-12:00. STACEES networking event (with a difference!). STACEES would like to bring together members of the university community working on sustainability/climate/the environment for an informal image-based networking session. Depending on participant numbers, each participant will have a set number of minutes to talk about their image (one per person), discussing how it relates to their broader research/work. Images could … Read more