From biotech, to circular economy, to hydrogen, we discussed a range of topics and voiced our opinions on how we can tackle the issue of climate change.
On the 27th of November the Natural Products BioHUB held a event in collaboration with Wales Climate Week 2024, to discuss the impact of climate change on our local community.
Centred around a discussion on how flooding and changing temperature is affecting our local community, the discussion began with a round table talk, headed by Professor Kirsti Bohata, which debated the impact of trees, the importance of beavers, and biophilic living. This was later followed by three interesting talks; Dr. Steve Slocombe, who discussed algal biotechnology and climate change, Hannah Morris, who spoke on the circular economy and businesses, and lastly Professor James Courtney who presented on the opportunity to fight climate change.
Image: Hannah Morris, ARCS
It was truly inspiring to gather individuals passionate about addressing climate change. Each participant brought unique perspectives and solutions, highlighting the diversity of thought in tackling this global challenge. The most significant takeaway is the unwavering determination among people to create positive change, with many already implementing climate-friendly practices within their own homes.
On Tuesday, 3rd December we attended another climate conversations event in Swansea University’s School of Management. The event was held by Our Climate Classroom, and attended by people of all ages, ranging from primary school children to retirees. The round table discussions gave us insights into what we can be doing locally to help tackle the effects of climate change, and the discussion quickly moved to recycling, and how that is something we can be doing individually, in our homes and workplaces, to help make a difference.
The event was highly informative and offered a great networking opportunity. We hope to continue working with Our Classroom Climate to help bring information to the younger generations, and ensure that they have the knowledge and tools to help combat climate change from a young age.
Image: Dr. Steve Slocombe and Our Classroom Climate panel
We made some exciting and valuable connections at these events, which will hopefully lead to the creation of some interesting new projects and technologies. NP BioHUB Project officer, Caitlin Matthews, said “The key message that seems to have come out of both events is that even when it feels much bigger than us, there are ways in which you and I can create positive change to tackle the current climate crisis, and that just by having these types of conversations, we're already taking a step in the right direction.”
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