SusSEd session 2 - What threatens biodiversity, & why should I care?
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The Diamond Lecture Theatre 9
40 Leavygreave Road Sheffield S3 7RD United KingdomDescription
The Sustainability Skills & Education (SusSEd) series is a collection of engaging and interactive lunchtime talks and workshops, designed to give you the knowledge and skills needed to bring about a more sustainable world. Delivered by inspiring speakers from across the university, these sessions will cover all different aspects of sustainabilty, and will be held every Tuesday & Thursday, 12-1pm. Whether you're pushing to develop the skills needed to make a real difference or just want to hear more about what sustainability entails, everyone is welcome at our free sessions!
Our second talk will be delivered by Professor Colin Osborne, and is titled 'What threatens biodiversity, & why should I care?' Colin is the Associate Director of the university's Grantham Centre for Sustainable Futures and a Professor of Plant Biology in Animal & Plant Sciences. Colin's interactive session will take us on a journey exploring the threats to global biodiversity and the potential consequences that biodiversity loss could have for our own lives. Join Colin on Tuesday 9th Feb, 12-1pm in Diamond Lecture Theatre 9.
Please note booking your place for these talks is not strictly necessary, but it will help the organisers greatly and allow you to avoid disappointment should the venue become full. Thank you.
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The University of Sheffield is aiming to reduce it's environmental impact and promote sustainability by taking part in the national Green Impact scheme. This behaviour change scheme empowers staff and students to make small changes in their everyday lives that can make a big difference to sustainability, and rewards them for their efforts. Several other projects run alongside the Green Impact scheme, including the SusSEd series. For more information, visit our social media pages, or see our website (www.greenimpact.group.shef.ac.uk)