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href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/perspectives-from-the-environmental-humanities/">Perspectives from the environmental humanities</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>The rise of the environmental humanities challenge the dichotomy between humanity and nature. Tim Ingold advocates for a collaborative, relational approach inspired by environmental humanities and indigenous knowledge to dissolve boundaries between humans, nonhumans, and the environment.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/why-we-need-to-prioritise-biodiversity-in-our-urban-communities/" title="Why we need to prioritise biodiversity in our urban communities"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Inverness-river-Ness-Scotland-Shutterstock-600x400.jpg" data-srcset="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Inverness-river-Ness-Scotland-Shutterstock-600x400.jpg 600w, https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Inverness-river-Ness-Scotland-Shutterstock-900x600.jpg 900w"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2025-01-30 08:00">30 January 2025</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/why-we-need-to-prioritise-biodiversity-in-our-urban-communities/">Why we need to prioritise biodiversity in our urban communities</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>To make progress for people, place, and biodiversity, Karen Anderson argue the need for improvements in the implementation of policy and practice and changing attitudes in all parties.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/breaking-the-silo-in-environmental-community-challenges/" title="Breaking the silo in environmental community challenges"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Community-engagement-environment-Shutterstock-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2025-01-23 08:00">23 January 2025</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/breaking-the-silo-in-environmental-community-challenges/">Breaking the silo in environmental community challenges</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Diversity of communities: In addressing environmental questions related specifically to Scotland there are a range of communities who see the challenge for the point of view of their own interest group. Do we discuss environmental issues within siloes?</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/productivity-matters-a-new-era-for-scottish-businesses/" title="Productivity matters: A new era for Scottish businesses"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Bridging-innovation-gaps-Melfort-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2025-01-20 08:30">20 January 2025</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/productivity-matters-a-new-era-for-scottish-businesses/">Productivity matters: A new era for Scottish businesses</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Productivity is essential for economic progress, and structured management in SMEs can unlock untapped potential, addressing key challenges facing Scotland’s economy.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/environmental-risks-from-alternative-technologies/" title="Environmental risks from alternative technologies"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/PFAS-chemical-structure-Shutterstock-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2025-01-16 08:00">16 January 2025</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/environmental-risks-from-alternative-technologies/">Environmental risks from alternative technologies</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Jörg Feldmann highlights the need to address the unknown consequences of technological innovation on the environment and human health, particularly regarding Polyfluorinated Alkylated Substances (PFAS) and renewable energy technologies. While noting the benefits of innovation, he questions the adequacy of current assessment methods and urges greater use of the Precautionary Principle. Feldmann proposes a two-tier… <a class="view-article" href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/environmental-risks-from-alternative-technologies/"></a></p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/scaling-up-building-a-vibrant-ecosystem-for-a-thriving-economy/" title="Scaling up: Building a vibrant ecosystem for a thriving economy"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Productivity-matters-Patrick-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2025-01-13 08:00">13 January 2025</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/scaling-up-building-a-vibrant-ecosystem-for-a-thriving-economy/">Scaling up: Building a vibrant ecosystem for a thriving economy</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Scotland’s economy can thrive by scaling high-tech SMEs, supporting innovation, and fostering investment in key sectors like AI, life sciences, and renewable energy.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/the-state-of-scotlands-fresh-waters/" title="The state of Scotland’s fresh waters"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Kilchurn-Castle-on-Loch-Awe-Shutterstock-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2025-01-09 08:00">9 January 2025</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/the-state-of-scotlands-fresh-waters/">The state of Scotland’s fresh waters</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Scotland’s fresh waters provide a varied and valuable resource that has been used in many different ways over time.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/building-the-quiet-confidence-of-scottish-science-and-technology-innovation/" title="Building the quiet confidence of Scottish science and technology innovation"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Scottish-science-and-technology-Mark-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2025-01-06 08:30">6 January 2025</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/building-the-quiet-confidence-of-scottish-science-and-technology-innovation/">Building the quiet confidence of Scottish science and technology innovation</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Scottish innovation in STEM is poised to tackle global challenges, with the right mix of ambition, investment, and market-focused strategies.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/will-more-data-rescue-us-from-the-climate-and-nature-emergencies/" title="Will more data rescue us from the climate and nature emergencies?"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Data-centre-network-cables-Shutterstock-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2024-12-19 08:00">19 December 2024</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/will-more-data-rescue-us-from-the-climate-and-nature-emergencies/">Will more data rescue us from the climate and nature emergencies?</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>How do we transition the data discussion away from the problem and focus on how data can support environmental solutions?</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/scotlands-future-food-production-turning-co2-to-carbohydrates/" title="Scotland’s future food production: Turning CO2 to carbohydrates"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Aerial-photo-of-potatoes-in-a-field-Shutterstock-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2024-12-12 08:00">12 December 2024</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/scotlands-future-food-production-turning-co2-to-carbohydrates/">Scotland’s future food production: Turning CO2 to carbohydrates</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Ian Boyd writes about employing manufacturing principles to convert CO₂ into carbohydrates to increase food security in Scotland.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/the-role-of-intellectual-property-in-early-stage-businesses/" title="The role of intellectual property in early-stage businesses"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Intellectual-property-Claudia-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2024-12-09 08:30">9 December 2024</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/the-role-of-intellectual-property-in-early-stage-businesses/">The role of intellectual property in early-stage businesses</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Discover why intellectual property is key to early-stage business success and how founders can identify, protect, and monetise their assets.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/green-investment-and-nature-markets/" title="Green investment and nature markets"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Wind-farm-at-the-Afsluitdijk-The-Netherlands-Shutterstock-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2024-12-05 08:00">5 December 2024</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/green-investment-and-nature-markets/">Green investment and nature markets</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Global, UK, and Scottish topography of nature and green investment with the huge investment potential of the private sector for public good.</p> </div> </div> </li> <li class="card"> <div class="card-image"> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="post-category"> </span> </div> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/from-research-to-market-bridging-innovation-gaps-in-scotland/" title="From research to market: Bridging innovation gaps in Scotland"> <img width="600" height="400" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" class="img-responsive wp-post-image lazyload" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" data-src="https://rse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Bridging-innovation-gaps-Melfort-600x400.jpg"> </a> </div> <div class="card-header"> <span class="post-date"><time datetime="2024-12-02 08:30">2 December 2024</time></span> <h2> <a href="https://rse.org.uk/resource/from-research-to-market-bridging-innovation-gaps-in-scotland/">From research to market: Bridging innovation gaps in Scotland</a> </h2> </div> <div class="card-body"> <div class="scroll-box"> <p>Melfort Campbell examines why demand-driven innovation policies is key to turning Scotland’s research into global business success. 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