In the latest issue, we highlight five innovative initiatives that are pushing boundaries and making a difference. From the UK’s first undergraduate degree in climate justice, sustainability, and development to a vegan restaurant winning a Michelin star, these ideas are reshaping industries and sparking change.
Starting in 2026, the University of Sussex is set to launch the UK’s first undergraduate degree in climate justice, sustainability, and development. This groundbreaking program will merge climate politics, activism, and environmental human rights with practical green skills. As litigation becomes an essential tool for holding polluters accountable, this degree comes at a crucial time.
Plates London, founded by Kirk Haworth and his sister Keeley, has become the first vegan restaurant in the UK to win a Michelin star. Diners flock to the Shoreditch-based eatery to indulge in a menu filled with layers of flavor and texture. From black truffle and artichoke risotto to rice pudding ice cream, Plates offers a unique culinary experience that challenges traditional perceptions of vegan cuisine.
The Climate Mental Health Network introduces the Climate Emotions Wheel, a tool designed to help individuals navigate their feelings about the climate crisis. Developed in collaboration with Dr. Panu Pihkala of the University of Helsinki, this wheel categorizes emotions into four quadrants – anger, positivity, sadness, and fear. By providing a framework for understanding emotional responses to environmental challenges, this tool aims to facilitate conversations and foster resilience.
In a bid to give decommissioned wind turbines a new lease on life, a Swedish renewables developer has transformed part of a wind turbine into a tiny home. Equipped with sustainable features like a heat pump, solar panels, and a solar water heater, this innovative project showcases the potential for repurposing existing structures. With an increasing number of wind turbines reaching the end of their lifespan each year, initiatives like this aim to reduce waste and promote sustainability in the renewable energy sector
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