Evidence is clear: biodiversity is central to positive nexus outcomes across climate, food, water, and health. Our NEW PAPER shows why these interconnected systems cannot be governed in silos, and why integrated policy approaches are essential. www.cell.com/iscience/ful...
Caroline Howe
@carolinehowe.bsky.social
Associate Professor at Imperial College. Interested in trans-disciplinary approaches for biodiversity, climate change, health & sustainable development. Views my own.
On #WorldEnvironmentDay, I’m honoured to be named in the ENDS Power List 2026. My work focuses on understanding people–nature relationships to build healthier, more equitable & sustainable futures. Grateful to colleagues who make this work possible @britishecologicalsociety.org @ic-cep.bsky.social
🎆 POWER LIST: ACADEMICS 🎆 Day four of ENDS Power List 2026 has arrived and celebrates the academics on the cutting edge of environmental science and regulation🔬 Congratulations to the 10 researchers, professors and scientists who were selected from a record number of power list entries this year🧵
Both climate change and biodiversity loss are intertwined crises with severe consequences for people and nature. seedling On this #EnvironmentDay and every day, we remember the essential role of biodiversity in effective climate action.
I am very excited to be giving the Annual Graham Woodgate Lecture on Interdisciplinarity @uclartssciences.bsky.social on the 5th May on addressing environmental change through the lens of justice and equity.
Join us on 5th May for our 'Annual Graham Woodgate Lecture on Interdisciplinarity'. The guest speaker is Dr Caroline Howe of @ic-cep.bsky.social and the focus is the task of addressing environmental change through the lens of justice and equity. Registration required. www.ucl.ac.uk/arts-humanit...
Today is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. We’re celebrating some of the women in our community whose work spans climate, biodiversity, infrastructure and policy - shaping research and real-world impact. 👇 #WomenInScience #IDWGS #EveryVoiceInScience
This week biodiversity experts, academics and policymakers have come to Manchester for one reason: biodiversity. Specifically, they’ve come to #IPBES12 to set the global agenda for how businesses measure and integrate nature into their plans 🧵
The British Ecological Society has curated this Virtual Issue to highlight research that is directly relevant to the work of the Intergovernmental Science Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES)👇 buff.ly/LsHioXu
Given all that's going on, here's another systemic risk out there: the collapse of food production due to biodiversity loss in key areas of the world. This UK security analysis get it - a key message of the @ipbes.net Nexus Assessment as well. www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Biodiversity collapse threatens UK security, intelligence chiefs warn
Ecosystem destruction will increase food shortages, disorder and mass migration, with effects already being felt
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I have been a part of the @britishecologicalsociety.org for many years, and it has come to feel like my academic home, so I am really honoured to have been appointed as a Fellow of the society.
Congratulations to Dr Caroline Howe, Associate Professor at CEP and Vice President of @britishecologicalsociety.org, on being appointed a Fellow of the Society (FBES). A prestigious recognition of her international leadership in ecology, policy and transdisciplinary research. 🌿👏
Honoured to have been elected as a Fellow of the @britishecologicalsociety.org alongside people I have admired for most of my career. Hoping to up the representation of wonderful female ecologists as well - so if you are one, or know any, definitely apply in the next round!
Introducing the second cohort of BES Fellows 🙌 We are delighted to announce that 23 outstanding ecologists have been selected to join our prestigious membership category. 👇Meet our new Fellows here
“We cannot withdraw from the fact that over 1 million species of plants and animals face extinction.” IPBES remains committed to its mandate to provide the most credible science and evidence about biodiversity to all decision makers and actors. — @davidobura.bsky.social , @ipbes.net Chair
If you are at the @britishecologicalsociety.org and have experience of, or want to know more about, how ecologists can get involved with international policy and what the BES can do to support you as a member then come along to our workshop with Rob Booth (BES) and David Cooper (JNCC) on Tuesday!
The climate crisis is gendered: must read blog by Chen Ly. It is essential that research into and solutions for the climate and biodiversity crises are seen through a lens of equity and justice. @imperialsci.bsky.social @ic-cep.bsky.social granthaminstitute.com/2025/12/04/t...
The climate crisis is gendered: the path forward from COP30
In the aftermath of COP30, what does the new Gender Action Plan mean for action on climate change?
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In February 2026, experts will gather in Manchester for #IPBES12 to assess business-biodiversity connections through IPBES #BizBiodiversity Assessment. The city that transformed global commerce will now host discussions on transforming our relationship with nature. 💡 https://ipbes.canto.de/b/HJAGG
🌍 Did you know? Biodiversity loss, climate change, health, water & food security are linked! IPBES #NexusAssessment explores 70+ solutions for a sustainable future.🏡🧪 Discover how interconnected challenges need interconnected actions with UNEP-WCMC https://ow.ly/BXLH50Xpb9C
70 responses to biodiversity loss: the IPBES Nexus Assessment - UNEP-WCMC
A landmark new report was launched today by the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES). The Assessment Report on the Interlinkages Among Biodiversity, Water, Food and Health – known as the Nexus Report - offers decision-makers around the world the most comprehensiv…
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🌍 Official Release @ipbes.net Nexus Assessment Proud to work on Chap 2 highlighting biodiversity degradation as a systemic problem with interconnected consequences for human health, food security & climate resilience. 🔗 Chapter 2 doi.org/10.5281/zeno... @ic-cep.bsky.social @imperialsci.bsky.social
IPBES Nexus Assessment: Chapter 2 – Status and past trends of interactions in the nexus
Chapter 2: Status and past trends of interactions in the nexus of the Thematic Assessment Report on the Interlinkages among Biodiversity, Water, Food and Health of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy...
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RIP #JaneGoodall - one of the modern pioneers of profound interconnections between people, animals and ecosystems. Her life was lived through science, compassion and tireless advocacy for the multiple values of nature - leaving a legacy that will endure for people and planet.
BREAKING: Jane Goodall, the conservationist renowned for chimpanzee research and environmental advocacy, has died.
The reason I love my job - I get to work with all these wonderful people! Start of a new year, with new and old members of the Transdisciplinary Centre for Nature and People (TCNP) at the @ic-cep.bsky.social @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social @imperialsci.bsky.social
New year, new set of @ic-cep.bsky.social @imperialsci.bsky.social MSc in Environmental Technology students tackling the bridge building exercise!
Great being part of this team - I learnt so much and the open and collaborative nature of how the paper was developed was a really great way to do science! And on that note, we really welcome constructive comments during the open review of the preprint - see the link below!
The second paper of the Current Perspectives on Biosphere Research Initiative is available as a preprint and constructive comments are welcome during the open review process, which ends on 6 November. Preprint: doi.org/10.5194/egus... First Paper: bg.copernicus.org/articles/22/... #climate #nature
🌍🧪Ecology needs inclusive systems and equitable opportunities. Our new BES report shares evidence, lived experience, and practical steps to dismantle barriers in science. Written by BES Network members, part-funded by Pride in STEM. Read the full report here:
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Thinking about contributing your time to the BES? Here are the latest volunteering opportunities 👇
🌿 Many congratulations to Caroline Howe (@carolinehowe.bsky.social) for being named on the 2025 #ENDSPowerList! Announced on #InternationalBiodiversityDay, it's a fitting recognition of her impactful research on how biodiversity underpins human well-being, climate, food, water & health. 🌍🌱
Power List 2025: Dr Caroline Howe
Senior lecturer in environmental social science, Imperial College London
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We're thrilled to announce that our Vice-President @carolinehowe.bsky.social and Former President @ymalhi.bsky.social have been named in the @endsreport.com Power List 2025 The list names the 100 UK environmental professionals who have made the greatest impact in the past 2 years #ENDSPowerList2025
Really honoured & overwhelmed be nominated by my colleagues for this year's #ENDSPowerList2025 as one of 100 of the UK's most impactful environmental professionals @ic-cep.bsky.social @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social @imperialsci.bsky.social @britishecologicalsociety.org @ipbes.net @endsreport.com
🎓 Dr Viviane Gravey @vgravey.bsky.social, senior lecturer at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social 🎓 Professor Rajat Gupta, director of OISD and director of LCB at Oxford Brookes University 🎓 @carolinehowe.bsky.social, senior lecturer in environmental social science at @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social
Women & girls bear the heaviest burden of environmental degradation. 🌿 @ipbes.net #GlobalAssessment This #IWD2025, let's remember that inclusive environmental governance isn't just fair - it's essential for effective biodiversity protection.
🌍 Sustainability Fortnight spotlight! 🌿 CEP’s @carolinehowe.bsky.social is a lead author of the #IPBES Nexus Assessment, showing how tackling biodiversity, water, food, health & climate together is key to meeting global goals The Nexus Approach = better outcomes for people & planet 🌱 #SDGs
Author of major new global report talks about human survival and biodiversity | Imperial News | Imperial College London
Imperial’s Caroline Howe talks about an ambitious project on biodiversity and ecosystems, undertaken by the international environmental community.
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We have another virtual open day tomorrow for our MSc in Environmental Technology. Join us to find out about this flagship and world-leading course in sustainablility and how you can apply!
Join our MSc Environmental Technology Virtual Open Day! 🌍💡 📅 Wed, 5 March 🕒 14:00–15:00 GMT 📍 Online (Teams Webinar) Learn about the course, specialisms & application process, and ask your questions in live Q&A & breakout rooms. 🔗 Register now:
Have your say on the future of environmental science! NERC have launched a community consultation on their Forward Look, setting the direction for environmental science over the next decade.
Forward Look Community Consultation - UK Research and Innovation - Citizen Space
Find and participate in activities run by UK Research and Innovation
engagementhub.ukri.org
Funded by #PrideinSTEM, the BES and BES Networks are delighted to launch a series of webinars on developing collaborative solutions to the intersectional barriers faced by minorities in ecology.