About
We focus on the sustainable use of natural resources from coastal zones and island states to drylands and deltas. The tools we use include satellite remote sensing, novel sensors and modelling for environmental monitoring and prediction.
Our research priorities focus on:
- the role of human-environment interactions within social-ecological systems
- the implications of environmental change and management for development
We use whole systems approaches to understand sustainable futures and trade-offs, and potential transitions and tipping points.
Our expertise includes:
- environmental modelling and assessment
- geographical information systems (GIS)
- climate change impact assessment, adaptation and risk mitigation
- monitoring, assessment and management of aquatic environmental systems
- modelling, analysis and prediction of hazards
- satellite remote sensing of land resources, agriculture and ecosystems
- reconstructing past environmental change from sediments
- environmental impact assessment, conservation and management
The place to bridge the gap between national policy and local action
Tangible solutions to reduce carbon emissions and protect green spaces
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Protecting marine biodiversity
Mapping seagrass in the Western Indian Ocean to boost conservation efforts
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Studying marine animals to evaluate sulphur reduction methods in shipping
A team of Southampton researchers is part of a Europe-wide project to assess whether measures taken by shipping companies to cut air pollution are working or just moving the problem elsewhere.
People, projects and publications
People
Sustainability is a great deal more than just a changing climate, we need to consider the broader socio-environment and how that intersects with equity, social justice, poverty and a sustainable future.