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Environmental degradation of our land, water and air is not just an ecological but an economic issue which in turn has an impact on development. The World Bank has recently released a report into the connection between the economy and the environment... more

Join Professor James Evans – Associate Dean for Research at the University of Manchester and a former Head of the Department of Geography and Director of the Manchester Urban Institute, whose specialism focuses on the development of smarter and more ... more

Listen to Dr. Jessica Tipton and Richard Irvine talk about the National Education Nature Park - an initiative to change school spaces into a biodiverse landscape and encourage children to be more engaged with nature.

Sophie Blake - Head of Geography at Channing School, London has created a new set of learning resources around the redevelopment of Battersea Power Station. Listen to her insights in why it is important to study this iconic landmark and the potential... more

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James Evans
Associate Dean for Research at the University of Manchester and former Director of Manchester Urban Institute
University of Manchester
Episode: Sustainable Cities
Sophie Blake
Head of Geography at Channing School in London
Channing School
Episode: Urban Geography - Battersea Power Station
Dr. Kate Leeming
Expedition cyclist undertaking a journey through Central Asia focused on geography and water resources
Episode: Breaking the Cycle
Mark Evans
Explorer and geographer, leading the Jewel of Arabia Expedition
Episode: Jewel Of Arabia with Mark Evans MBE FRGS
Dr. Martin Parham
Lecturer in Disaster Management
University of Manchester
Episode: Natural Hazards & Disaster Risk with Dr Martin Parham
Freyja Thomson-Alberts
Ocean Engagement Manager for the Ocean Conservation Trust
Ocean Conservation Trust
Episode: Connecting with our oceans with the Ocean Conservation Trust
Nadine Gabriel
Mineralogy Curator at the Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum
Episode: Discovering Minerals with Nadine Gabriel

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Rachel
Host of Ask the Geographer

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
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    I enjoy listening to your work! Each episode furthers my passion to study geopolitics in my masters program

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Sustainable Cities
Q: If there was just one thing that cities could adopt to become more sustainable, what do you think it would be?
He emphasizes active travel, encouraging people to walk or cycle instead of using cars, as the key measure for sustainability.
Sustainable Cities
Q: Can you give us examples where your research has made an impact on an urban area?
He shares his experience in implementing sustainable cycle lanes and floating bus stops in Manchester, and the positive results monitored.
Sustainable Cities
Q: Why do you think studying smarter and more sustainable cities is an essential part of geography?
Studying these cities is vital for creating environments that benefit both people and the planet, as cities house the majority of the global population.
Sustainable Cities
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about any recent projects you've been working on?
He discusses his work on living labs in cities, collaborating with communities to identify and solve urban challenges.
Sustainable Cities
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about your work?
Professor Evans highlights his focus on sustainability in cities and their critical role in addressing global environmental issues.

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