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26 Jun 2025 | News
The documentary, The Beans Of/For Change, shines light on challenges and opportunities around specialty coffee in Colombia
A new mini LUCSUS documentary, The Beans Of/For Change, introduces the challenges and opportunities around specialty coffee in Colombia. It is based on research results from field ...

24 Jun 2025 | News
Beyond Economics: Rethinking Loss and Damage in Tropical Fisheries - new PhD thesis
A new thesis explores the effects of loss and damage associated with climate change in small-scale tropical fisheries—a sector at the frontline of climate change impacts and crucia...

27 May 2025 | News
Learning and networking essential for aquathermal energy initiatives
In its new Report 6.2 the WaterWarmth project identifies key takeaways on how decision-making and rules support the success and growth of aquathermal energy pilot projects.

23 May 2025 | News
Neoliberalism Linked to Climate Policy Resistance
Belief in free markets and individualism may be holding back climate action globally. A new study finds that people who embrace neoliberal values are consistently less likely to su...

13 May 2025 | News
An investigation of German Trade Unions and Decarbonisation - new LUCSUS study
A new research paper by LUCSUS postdoc Felix Schulz examines German labour unions' visions and ideas for social change, and how these visions compare with proposals emerging from t...