Join us on GeoNight to dive into the complex tapestry of Europe’s water landscape. Join experts as they unravel the geographical intricacies of water resources, addressing issues from scarcity to pollution and exploring sustainable management practices for resilient ecosystems.
Meet our speakers
Professor Alison Browne from The University of Manchester focuses on the social, performative and material dynamics of everyday life related to water, sanitation, waste, energy, and the water-energy-food nexus.
Dr Mohammad Shamsudduha from University College London is a geoscientist in the field of hydrogeology with a particular focus on water risks to public health, sustainable development, and climate resilience.
Professor Wouter Buytaert from Imperial College London is an expert on the impact of environmental change on the water cycle and its consequences for managing water resources and flood and drought risk.
Chaired by Martine Croxall, a presenter with BBC News Channel and a Fellow of the Society.
What is GeoNight?
- Beginning in 2017, GeoNight is one night a year where geographical events are organised simultaneously around the world.
- Its aims are to amplify geographical topics and bridge gaps between academic and public audiences.
- To find out more and witness a range of events taking place across Europe, visit the website here: GeoNight 2024 events – GeoNight
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Protecting the planet: who holds the power?
As the need to protect our planet intensifies, the debate over responsibility continues, should individuals bear the weight of sustainable living, or is systemic change through policy the real key to a greener future?
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allTuesday 22 April 2025 - Discussion
The Mulu (Sarawak) expedition 1977-1978
Hear Robin and his colleagues share their first-hand stories, sounds, artefacts, maps and images associated with the original geographical survey of the Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak by the Society and the Foresty Department in 1977-1978, and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allMonday 28 April 2025 - Discussion
Staycations and slow travel: rediscovering the UK’s hidden gems
Join our panel to discuss slow travel and local tourism as a means to reduce environmental harm while supporting domestic economies.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allWednesday 14 May 2025
