SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns

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Dr Pablo Pereira-Doel receiving the 2026 CHME/CoSTAR Rising Star award

SHTM researchers recognised as rising stars for third year in a row!

17 June 2026

Solar panels on a farm field at sunset

Vertical farming emissions could be offset if spared farmland is used for solar power

10 June 2026

Pulpex case study_Paper bottle

Advancing sustainable packaging through robust quality control

9 June 2026

Interior of Amazon warehouse with two members of staff wearing safety helmets

Professor Annabelle Gawer on Amazon's success and lack of Western rivals

19 May 2026

University of Surrey undergraduate students working on a proposal for London Gatwick Airport, May 2026

Surrey students collaborate with London Gatwick on visitor economy project

18 May 2026

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Principal investigator: Dr Regina Frei