
researchers are collaborating with partners from nine European countries on an international project to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainability within rural communities.

University of Gloucestershire is working with public sector partners and the farming industry to identify and implement actions which can support positive changes to what we eat and how we farm in the county, to help the UK meet its net zero targets.

This project seeks to gather expert insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with electrifying rural communities using sustainable energy sources.

Funded by UK Research and Innovation, researchers and policymakers will work with communities from across rural Wales to explore innovative solutions to a range of major challenges faced by rural communities.

Last month the 'FoodCoP' project officially launched in Fundão, Portugal, marking the beginning of an exciting new initiative to transform rural food systems across Europe.

This work will engage with project leaders and partners, library staff, and audiences to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of the Culture Nature England project, rich in insights and inclusive of diverse perspectives.

This review will cover a five-year span, capturing completed and ongoing projects from universities, research institutions, heritage associations, government bodies, and charities. By focusing on both published research and emerging initiatives, the project aims to provide a forward-looking picture that reflects the latest trends in the field.

A consortium led by CCRI has been awarded more than £2.5 million in funding for research that will make a significant contribution to the national strategy for reaching net zero by 2050.

This project focuses on improving our understanding of the effectiveness of the winter bird food option (AB9) under the Countryside Stewardship scheme.