News: CCE contributes to new publication, ‘For the World’s Profit’
06 Jan 2025
Emily Farnworth and Dr Eldrid Herrington have co-written one chapter of a book called For the World’s Profit, which will be published by the Brookings Institution Press on 10 January 2025. The chapter written by Emily Farnworth (CCE Director) and… More →
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The Centre for Climate Engagement Winter Newsletter
19 Dec 2024
The Centre for Climate Engagement (CCE) has released its latest newsletter, showcasing excellence in climate, law, and governance research, along with our latest insights and expert briefings. More →
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Summary: Law and Climate Change Seminar Series
17 Dec 2024
This past Michaelmas Term, the Centre for Climate Engagement hosted the first four events of the inaugural Cambridge Seminar Series on Law and the Climate Crisis. Developed by University of Cambridge Hatton Professor of Climate Law, Harro van Asselt, the… More →
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Blog: As international progress stalls once again, looking locally offers promise
12 Dec 2024
COP29 has faced significant criticism for its failure to deliver progress that matches the urgency and scale of the climate crisis. As global negotiations continue to fall short, Senior Researcher Dr Karen Barrass explores the vital role and implications of local climate action in this blog. More →
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Policy briefing on COP29 Outcomes: Implications for board directors
10 Dec 2024
As a knowledge partner of the Climate Governance Initiative, the Centre for Climate Engagement (CCE) has written a briefing for board directors called COP29 Outcomes: Implications for board directors. More →
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An exciting new opportunity to lead the Centre for Climate Engagement in its next phase of development
26 Nov 2024
The Centre for Climate Engagement was founded in 2018, as part of The Bridge Initiative at Hughes Hall, University of Cambridge, with the aim of bringing academic research to life for business and legal professionals. The vision of the Centre… More →
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Webinar: Academic Colloquium for High Level Champion Event at COP29
22 Nov 2024
Academic experts on SMEs and climate change engaged in an online discussion in October 2024 with insights collated by Dr Eldrid Herrington, Head of Academic Engagement at the CCE to inform COP29 discussions. More →
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Blog from Baku: Q&A on the High-Level Champion’s SME campaign
21 Nov 2024
Head of Academic Engagement, Dr Eldrid Herrington, spoke at an event at COP29 in Baku calling on academics for collaboration and evidence to support SMEs with climate-proofing. In this Q&A interview she discusses the campaign and the experience. What motivated you… More →
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Policy briefing for board directors: post-Budget update
20 Nov 2024
As a knowledge partner of Chapter Zero, the Centre for Climate Engagement has written a briefing for board directors highlighting key climate policy updates from October and November 2024, including the UK International Investment Summit, Autumn Budget, COP29, and the Chancellor’s Mansion House speech. More →
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Blog: Reflections from COP29 on climate law and governance
19 Nov 2024
Associate Professor Dr Markus Gehring serves on our new CCE Advisory Group. He is a Fellow and Director of Studies in Law at Hughes Hall, Expert in the Centre for European Legal Studies (CELS), and a Fellow of the Lauterpacht… More →
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CCE appoints new Advisory Group
14 Nov 2024
The Centre for Climate Engagement is delighted to announce the appointment of its first Advisory Group comprising ten academic and professional experts who are all Hughes Hall Fellows, to provide strategic input and guidance to shape the development of CCE’s… More →
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Blog: Corporate climate (un)accountability? Landmark Shell ruling overturned on appeal
13 Nov 2024
Shell’s ongoing legal battle over climate accountability reached a pivotal moment on 12 November 2024, as the Hague Court of Appeal delivered its verdict on the company’s appeal. This case has drawn global attention since the initial 2021 ruling, which… More →
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CCE supports COP29 event on Climate Proofing SMEs
13 Nov 2024
The Centre for Climate Engagement is supporting the COP29 Climate Champions’ campaign to climate-proof SMEs. Head of Academic Engagement, Dr Eldrid Herrington, will speak at an event on 16 November in Baku calling on academics for collaboration and evidence. The… More →
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Launch of briefing: What to expect at COP29
05 Nov 2024
As a knowledge partner of the Climate Governance Initiative, the Centre for Climate Engagement (CCE) has written a briefing for board directors called ‘What to expect at COP29’. More →
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Policy briefing: CCE partners with the Cambridge Zero Policy Forum to launch economic policy report
24 Oct 2024
As a partner of the Cambridge Zero Policy Forum, the Centre for Climate Engagement is pleased to support the launch of a new report: Is reaching net zero a growth and prosperity plan? Economics, tools and actions for a rapidly changing world. With a focus on the fundamental importance of policy in activating the green transition, the report explores how the UK’s current models for economic growth and development can, and must, be transformed to ensure the delivery of a competitive and coordinated green investment strategy. More →
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Spotlight interview – Dr Jellie Molino
22 Oct 2024
The Centre for Climate Engagement’s spotlight interview series explores law for climate action through the lens of a range of experts. Dr Jellie Molino is a Post-Doctoral Research Associate at the Centre for Climate Engagement (CCE) at Hughes Hall, with research focusing on private law, procurement, and climate change. She also teaches at the Faculty of Law. We asked her to share her research and experience. More →
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Press Release: Call out for academic experts for COP29 Climate Proofing SMEs Campaign
18 Oct 2024
The Centre for Climate Engagement is supporting the COP29 Climate Champions’ campaign to climate-proof SMEs. We are seeking collaboration and evidence from academics to inform an event taking place during COP29. More →
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Event Summary: What is the future for Climate Action? Alumni Festival event with John Elkington
10 Oct 2024
On 27 September, the Centre for Climate Engagement (CCE) at Hughes Hall hosted an event focused on the growing awareness of climate change and the responses from societies, governments, and businesses. Part of the University of Cambridge Alumni Festival, this session was led by Emily Farnworth, Director of the CCE, in discussion with John Elkington, a best-selling author and renowned “green business guru.” More →
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The Centre for Climate Engagement autumn newsletter
01 Oct 2024
The Centre for Climate Engagement (CCE) has released its latest newsletter, showcasing excellence in climate, law, and governance research, along with our latest insights and expert briefings. More →
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News: The Cambridge Seminar Series on Law and the Climate Crisis
01 Oct 2024
The Cambridge Seminar Series on Law and the Climate Crisis offers unique insights into the role of law and legal systems in response to the urgent issue of climate change. More →
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Summary report: Investors’ fiduciary duties and systemic climate risks
25 Sep 2024
This briefing summarises the final roundtable in a series organised by the Centre for Climate Engagement at Clyde & Co. It explores the link between investors’ legal duties and climate risks, barriers they face in addressing these issues, and possible solutions. While focusing on asset owners with diversified portfolios, the discussion also applies to investment managers. Although the issues discussed are globally relevant, their application may vary depending on legal frameworks in different jurisdictions. More →
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Leadership insight: corporate culture
19 Sep 2024
This Leadership Insight with Tina Mavraki provides an in-depth analysis of why corporate culture is a hot topic for banks, and why a positive culture is vital to the net zero transition. Mavraki outlines her extensive research in this area and proposes critical tools to help banks develop and implement effective culture strategies that will ensure their own lasting financial performance and build climate resilience. More →
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News: GARP publishes article on strategic planning in the boardroom by Director of the CCE
18 Sep 2024
The Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) publishes regular articles from guest writers on its Risk Intelligence content hub. In September 2024, they published an article by Director of the CCE, Emily Farnworth, about strategic planning in the boardroom to accelerate the transition to net zero. More →
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CCE welcomes 14 summer interns
20 Aug 2024
The Centre for Climate Engagement at Hughes Hall is delighted to welcome the 14 successful interns who will contribute to various climate focused projects over the summer, working in Cambridge and remotely. The internship scheme, now in its third year, saw an unprecedented number of applications, with nearly 100 submissions, just over 50% applying from Cambridge colleges and the other 50% from universities across the UK. More →
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