Richard Carmichael, CPsychol, FRSA
@drrcarmichael.bsky.social
Wrote 'Public engagement, behaviour change and Net Zero' for @theCCCuk tinyurl.com/2s3upkbb. Co-Leader @BEEP_Imperial. Fellow @CGLN_earth. Net Zero behaviour/policy/system change, co-benefits, heat pumps, DSR, food... Homepage: tinyurl.com/3xw9zkdu
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Explore our new background briefing, which shares insights from the Better Futures Retrofit Accelerator programme to explore the opportunities for climate innovation in the building retrofit sector.
September 5, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Explore our new background briefing, which shares insights from the Better Futures Retrofit Accelerator programme to explore the opportunities for climate innovation in the building retrofit sector.
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Explore the briefing by Clare Lowe, reviewed by @drrcarmichael.bsky.social & Alyssa Gilbert and edited by @cait-hewitt.bsky.social: ow.ly/w9Wp50WROIV
Accelerating innovation in building retrofit for a net zero future | Grantham Institute – Climate Change and the Environment | Imperial College London
ow.ly
September 5, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Explore the briefing by Clare Lowe, reviewed by @drrcarmichael.bsky.social & Alyssa Gilbert and edited by @cait-hewitt.bsky.social: ow.ly/w9Wp50WROIV
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The way that I was raised, being Jewish meant believing that every human life was sacred; to save a single human life meant saving all of humanity. That no law or ritual was more important than saving a single human life.
It's unfathomable that any Jew can accept what Israel is doing in Gaza.
It's unfathomable that any Jew can accept what Israel is doing in Gaza.
July 25, 2025 at 3:15 AM
The way that I was raised, being Jewish meant believing that every human life was sacred; to save a single human life meant saving all of humanity. That no law or ritual was more important than saving a single human life.
It's unfathomable that any Jew can accept what Israel is doing in Gaza.
It's unfathomable that any Jew can accept what Israel is doing in Gaza.
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French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will recognize Palestine as a state, amid snowballing global anger over people starving in Gaza.
French President Macron says France will recognize Palestine as a state
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will recognize Palestine as a state, amid snowballing global anger over people starving in Gaza.
bit.ly
July 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled on Wednesday that states can be held accountable for climate harm, a decision that some experts believe will shape future climate lawsuits around the world
www.aa.com.tr/en/environme...
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled on Wednesday that states can be held accountable for climate harm, a decision that some experts believe will shape future climate lawsuits around the world
www.aa.com.tr/en/environme...
ICJ climate ruling, which holds states accountable, will shape future climate lawsuits, say experts
‘This is the first time that the world’s highest court—the International Court of Justice—addresses legal obligations of states with respect to climate change,’ says law professor at University of Osl...
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July 24, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled on Wednesday that states can be held accountable for climate harm, a decision that some experts believe will shape future climate lawsuits around the world
www.aa.com.tr/en/environme...
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled on Wednesday that states can be held accountable for climate harm, a decision that some experts believe will shape future climate lawsuits around the world
www.aa.com.tr/en/environme...
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NEW: Getting to net-zero will be much cheaper than thought for the UK – and unchecked global warming far more costly, says OBR
Quick piece / thread with 4 key charts showing, yet again, why climate action is far less costly than inaction
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www.carbonbrief.org/...
1/6
Quick piece / thread with 4 key charts showing, yet again, why climate action is far less costly than inaction
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www.carbonbrief.org/...
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July 8, 2025 at 4:38 PM
NEW: Getting to net-zero will be much cheaper than thought for the UK – and unchecked global warming far more costly, says OBR
Quick piece / thread with 4 key charts showing, yet again, why climate action is far less costly than inaction
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www.carbonbrief.org/...
1/6
Quick piece / thread with 4 key charts showing, yet again, why climate action is far less costly than inaction
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www.carbonbrief.org/...
1/6
"...the best type of food for muscle building is 'the kind you put in your mouth' right after doing exercise..." Also, "...protein intakes higher than 1.1g of protein per 1kg of bodyweight per day make no difference to muscle gains while training" plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/he...
Study Finds No Difference In Muscle Fiber Protein Synthesis Between Vegan And Omnivore Diets
A new study suggests that there is no difference in the synthesis of muscle fiber protein between omnivorous and vegan diets
plantbasednews.org
May 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
"...the best type of food for muscle building is 'the kind you put in your mouth' right after doing exercise..." Also, "...protein intakes higher than 1.1g of protein per 1kg of bodyweight per day make no difference to muscle gains while training" plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/he...
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We have had the second worst UK harvest on record last year and just last week 4 times the size of the UK was flooded in Australia - killing hundreds of thousands of animals.
April 11, 2025 at 12:48 PM
We have had the second worst UK harvest on record last year and just last week 4 times the size of the UK was flooded in Australia - killing hundreds of thousands of animals.
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Climate impacts means lower yields and less land for food in the future, but what can we do? How do we provide healthy food using fewer inputs, less land, less capital etc?
I argue that biophysical limits mean we'll likely go much more plant based in this keynote 🧵
www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2nl...
I argue that biophysical limits mean we'll likely go much more plant based in this keynote 🧵
www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2nl...
Professor Paul Behrens: plenary talk, 2025 LEAP conference
YouTube video by LEAP
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April 11, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Climate impacts means lower yields and less land for food in the future, but what can we do? How do we provide healthy food using fewer inputs, less land, less capital etc?
I argue that biophysical limits mean we'll likely go much more plant based in this keynote 🧵
www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2nl...
I argue that biophysical limits mean we'll likely go much more plant based in this keynote 🧵
www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2nl...
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Despite being advised by the Climate Change Committee to reduce the production & consumption of meat/dairy, the UK government has funded, every year, campaigns to *increase* their consumption: shorturl.at/mWMkq
So here's a petition to ask for the promotion of plant-based foods: shorturl.at/HS5Ig
So here's a petition to ask for the promotion of plant-based foods: shorturl.at/HS5Ig
WHY ARE WE STILL BEING TOLD TO EAT MORE MEAT?
CEO CIWF
philiplymbery.com
April 10, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Despite being advised by the Climate Change Committee to reduce the production & consumption of meat/dairy, the UK government has funded, every year, campaigns to *increase* their consumption: shorturl.at/mWMkq
So here's a petition to ask for the promotion of plant-based foods: shorturl.at/HS5Ig
So here's a petition to ask for the promotion of plant-based foods: shorturl.at/HS5Ig
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This piece in @forbes.com describes the keynote I gave at the @oxmartinschool.bsky.social LEAP conference this week
I make the case that biophysical limits and a shrinking safe climatic space means an inevitable plant-based shift. Video of the talk coming soon!
www.forbes.com/sites/johndr...
I make the case that biophysical limits and a shrinking safe climatic space means an inevitable plant-based shift. Video of the talk coming soon!
www.forbes.com/sites/johndr...
The Way We Eat Is About To Change—Whether We Like It Or Not
Oxford’s Paul Behrens says global diets will shift toward plant-based foods as a structural response to rising environmental and economic risks.
www.forbes.com
April 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM
This piece in @forbes.com describes the keynote I gave at the @oxmartinschool.bsky.social LEAP conference this week
I make the case that biophysical limits and a shrinking safe climatic space means an inevitable plant-based shift. Video of the talk coming soon!
www.forbes.com/sites/johndr...
I make the case that biophysical limits and a shrinking safe climatic space means an inevitable plant-based shift. Video of the talk coming soon!
www.forbes.com/sites/johndr...
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The impact of the war in Ukraine on wholesale and retail energy prices has revealed the extent of energy security vulnerabilities in the UK.
New UKERC research proposes a framework for the comprehensive and transparent monitoring of energy security.
ukerc.ac.uk/publications...
New UKERC research proposes a framework for the comprehensive and transparent monitoring of energy security.
ukerc.ac.uk/publications...
Developing an energy security monitoring framework fit for UK Net Zero
This paper proposes the ‘4+4 Framework’ for comprehensive and transparent monitoring of energy security, comprising...
ukerc.ac.uk
March 31, 2025 at 11:53 AM
The impact of the war in Ukraine on wholesale and retail energy prices has revealed the extent of energy security vulnerabilities in the UK.
New UKERC research proposes a framework for the comprehensive and transparent monitoring of energy security.
ukerc.ac.uk/publications...
New UKERC research proposes a framework for the comprehensive and transparent monitoring of energy security.
ukerc.ac.uk/publications...
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In our newsletter:
Research into skills for a low carbon heat transition
Regulating electricity distribution networks for net zero
Spatial conflict in offshore wind farms in the commercial fishing industry
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Research into skills for a low carbon heat transition
Regulating electricity distribution networks for net zero
Spatial conflict in offshore wind farms in the commercial fishing industry
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March 13, 2025 at 12:56 PM
In our newsletter:
Research into skills for a low carbon heat transition
Regulating electricity distribution networks for net zero
Spatial conflict in offshore wind farms in the commercial fishing industry
Join our webinar on March 20th
Read it all: mailchi.mp/f1fb73ab4e59...
Research into skills for a low carbon heat transition
Regulating electricity distribution networks for net zero
Spatial conflict in offshore wind farms in the commercial fishing industry
Join our webinar on March 20th
Read it all: mailchi.mp/f1fb73ab4e59...
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CEP Director comments on 2050 #netzero target.
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March 18, 2025 at 11:18 AM
CEP Director comments on 2050 #netzero target.
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Today's Energy Headlines:
Gas, not net zero, has driven up UK power bills⚡️
Heathrow had enough power to avoid shutdown, says National Grid🛬
Solar panels for schools and hospitals must meet high security standards – No 10☀️
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Gas, not net zero, has driven up UK power bills⚡️
Heathrow had enough power to avoid shutdown, says National Grid🛬
Solar panels for schools and hospitals must meet high security standards – No 10☀️
Read them all & subscribe: mailchi.mp/615c511e8600...
March 24, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Today's Energy Headlines:
Gas, not net zero, has driven up UK power bills⚡️
Heathrow had enough power to avoid shutdown, says National Grid🛬
Solar panels for schools and hospitals must meet high security standards – No 10☀️
Read them all & subscribe: mailchi.mp/615c511e8600...
Gas, not net zero, has driven up UK power bills⚡️
Heathrow had enough power to avoid shutdown, says National Grid🛬
Solar panels for schools and hospitals must meet high security standards – No 10☀️
Read them all & subscribe: mailchi.mp/615c511e8600...
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"But it is not true that renewables are the chief reasons British bills have soared."
The @financialtimes.com discusses how UK energy prices have been influenced by international price shocks, and what solutions are on offer, including from UKERC Director Robert Gross.
www.ft.com/content/2f25...
The @financialtimes.com discusses how UK energy prices have been influenced by international price shocks, and what solutions are on offer, including from UKERC Director Robert Gross.
www.ft.com/content/2f25...
Gas, not net zero, has driven up UK power bills
Britain has been unhelpfully exposed to international price shocks
www.ft.com
March 24, 2025 at 1:03 PM
"But it is not true that renewables are the chief reasons British bills have soared."
The @financialtimes.com discusses how UK energy prices have been influenced by international price shocks, and what solutions are on offer, including from UKERC Director Robert Gross.
www.ft.com/content/2f25...
The @financialtimes.com discusses how UK energy prices have been influenced by international price shocks, and what solutions are on offer, including from UKERC Director Robert Gross.
www.ft.com/content/2f25...
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🔴The Loopholes That Allow MPs’ Corrupt Conflicts of Interests to Go Undetected
New research exposes the gaps in parliamentary rules which allow MPs to hide their donations, financial interests and client relationships from voters
bylinetimes.com/2025/03/05/t...
New research exposes the gaps in parliamentary rules which allow MPs to hide their donations, financial interests and client relationships from voters
bylinetimes.com/2025/03/05/t...
The Loopholes That Allow MPs’ Corrupt Conflicts of Interest to Go Undetected
New research exposes the gaps in parliamentary rules which allow MPs to hide their donations, financial interests and client relationships from voters
bylinetimes.com
March 5, 2025 at 3:08 PM
🔴The Loopholes That Allow MPs’ Corrupt Conflicts of Interests to Go Undetected
New research exposes the gaps in parliamentary rules which allow MPs to hide their donations, financial interests and client relationships from voters
bylinetimes.com/2025/03/05/t...
New research exposes the gaps in parliamentary rules which allow MPs to hide their donations, financial interests and client relationships from voters
bylinetimes.com/2025/03/05/t...
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My latest for @theguardian.com
Lab-grown meat is the future for pet food – and that’s a huge opportunity for Britain | Lucy McCormick
Lab-grown meat is the future for pet food – and that’s a huge opportunity for Britain | Lucy McCormick
While the EU and US hesitate, the UK can become world leader in this burgeoning – and cruelty-free – innovation
If the pet food industry were a country, it would rank as the world’s 60th biggest emitter of carbon dioxide. In countries such as the US,…
www.theguardian.com
January 4, 2025 at 10:36 AM
My latest for @theguardian.com
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Great to see government finalising junk food ad regulations to tackle childhood obesity, due to come into effect in 2025.
#TheFoodConversation shows citizens are concerned about the impacts of ads on children – and want government to regulate businesses to ensure health comes before private profit.
#TheFoodConversation shows citizens are concerned about the impacts of ads on children – and want government to regulate businesses to ensure health comes before private profit.
December 3, 2024 at 2:49 PM
Great to see government finalising junk food ad regulations to tackle childhood obesity, due to come into effect in 2025.
#TheFoodConversation shows citizens are concerned about the impacts of ads on children – and want government to regulate businesses to ensure health comes before private profit.
#TheFoodConversation shows citizens are concerned about the impacts of ads on children – and want government to regulate businesses to ensure health comes before private profit.