About this Challenge Team
The UK has a long history of mining for fossil fuels, metals, minerals and building materials. In the past, much of this mining was done with little consideration for the impacts of the local environment. Recently, rewilding initiatives have been introduced to help restore landscapes damaged by mining. In the Peak District, recently abandoned mines are undergoing rewilding as part of the Wild Peak project. We will visit these sites to explore how mine reclamation supports local biodiversity and add to the enjoyment of visiting the sites.
To limit the environmental impact of our visit, we will travel by train, limit our consumption of single-use plastic, and use borrowed equipment. We will share our experiences with the wider imperial community through Instagram stories, blog posts and a short documentary.
Team Members
Alexandra Beikert (cohort 11)
Amelia Newman (cohort 11)
Chen Ly (cohort 10)
Elsy Milan (cohort 11)
Julian Smart (cohort 10)
Laurene Ville (cohort 11)
Mario Luis Quijada Rodriguez
Nell Pates (cohort 10)
Olivia Atkins (cohort 11)
Olivia Crowe (cohort 11)
Any questions?
For any queries related to our SSCP DTP studentships, please contact our Doctoral Training Coordinator, Christiane Morgan (c.morgan@imperial.ac.uk)
Climate & Environment at Imperial blog
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- What I learned about teamwork in the Grantham Expedition Team
- Powering Africa: new model compares options for off-grid solar in 43 countries
- Biodiversity credits: key principles and UK strengths
- Carbon capture technology is key to deliver on the UAE Consensus
- Cycling: the untapped potential for improving our health (and the climate)