By Jon Macleod, 2019
Environment and resources
About this theme
This theme covers all aspects of the natural and man-made environment and the resources deriving from it, including environmental development and conservation, sustainability, agriculture, food, climate, and energy. It is one of the eight universal themes which form our grantmaking framework and allow us to address every aspect of society. Fellows’ stories
Fellows' updates March 2025 Fellows' update: Zoe Gilbertson
Zoe Gilbertson (CF 2023) has been featured in a BBC article about a new pilot project addressing textile waste in Highland schools.
By Zoe Gilbertson, 2025
Fellows' updates February 2025 Fellows' update: Philip Seaton
Phillip Seaton has co-authored a new book, Saving Orchids: Stories of Species Survival in a Changing World, written alongside his friend Lawrence W. Zettler of Illinois College, USA.
By Philip Seaton, 2025
Fellows' updates February 2025 Fellows' update: Robbie MacPherson
Robbie MacPherson has recently contributed to several national media outlets on Labour’s climate and energy policy.
By Robbie MacPherson, 2025
Blogs & conversations A deep dive into marine planning with Duncan Vaughan
In this interview, Churchill Fellow Duncan Vaughan reflects on his Fellowship journey exploring marine planning and protection. From Europe to the USA, Duncan discusses his experiences with experts and the insights he brought back to influence marine management in the UK.
By Duncan Vaughan, 2025
By Susie Talbot, 2023
Fellows' updates January 2025 Fellows' update: Stefan Edwards
Stefan Edwards was featured in a Green Leader Q&A on the Vision for Sustainable Events website, where he discussed his work in sustainable events and mentioned his upcoming Churchill Fellowship.
By Stefan Edwards, 2025
Report Seeking solutions to the management of invasive non-native plants
By Ross Watson, 2023
Fellows' updates January 2025 Fellows' update: Lucy Mitchell
Lucy Mitchell spoke at the Scottish Shows Forum at the Royal Highland Centre, sharing insights from her Churchill Fellowship.
By Lucy Mitchell, 2025
Report How can potters reduce impact on climate change?
By Jodie Crook-Giles, 2023