2021 in Review

2021 in Review

As 2021 draws to a close, it is time to reflect on the Society’s achievements this year.   Our activities and initiatives have meant that our strength in numbers continue to grow, with our highest number of individual members for many years, 850 at the last count...
Soils hold a little magic too

Soils hold a little magic too

Soils are the very basis of our human existence on this planet. We walk on them every day. Our homes are built upon them. The timber that we use in construction is produced from them. We enjoy eating our food which has been produced from them. We drink the fresh water...
Summary of COP26

Summary of COP26

Having a pass to the COP26 Blue Zone, where representatives from nations, International Governmental Organisations and Non-Governmental Organisations were making statements, negotiating and collaborating was a unique experience.  To be there representing the British...
It’s time. We must act now.

It’s time. We must act now.

Responding to the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report The last few months have been a chilling reminder of the impact of climate change and a glimpse into our future; the heatwave in North America, the floods in Germany and wildfires in California and Greece. With global...
Gender: An Update from COP26

Gender: An Update from COP26

We’re into the second week of COP26, with a focus on two key areas on Tuesday – gender and innovation. I think it’s fair to say that some delegates and speakers are flagging a little. Meetings displayed a mixture of enthusiasm, optimism, and open frustration, as press...