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A combination of photos shows a multicultural group of people participating in the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) held in Belém in November 2025. Photo by Hermes Caruzo/COP30.

With three prominent COP events lined up for 2026, Prof Liz Grant reflects on the achievements of last year’s climate conference and why coming together for the sake of the environment matters.

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We must face the reality that economic growth is driving environmental destruction, and relying on it to fund environmental protection and decarbonisation is a paradox that will ultimately result in more harm.

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A group featuring students and staff from the University open Teviot with a ribbon-cutting moment.

The University's Teviot, the world’s oldest purpose-built student union, has officially reopened its doors following a two-and-a-half-year refurbishment.

Edinburgh Global

We are a truly global University, making a contribution to the world, through global partnership, community and exchange.

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We're ranked 4th in the UK for research power, and have the highest rating possible for our student learning experience*.

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*Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions; Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education Scotland.