Rob Marchant
@rob-marchant.bsky.social
I am a professor of tropical ecology at the University of York. I have a passion for Mountain ecosystems and cultures across the Global South, particularly in Kenya and Tanzania where I work with many Universities, NGOs and Government organisations.
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Rob Marchant, Laura Pereira, Unai Pascual, and Thomas Hickler will use their ERC Synergy Grant to understand how nature and societies interact in and beyond mountain socioecological systems ⛰️
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Very excited to be working with some excellent partners across Europe and Africa to strengthen our understanding on the importance of Mountains for navigating future climate, biodiversity and sustainability challenges @mtnresearchmri.bsky.social
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1/9. “Jamaica lost USD 7 billion, one-third of its GDP, in a single day. 128 communities and hundreds of thousands of people were affected. Jorge Moreira da Silva, Executive Director, UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS), on #LossAndDamage and the #SantiagoNetwork at #COP30.
November 13, 2025 at 4:17 PM
1/9. “Jamaica lost USD 7 billion, one-third of its GDP, in a single day. 128 communities and hundreds of thousands of people were affected. Jorge Moreira da Silva, Executive Director, UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS), on #LossAndDamage and the #SantiagoNetwork at #COP30.
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Even limiting global warming to between 1.6 - 1.8C would require far stronger policies to reduce fossil fuel emissions than those currently adopted by governments - which would allow the world to heat by at least 2.7°C, says PIK Director Johan Rockström at #COP30. www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Removing CO2 from atmosphere vital to avoid catastrophic tipping points, leading scientist says
10bn tonnes must be captured from the air every year to limit global heating to 1.7C, says Johan Rockström
www.theguardian.com
November 13, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Even limiting global warming to between 1.6 - 1.8C would require far stronger policies to reduce fossil fuel emissions than those currently adopted by governments - which would allow the world to heat by at least 2.7°C, says PIK Director Johan Rockström at #COP30. www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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At the upcoming #CITESCOP20 meeting, we will be supporting a range of proposals from governments to protect Threatened and Endangered species in international trade. See our positions below. www.wcs.org/cites 🌏
November 13, 2025 at 1:55 PM
At the upcoming #CITESCOP20 meeting, we will be supporting a range of proposals from governments to protect Threatened and Endangered species in international trade. See our positions below. www.wcs.org/cites 🌏
Good to see the report on what underpins resilience and the nine 'must knows' now out. It seems a long time ago that I contributed into and is now presented and discussed COP30 Brazil
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www.stockholmresilience.org/research/res...
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Resilience Science Must-Knows
Resilience is more than bouncing back. It is the ability to live and develop with change and uncertainty. It requires the capacities to cope, adapt, and transform in the face of change. This definitio...
www.stockholmresilience.org
November 12, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Good to see the report on what underpins resilience and the nine 'must knows' now out. It seems a long time ago that I contributed into and is now presented and discussed COP30 Brazil
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www.stockholmresilience.org/research/res...
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www.stockholmresilience.org/research/res...
Really pleased to see the work of Banki Chunwate's work in Nasawara State #Nigeria now published - great insights on community perceptions of the importance of #ecosystem services from gazetted #forests
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www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Understanding community perceptions of the importance of ecosystem services from gazetted forests
Understanding how protected areas support forest community livelihoods is crucial for informing forest conservation and reducing land degradation. This paper evaluates ecosystem services perceived ...
www.tandfonline.com
November 12, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Really pleased to see the work of Banki Chunwate's work in Nasawara State #Nigeria now published - great insights on community perceptions of the importance of #ecosystem services from gazetted #forests
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www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Looks like an excellent session and resonates closely with a conversation I have just been having!
📣 Upcoming training session on collective futures visioning using collage 🌱
The Transformative Arts-Based Methods thematic stream working group invites you their first training session.
🗓️ 18 November 2025
🕑 08:00 Mountain / 16:00 CET / 17:00 CAT
📍 Online
🔗 Register to attend: tinyurl.com/ycxx4ycy
The Transformative Arts-Based Methods thematic stream working group invites you their first training session.
🗓️ 18 November 2025
🕑 08:00 Mountain / 16:00 CET / 17:00 CAT
📍 Online
🔗 Register to attend: tinyurl.com/ycxx4ycy
November 12, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Looks like an excellent session and resonates closely with a conversation I have just been having!
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In South Korea, built this bike lane covered by #solar panels. Cyclists are isolated from traffic, protected from the sun, and produces #cleanenergy at the same time!
We have the solutions, implement them. #ActOnClimate
#Climate #energy #solutions #cdnpoli #GreenNewDeal
We have the solutions, implement them. #ActOnClimate
#Climate #energy #solutions #cdnpoli #GreenNewDeal
November 11, 2025 at 7:10 PM
In South Korea, built this bike lane covered by #solar panels. Cyclists are isolated from traffic, protected from the sun, and produces #cleanenergy at the same time!
We have the solutions, implement them. #ActOnClimate
#Climate #energy #solutions #cdnpoli #GreenNewDeal
We have the solutions, implement them. #ActOnClimate
#Climate #energy #solutions #cdnpoli #GreenNewDeal
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STATEMENT: #COP30 is a moment to recognize nature, ecological integrity (or the health of ecosystems), and Indigenous leadership as critical parts of the climate agenda.
🌎 Read our statement: bit.ly/47L3BKg
🌎 Read our statement: bit.ly/47L3BKg
November 11, 2025 at 2:48 PM
STATEMENT: #COP30 is a moment to recognize nature, ecological integrity (or the health of ecosystems), and Indigenous leadership as critical parts of the climate agenda.
🌎 Read our statement: bit.ly/47L3BKg
🌎 Read our statement: bit.ly/47L3BKg
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📢 Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) was just launched at #COP30Belém 🌎 What does this new investment mechanism mean for forest protection worldwide? And could it mark a paradigm shift in #climatefinance?
Read our #TFFF updates ➡️
www.naturebasedsolutionsinitiative.org/news/tropica...
Read our #TFFF updates ➡️
www.naturebasedsolutionsinitiative.org/news/tropica...
November 8, 2025 at 1:02 PM
📢 Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) was just launched at #COP30Belém 🌎 What does this new investment mechanism mean for forest protection worldwide? And could it mark a paradigm shift in #climatefinance?
Read our #TFFF updates ➡️
www.naturebasedsolutionsinitiative.org/news/tropica...
Read our #TFFF updates ➡️
www.naturebasedsolutionsinitiative.org/news/tropica...
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Congratulations to Brazil and partners for bold leadership on tropical forest conservation with the launch of the Tropical Forest Forever Facility.
The #TFFF now has over $5B in confirmed sponsor country investment commitments, thanks to Brazil, Indonesia, Norway and France.
The #TFFF now has over $5B in confirmed sponsor country investment commitments, thanks to Brazil, Indonesia, Norway and France.
November 10, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Congratulations to Brazil and partners for bold leadership on tropical forest conservation with the launch of the Tropical Forest Forever Facility.
The #TFFF now has over $5B in confirmed sponsor country investment commitments, thanks to Brazil, Indonesia, Norway and France.
The #TFFF now has over $5B in confirmed sponsor country investment commitments, thanks to Brazil, Indonesia, Norway and France.
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1/5. 🗣️At the opening of COP 30, the head of [email protected], Jim Skea, reminded us what the best available science is telling us about the risks associated every increment of #GlobalWarming and the #LossAndDamage implications. 🔥
November 10, 2025 at 7:47 PM
1/5. 🗣️At the opening of COP 30, the head of [email protected], Jim Skea, reminded us what the best available science is telling us about the risks associated every increment of #GlobalWarming and the #LossAndDamage implications. 🔥
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Switzerland is joining Horizon Europe!
We are uniting two research powerhouses.
For cutting-edge innovation that will boost our energy security, digital transformation, health and so much more.
Today is a good day for science, and for our EU-Switzerland partnership.
We are uniting two research powerhouses.
For cutting-edge innovation that will boost our energy security, digital transformation, health and so much more.
Today is a good day for science, and for our EU-Switzerland partnership.
November 10, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Switzerland is joining Horizon Europe!
We are uniting two research powerhouses.
For cutting-edge innovation that will boost our energy security, digital transformation, health and so much more.
Today is a good day for science, and for our EU-Switzerland partnership.
We are uniting two research powerhouses.
For cutting-edge innovation that will boost our energy security, digital transformation, health and so much more.
Today is a good day for science, and for our EU-Switzerland partnership.
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EU’s new 2040 climate deal: "It's a political compromise that at least keeps the 2050 target within reach,” PIK director Edenhofer says. “If the targets are constantly being watered down, that’s not a good idea, because then the 2050 target will not be achievable."
www.politico.eu/article/eu-w...
www.politico.eu/article/eu-w...
EU’s weakened climate target raises risk of missing net-zero, top adviser warns
Chair of bloc’s science advisory board also dismissed industry calls to scrap carbon pricing.
www.politico.eu
November 10, 2025 at 10:31 AM
EU’s new 2040 climate deal: "It's a political compromise that at least keeps the 2050 target within reach,” PIK director Edenhofer says. “If the targets are constantly being watered down, that’s not a good idea, because then the 2050 target will not be achievable."
www.politico.eu/article/eu-w...
www.politico.eu/article/eu-w...
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Extreme weather can wreak unbelievable havoc.
Nobody knows this better than those forced to flee.
#COP30 must deliver solutions for those hardest hit.
Nobody knows this better than those forced to flee.
#COP30 must deliver solutions for those hardest hit.
November 10, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Extreme weather can wreak unbelievable havoc.
Nobody knows this better than those forced to flee.
#COP30 must deliver solutions for those hardest hit.
Nobody knows this better than those forced to flee.
#COP30 must deliver solutions for those hardest hit.
Very excited to be working with some excellent partners across Europe and Africa to strengthen our understanding on the importance of Mountains for navigating future climate, biodiversity and sustainability challenges @mtnresearchmri.bsky.social
@yesiuoy.bsky.social
@anthropocenebio.bsky.social
@yesiuoy.bsky.social
@anthropocenebio.bsky.social
Rob Marchant, Laura Pereira, Unai Pascual, and Thomas Hickler will use their ERC Synergy Grant to understand how nature and societies interact in and beyond mountain socioecological systems ⛰️
@rob-marchant.bsky.social @laurap18.bsky.social @upascual.bsky.social
👉 buff.ly/ZQhLp4h
#ERCSyG
@rob-marchant.bsky.social @laurap18.bsky.social @upascual.bsky.social
👉 buff.ly/ZQhLp4h
#ERCSyG
November 10, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Very excited to be working with some excellent partners across Europe and Africa to strengthen our understanding on the importance of Mountains for navigating future climate, biodiversity and sustainability challenges @mtnresearchmri.bsky.social
@yesiuoy.bsky.social
@anthropocenebio.bsky.social
@yesiuoy.bsky.social
@anthropocenebio.bsky.social
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🌍 A 2°C rise in global temperatures could leave 200M more people facing hunger by 2050.
CGIAR supports farmers and governments with climate-smart practices, resilient crops, and evidence for national and global climate action.
🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh
#WithScienceWeCan
CGIAR supports farmers and governments with climate-smart practices, resilient crops, and evidence for national and global climate action.
🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh
#WithScienceWeCan
November 10, 2025 at 7:50 AM
🌍 A 2°C rise in global temperatures could leave 200M more people facing hunger by 2050.
CGIAR supports farmers and governments with climate-smart practices, resilient crops, and evidence for national and global climate action.
🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh
#WithScienceWeCan
CGIAR supports farmers and governments with climate-smart practices, resilient crops, and evidence for national and global climate action.
🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh
#WithScienceWeCan
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There are 22 key risks from #ClimateChange
But we have the solutions & tools 🔍🛠️⚖️ to take #ClimateAction
PL RP🩷💚💙
original graph by IPCC
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There are 22 key risks from #ClimateChange
But we have the solutions & tools 🔍🛠️⚖️ to take #ClimateAction
PL RP🩷💚💙
original graph by IPCC
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November 10, 2025 at 7:51 AM
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There are 22 key risks from #ClimateChange
But we have the solutions & tools 🔍🛠️⚖️ to take #ClimateAction
PL RP🩷💚💙
original graph by IPCC
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@jumpintraxjack.bsky.social @abmosa.bsky.social
@debwa.bsky.social @squaresquirrel.bsky.social
There are 22 key risks from #ClimateChange
But we have the solutions & tools 🔍🛠️⚖️ to take #ClimateAction
PL RP🩷💚💙
original graph by IPCC
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Gainford - the Spa town never was ! One of best swimming spots along the River Tees made even better with the Autumnal colours and river running well.
November 9, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Gainford - the Spa town never was ! One of best swimming spots along the River Tees made even better with the Autumnal colours and river running well.
South Africa really is at the forefront of some of the challenges that lie ahead…
SOUTH AFRICA RECORD HEAT
Overheated berg winds on the coast of Western Cape with temperatures up to 42C and records of hot nights as well:
NOVEMBER RECORDS
Molteno min 22.5 max 36.3
Min 20.6 Langebaanweg -First tropical night in spring
Min 19.2 Lamberts Bay
More heat coming
Overheated berg winds on the coast of Western Cape with temperatures up to 42C and records of hot nights as well:
NOVEMBER RECORDS
Molteno min 22.5 max 36.3
Min 20.6 Langebaanweg -First tropical night in spring
Min 19.2 Lamberts Bay
More heat coming
November 9, 2025 at 9:28 AM
South Africa really is at the forefront of some of the challenges that lie ahead…
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Amid squabbles, bombast and competing interests, what can Cop30 achieve? #Climate
Amid squabbles, bombast and competing interests, what can Cop30 achieve?
Climate summit in Brazil needs to find way to stop global heating accelerating amid stark divisions
www.theguardian.com
November 9, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Amid squabbles, bombast and competing interests, what can Cop30 achieve? #Climate
Perfectly formed #mushrooms are a real Autumnal gem
November 9, 2025 at 9:24 AM
Perfectly formed #mushrooms are a real Autumnal gem
Beautiful Beech tree have had a bumper crop of beech nuts - a proper mast year
November 8, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Beautiful Beech tree have had a bumper crop of beech nuts - a proper mast year
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📚Fruit trees store carbon, support livelihoods, and boost food security.
This study provides simple tools for farmers to estimate carbon in their trees, empowering them in carbon markets & boosting #agroforestry efforts.
Read:👉 https://t.co/l0QYqQmjSf
#Trees4Resilience #COP30
This study provides simple tools for farmers to estimate carbon in their trees, empowering them in carbon markets & boosting #agroforestry efforts.
Read:👉 https://t.co/l0QYqQmjSf
#Trees4Resilience #COP30
November 7, 2025 at 6:20 AM
📚Fruit trees store carbon, support livelihoods, and boost food security.
This study provides simple tools for farmers to estimate carbon in their trees, empowering them in carbon markets & boosting #agroforestry efforts.
Read:👉 https://t.co/l0QYqQmjSf
#Trees4Resilience #COP30
This study provides simple tools for farmers to estimate carbon in their trees, empowering them in carbon markets & boosting #agroforestry efforts.
Read:👉 https://t.co/l0QYqQmjSf
#Trees4Resilience #COP30
erc.europa.eu/news-events/.... Lots of interesting insights to happen over the coming 6 years in our new ERC-funded project working across mountain systems
Synergy Grants 2025: Examples of projects
How do you solve science’s toughest puzzles? By joining forces. Sixty-six research teams, bringing together 239 scientists, will receive a total of €684 million in European Research Council Synergy Gr...
erc.europa.eu
November 6, 2025 at 1:58 PM
erc.europa.eu/news-events/.... Lots of interesting insights to happen over the coming 6 years in our new ERC-funded project working across mountain systems
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@IPBES.net assessments highlight gaps in biodiversity and ecosystem knowledge. Your work may already help fill them.
📝 Contribute to this global effort and have your input reported to the IPBES Plenary: https://www.ipbes.net/knowledge-gaps-questionnaire-2025
📝 Contribute to this global effort and have your input reported to the IPBES Plenary: https://www.ipbes.net/knowledge-gaps-questionnaire-2025
November 5, 2025 at 10:51 PM
@IPBES.net assessments highlight gaps in biodiversity and ecosystem knowledge. Your work may already help fill them.
📝 Contribute to this global effort and have your input reported to the IPBES Plenary: https://www.ipbes.net/knowledge-gaps-questionnaire-2025
📝 Contribute to this global effort and have your input reported to the IPBES Plenary: https://www.ipbes.net/knowledge-gaps-questionnaire-2025