Climate activists say scientists should use ‘trusted voice’

Police officers try to prevent Scientist Rebellion activists from throwing red paint at the exterior of the Spanish Parliament to protest climate change, in Madrid, Spain, April 6, 2022

Does climate activism help or hinder an academic career?

Scientists involved in road-blocking and invading private jet terminals say they’ve lost out on promotions and been reported by students but others cite their protests in grant applications as forms of research output

By Ben Upton

23 August

Insulate Britain climate activists begin to block the M25 to illustrate story about how researchers need to tread with caution when engaging with activists

Can researchers navigate the ethical minefield of protest trials?

Dealing with activists in legal jeopardy requires extra attention to ethical concerns, say protesters

By Jack Grove

21 October

How I became a climate activist

Nicholas Till reflects on the path that has led him from research on opera to direct political action

By Nicholas Till

16 September

Rupert Read tries to use his work outside the academy to help make the world a better place

Impact agenda ‘enables climate change scholar-activists’

Philosopher and Extinction Rebellion campaigner highlights ‘genuine synergies’ between academia and activism

By Ellie Bothwell

5 November

Climate activists say scientists should use ‘trusted voice’

After protest at Oslo Airport, Norwegian researchers say scientists have duty to sound climate alarm

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