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The future of geography: how power and politics in space will change our world
Geopolitical expert Tim Marshall explores how politics and geography are as important in the skies as on the ground, covering great-power rivalry, technology, commerce, combat in space, and what it all means for us down on Earth.
Children’s lecture by Lucy Shepherd
Join us for our annual children’s lecture, where stories of our fascinating world will come to life! Lucy will captivate young minds with engaging tales. After the lecture, enjoy a variety of fun activities, explore our giant floor map, and of course squash and biscuits.
Using GIS to survey habitats and measure improvements for Biodiversity Net Gain
Over the past year, data management firm EcoSpatial Solutions has been working with the Canal & River Trust to gather baseline data and measure improvements in biodiversity net gain (BNG) accurately in England and Wales.
A short history of flowers
From stories of exploration and unrequited love to excessive hybridisation and botanical piracy, Advolly will bring the histories of our most-loved flowers to life.
COP 29: what just happened? An expert panel discussion
This expert panel discussion, hosted by the RGS-IBG Climate Change Research Group, looks back at the ins and outs of COP 29 in Baku.
Impact of tourism on the Canadian Arctic
Canadian Arctic tourism has developed exponentially over the last decade. Much tourism focuses on its pristine wilderness - a vast, empty landscape of ice and snow containing charismatic wildlife. This lecture gives an overview on Arctic tourism, past, present, and future, and a look on its impact.
The art of globemaking: inside the hidden world of an ancient craft
A rare glimpse inside the London studio of Bellerby and Co, Globemakers with founder Peter and a cast of traditional makers, fine artists and craftspeople.
Machu Picchu: changes and challenges
The iconic Inca ruin Machu Picchu is crucial to the economic geography of Peru. John Hemming will show thrilling changes over the last 65 years and current challenges faced by mass tourism.
It shouldn't happen to a conservationist
Andy Lester will be dicussing the need to change the way we do conservation for a more resilient future.
Mapping underground Infrastructure through the National Underground Asset Register (NUAR)
This webinar will showcase how NUAR is set to revolutionise the way we manage underground infrastructure in the UK and its impact upon planning and land management by giving users access to data from all asset owners in a matter of second rather than days.
Tracks on the ocean: a history of trailblazing, maps and maritime travel
Sara charts a hidden history of the modern world through the tracks left on maps and the sea. Taking us from ancient Greek itineraries to 21st century digital mapping, via the voyages of Drake and Cook, Sara reveals how marks on maps have changed the course of modernity.
Using hydrometric sites and digital tools to manage England’s water resources
Join us to hear about how the Environment Agency is using a new digital service and their hydrometric network to manage England’s water resources.