IPR Editor
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Down but not out: the UN moves towards a fragile consensus for urgently needed action on NCDs and Mental Health
This week, Amy Thompson, Director of Operations, and Dan Hunt, PhD researcher and member of Local Health Global Profits (LHGP), have been representing the University of Bath at two major international public health and climate events. They have travelled to...
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The more in favour of welfare you are, the more likely you are to support cycle lanes
Public transport and urban infrastructure are never just about roads, buses, or cycle lanes—they reflect values, politics, and competing visions for society. Joanna Syrda examines how attitudes toward welfare spending shape support for cycle lanes, pavements, and other green transport...
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‘Greenhushing’ is a trend that leaves businesses downplaying their environmental wins
Many organisations highlight sustainability, but others deliberately downplay their efforts — a practice known as “greenhushing.” Research into UK service industries, including hotels, reveals why businesses stay silent: fear of reputational risk, lack of confidence, and over-reliance on certifications. Yet...
