CCS Newsletter 17/3 - last event of term!
Sign-up to “The Future of Food” here (20/3) - it’s a Food Systems Symposium held from 3-8pm (food samples included…)!
We’re recruiting the next CCS president and vice-presidents! Apply here by Monday 24th March and scroll down for more information
Support the following petitions to ban fossil fuel advertising and sponsorship and run a public information campaign on the climate crisis!
💜 from Haley and the rest of the CCS Committee
📅 Upcoming Events
Thursday March 20th, 3-8pm: The Future of Food @ Old Divinity School, John’s (last CCS event of the term!). Sign-up here!
Join us for a packed afternoon exploring how cutting-edge science is reshaping what’s on our plates. From behavioural science, to lab-grown meat and plant-based innovation, we’ll dive into the breakthroughs redefining food production, sustainability, and nutrition.
Expect thought-provoking talks, interactive Q&As, and even a chance to sample the future of food! Stick around for networking from 7pm. Attendees are welcome to drop in and out through the event.
Refreshments will be available, as well as some food samples from our speakers!
Our speakers include:
Professor Andrew Knight, Veterinary Professor at Murdoch University, speaking on the unexpected impact the pet food industry has on our food systems.
Abby Couture, Social Researcher at Bryant Research. Bryant Research uses social science research to help accelerate the protein transition from conventional meat to alternative proteins.
Dr Giuseppe Scionti, CEO & Founder of NOVAMEAT, a leading alternative proteins start up.
Professor George Lomonossof, Virologist at the John Innes Centre: Harnessing Biosynthesis for Sustainable Food and Health
Yash Mishra, CEO and Co-Founder of Cellcraft, speaking on lab grown meat from both a technical and industry-based perspective.
Thursday March 20th, 12-1pm: Careers in Existential Risk @ The Meridian Office - 54 Sidney Street Cambridge
Join the Centre for the Study of Existential Risk for a discussion about study and career opportunities in the growing field of existential risk, from student opportunities to postgraduate study and professional roles.
Friday March 21st, 1-5pm: Climate Challenge Final Event @ King’s Sign-up here!
💼 CCS President and Vice-President Applications
The Cambridge Climate Society is recruiting its next President, Vice-President or co-Presidents for the 2025-2026 academic year, and we think it could be you! This is an incredible opportunity to lead one of Cambridge’s largest and fastest growing societies and have a tangible impact across the university!
The application form is HERE. We’d like to stress that applications from anyone and everyone are welcome for this role! Being on committee for the previous year is not a prerequisite. Applications are welcome from any degree course (undergrad & postgrad) with an interest in climate. The only requirements are a deep commitment to the climate crisis, great organisational skills, and willingness to own the full responsibility of the role.
The deadline is Monday March 24th 11:59pm.
Please note: only applications for President are currently open - this is so that the successful applicant(s) can participate in the recruitment process for next year’s committee. We will open applications for the rest of committee later next term. The role officially starts towards the end of Easter but applications are open now to gradually ease you in!