Models are everywhere. They guide decisions in complex, uncertain worlds—but they can’t eliminate uncertainty.  Instead, they frame it, interpret it, and sometimes obscure it.  So how do we model responsibly under uncertainty? How do we make uncertainty visible, usable, and open to challenge? How can we use this to make modelling more effective and relevant? And who gets […]

This one-day event will bring together a range of interdisciplinary researchers and stakeholders to critically explore the environmental impacts of AI and begin identifying meaningful responses and solutions.   If you are working in the field of sustainability of AI with a focus on environmental or climate impacts and would like to contribute to the workshop, please contact […]

The Second University of Exeter Environmental Intelligence Conference (EI26) will be hosted by the Centre for Environmental Intelligence. This three-day, in-person event on the theme AI for Environment will bring together leading researchers, innovators and practitioners to explore how environmental intelligence, data and AI can address sustainability challenges and support decision-making at scale. The programme features invited speakers, short talks, posters, panels, early-career events and networking. Open […]

Horizon Academics 2026 is a one-day online event designed as a space for PhD researchers to step back from day-to-day research pressures and reflect on the future of academia together. The day will bring researchers from different disciplines into conversation through short talks and facilitated breakout discussions, exploring how academic systems currently operate, where change is already emerging, and what universities might become […]

This year’s annual retreat is being held at St Michael’s Resort, Falmouth. The 3 day / 2 night retreat includes workshops and sessions focused on Training, Student Progress, Life after PhD and an opportunity to connect with each other. Including a visit to the University of Exeter Penryn Campus. A chance to take walks along […]

This retreat is for working on your PhD in all aspects – from writing chapters, papers, poster presentations, programming, reaching out to participants and more.  The aim is to have a relaxing few days in a supportive and beautiful environment. Enjoy the gardens and coastline, have your own space, and focus on what you want to […]

Two-day conference bringing together students, academics, and industry professionals from three AI CDTs to foster collaboration and deliver engaging workshops on AI for sustainability.

Student-led workshop on Post Growth modelling, bringing together voices from the Global South to explore how climate transitions can be aligned with development priorities and social justice.

An interdisciplinary workshop exploring the sustainability challenges of AI and scoping constructive responses with researchers, policymakers, technologists, and civil society actors.

A 4-day Grand Challenge event open to PhD students, featuring skills workshops and real-world sustainability challenges with Surfers Against Sewage, Uplift UK, and the Met Office.

2 days learning from each other and exploring together the Environmental Intelligence research agenda through exciting, interdisciplinary research and innovation.