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Public talks

The Hidden Cost of Forever Wars

Ali Borhani FRSA exposes how the astounding carbon footprint of global conflict has remained the elephant in the room of climate policy.
27 May 2026 Durham Street Auditorium
A large explosion with thick smoke rises above densely packed buildings in a city at dusk, illuminating the surrounding area with a fiery glow and highlighting the war’s environmental impact.
Public talks

Yes, there is an alternative

Author and journalist George Monbiot in conversation with author Jeremy Lent on what a life-enhancing future could look like.
17 Jun 2026 RSA House and YouTube
Modern building with many plants and trees growing on its balconies and rooftops, integrating greenery with architecture against a blue sky with scattered clouds.
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Backing the builders of a greener future

Finalists from the RSA Spark Entrepreneur Awards have secured significant additional funding from the Chacegrove Family Foundation to help them take their high-impact ideas further into real-world solutions.
2 Apr 2026 Mike Thatcher
Two people stand in front of a brick wall, viewing student projects or architectural displays mounted on it. The individuals are seen from behind and in shadow, focusing on the exhibits.
Public talks

Ocean Futurisms: DSA screenings

Ocean Futurisms brings together four short films that explore the current state of our seas, and imagine possible futures – followed by a panel conversation and audience Q&A on ocean policy, climate justice, activism, interdisciplinary collaboration, storytelling and marine protection.
25 Mar 2026 RSA House, Durham Street Auditorium
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Greener intelligence: AI powered by the Sun

As the use of AI grows, so does its environmental footprint. But, argues Darren Evans, solar-powered AI stations in sun-rich regions, using advanced cooling technology, could support a future that is both digitally advanced and environmentally accountable.
18 Dec 2025 Darren Evans FRSA
Blog

Top 10 RSA Journal articles in 2025

A year end wrap up of the top 10 articles by readership on RSAJournal+; spanning all four 2025 issues and their themes associated with the RSA’s year of social connections: Trust, Mobility/Opportunity, Exclusion and Action.
18 Dec 2025 Mike Thatcher
Lead Feature

Why saving the planet requires more honesty

Once cheered, now booed, the fight to save our climate is at a crossroads. Climate activist Clover Hogan argues that the issue lies in who holds the power – and that real change depends on collective action, bold civic participation and challenging the elites who profit from delay. Only honesty can rebuild momentum.
10 Dec 2025 Clover Hogan
Fellowship events

How to think like an ancestor

Join RSA fellow and Amateur Ancestor Justine Boussard on a unique time-travelling workshop designed to expand your sense of agency when it comes to tackling the climate emergency.
12 Feb 2026 Farrell Centre, Eldon Place, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RD