Pioneering Sustainable Futures for China and the Globe
The Climate and Environmental Solutions Research Center (CESRC) at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) is at the forefront of addressing the most critical environmental challenges of our time. Driven by rapid industrialization and urbanization, China faces unprecedented pressures on its natural resources and ecosystems. CESRC was established to pioneer the innovative scientific and engineering solutions necessary to drive sustainable development and build a resilient future.
We are a dynamic, interdisciplinary research hub, uniting renowned experts from chemical and environmental engineering, civil engineering, and geographical sciences. Our mission is to conduct cutting-edge experimental, theoretical, and empirical research that translates into tangible impact, bridging the critical gap between academic discovery and real-world application.
Key research themes
Our research is strategically focused on pressing global issues, with particular emphasis on the Chinese context. Our core strengths and research themes include:
- Air Quality and Pollution Control: Developing technologies and strategies to mitigate air pollution and improve air quality in urban and industrial areas.
- Aquatic Resource and Soil Management: Investigating the preservation and restoration of aquatic ecosystems and soil health.
- Carbon Neutral Practices & Technologies: Researching innovative approaches to reduce carbon emissions and achieve carbon neutrality.
- Green Construction Materials: Researching and developing sustainable, eco-friendly construction materials to reduce the environmental impact of the building industry and promote energy-efficient infrastructure.
- Natural Medicine Resources: Exploring the sustainable use of natural resources for medicinal purposes.
- Solid Waste Recycling/Treatment/Management: Developing efficient systems for waste reduction, recycling, and disposal.
- Urban Climate Change: Studying the impacts of urbanization on local and regional climates and developing adaptive strategies for sustainable urban development.
- Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment: Advancing methods for water purification, wastewater treatment, and sustainable water resource management.
Team members
CESRC is powered by a team of internationally recognized and highly active researchers. Our faculty leads pioneering projects, publishes in high-impact journals, and secured significant research funding. We pride ourselves on a collaborative and supportive environment that nurtures the next generation of scientific leaders.
Leadership:
1) Prof. John Zhou, Dean of the Faculty of Science and Engineering | Profile
2) Prof. Jun He, Head of CESRC, Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering | Profile
3) Prof. Bo Li, Deputy Head of CESRC, Department of Civil Engineering | Profile
Core Members:
4) Prof. Bencan Tang, Associate Dean for ESE, Chemical & Environmental Engineering | Profile
5) Prof. Faith Chan, Head of School of Geographical Sciences | Profile
6) Dr. Ahmad Mousa, Department of Civil Engineering | Profile
7) Dr. Binjie Hu, Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering | Profile
8) Dr. Fangfang Zhu, Department of Civil Engineering | Profile
9) Dr. Ping Fu, School of Geographical Sciences | Profile
10) Dr. Meili Feng, School of Geographical Sciences | Profile
11) Dr. Tengwen Long, School of Geographical Sciences | Profile
12) Dr. Zhiyu Xiao, Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering | Profile
Join Us in Making an Impact
CESRC offers exceptional opportunities for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to work on high-impact projects with state-of-the-art facilities and expert supervision. We actively foster collaborations with industry, government bodies, and international institutions to ensure our research informs policy and drives sustainable innovation.
For more information, prospective students and research partners are encouraged to contact our leadership:
Prof. Jun He (Head of CESRC)
- Email: Jun.He@nottingham.edu.cn
- Telephone: +86 (0)574 8818 0000-9385
Prof. Bo Li (Deputy Head of CESRC)
- Email: Bo.Li@nottingham.edu.cn
- Telephone: +86 (0)574 8818 0000-9471
Explore the links to our members' profiles to learn more about their specific research interests and current projects. We look forward to collaborating with you to create a more sustainable world.