University Of Houston, Heriot-Watt University announce strategic alliance; Details Here

An MoU was inked by the University Of Houston President Renu Khator and Principal, Vice-Chancellor and Professor of Heriot-Watt University Richard A. Williams.

The University of Houston and Scotland’s Heriot-Watt University have entered an agreement to foster global collaboration in education, research and innovation in the energy sector and beyond. The universities have signed a memorandum of understanding which was signed by the University Of Houston President Renu Khator and Principal, Vice-Chancellor and Professor of Heriot-Watt University Richard A. Williams.

Under the agreement, the universities are committed to advancing research that helps society deliver a just energy transition, with emphasis on hydrogen – a critical element in the transition to sustainable energy solutions.

The University Of Houston comprises several research centres that are focussing on energy. The university is a pivotal international oil and gas hub and home to over 4,500 energy companies.

Heriot-Watt University is a global university with campuses in Scotland, the UAE and Malaysia. It is a research-led university with active programs in clean energy and next-generation energy technologies. 

“I am thrilled to witness the official celebration of our shared commitment to advancing transformative energy solutions. Through this partnership, we aim to harness our collective expertise to address pressing energy challenges and drive sustainable innovation on a global scale," said Ramanan Krishnamoorti, vice president for energy and innovation at University of Houston, as reported by India Education Diary.

Heriot-Watt University tracking carbon footprint in campus meals

The university has joined forces with the City of Edinburgh Council to launch a new initiative to track the carbon footprint of each meal served. The software provided by the company Klimato is being rolled out across key food venues across campus. 

Professor Mercedes Maroto-Valer, Deputy Principal for Global Sustainability at Heriot-Watt University, said, “By clearly showing the carbon footprint of food served on campus, we are empowering our community to make informed choices, not just for their plates, but for the planet. Through Klimato and with the assistance of the City of Edinburgh Council, we are becoming ever-more conscious contributors to a greener, more sustainable future. Let every meal be a mindful step towards environmental stewardship as the choices made today will help shape the world of tomorrow," as reported by The Edinburgh Reporter.

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