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Frances Sandison

Frances Sandison

Dr.

 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8565-4198
20212024

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My current research focuses on sustainable food systems and food security, under the challenge of meeting Net Zero. My most recent projects use life cycle assessment to explore the environmental impacts (including carbon footprint) of national crop production under different growing methods. This encompasses the use of controlled system agriculture, such as vertical farming, as well as green agriculture in open field systems. It compares these results to the impacts of imported agricultural commodities to gain a global perspective on Scottish food production and consumption. In addition, work is ongoing into the environmental impacts of food and drink processing within Scotland to continue the research down the production chain. The purpose of this research overall is to identify sustainable production and processing methods, identify hotspots and offer suggestions as to best practice. 

Education/Academic qualification

PhD, Applied Marine Science

Award Date: 1 Sept 2021

Master, Biodiversity, Wildlife and Ecosystem Health, University of Edinburgh

Award Date: 1 Oct 2014

Bachelor, BSc (Hons) Biology , University of Edinburgh

Award Date: 10 Oct 2010

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  1. SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
    SDG 2 Zero Hunger
  2. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
    SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
  3. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
  4. SDG 13 - Climate Action
    SDG 13 Climate Action
  5. SDG 15 - Life on Land
    SDG 15 Life on Land

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  • 3 Oral presentation