Special Interest Group on Climate, Environment and Sustainability

The CES SIG provides a collaborative forum for IMA members working on or interested in the mathematical dimensions of climate science, environmental systems, and sustainability. The group seeks to unite the mathematical sciences community around global environmental challenges by promoting research, knowledge exchange, and public engagement.

Led by a diverse, rotating Leadership Committee, the SIG contributes to strategic direction, supports IMA consultation responses, and helps ensure that mathematics plays a central role in understanding climate systems, informing policy, and advancing sustainable solutions.

Key areas of activity include:

Hosting an annual open CES meeting and contributing at least two articles per year to Mathematics Today.
Advising on external consultations, producing reports, and engaging with UK and international sustainability groups (e.g., SIAM, EGU, CliMathNet).
Launching prizes, grants, and initiatives that celebrate excellence in climate‑related mathematical research and practice.
Maintaining a CES mailing list and gathering community input through surveys and event feedback.
Leading topical initiatives, such as thematic journal issues or public lectures on climate and sustainability.
Leading, co-organising and supporting CES-related activities, solo or in partnership, including research, training and social events