Natasha T
- Research Program Mentor
MPhil at Cambridge University
Expertise
History; Creative Writing; Environmental History Studies; Science, Technology & Society (STS); Business Studies; ESG or Sustainability Reporting; Carbon Accounting
Bio
I am passionate about environmental sustainability, particularly at the intersection of history, policy, and innovation. With a Master’s degree from the University of Cambridge, my academic focus has been on understanding how historical developments in energy, climate, and environmental policies shape today’s sustainability challenges. I believe that historical context provides essential insights into present-day environmental issues, and I am dedicated to applying this understanding to create impactful, forward-thinking solutions for decarbonisation and climate resilience.Project ideas
Object History: Coral Trade & their environmental history
Project Synopsis: This project focuses on the historical significance of coral as a traded object, tracing its origins as a valuable commodity and exploring how coral trade linked different civilizations over time. Students will investigate how coral was used in various cultures, its symbolic meanings, and the economic and ecological implications of coral extraction and trade. Additionally, they’ll look at coral trade routes and how these exchanges influenced cultural interactions. Knowledge & Skills Gained: Students will learn: Historical research techniques Information gathering from scientific articles, documentaries, and historical environmental records How to structure an informative research essay or visual timeline Potential Student Outcomes: Students may create a cultural history research paper, a timeline or map showcasing coral trade routes, or a multimedia presentation exploring how coral facilitated exchanges between cultures.
Calculating Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions for my School
This project helps students understand the concept of carbon emissions and how to measure them using real-life data from their high school. Students will calculate Scope 1 (direct emissions from school activities), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from energy purchased by the school), and Scope 3 (other indirect emissions, such as student and faculty commuting) to get a comprehensive look at the school’s carbon footprint. Knowledge & Skills Gained: Students will learn: Basics of greenhouse gas emissions and the concepts of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions Data collection, organization, and basic carbon accounting Critical thinking around sustainable practices and emission-reduction strategies Skills in organizing information into a report format or a digital presentation Potential Student Outcomes: Students can produce a detailed report outlining their calculations, along with recommendations to reduce the school's emissions, or they could create a presentation for the school board summarizing findings and proposing sustainable practices.