Anant Ambani named professor of practice in sustainability at Newcastle University
They publishedIndian oil and gas heir made professor of sustainability at Newcastle University
First reportThe Guardian · 24 Sept, 10:26Z
Latest reportThe Guardian · 24 Sept, 10:26Z
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What
Newcastle University named Anant Ambani professor of practice in sustainability, prompting backlash over his business interests and Vantara wildlife concerns.
Why
Conservationists questioned animal sourcing and university due diligence, while experts raised concerns that corporate funding could influence academia.
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Attention will remain on Newcastle University’s response and investigations linked to Vantara.
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Summary
- Newcastle University faced backlash over Anant Ambani's professorship appointment.
- Ambani is heir to Indian oil and gas fortune and leads renewable energy at Reliance.
- He also runs Vantara, a 1,400-hectare private zoo linked to controversial wildlife concerns.
- Conservationists questioned sourcing of animals and university due diligence in appointment.
- Experts worry corporate funding could influence academia while investigations linger.