Invest in nature: Biodiversity financing for cities and regions
Dr Eszter Mogyorosy, Innovative Finance, and Barbara Riedemann, Communications both from the World Secretariat of ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability World Secretariat, shed light on biodiversity financing for cities and regions, providing a roadmap to invest in nature.
EPA shines a spotlight on green chemistry innovations
Jennie Romer, Deputy Assistant Administrator for Pollution Prevention at EPA’s Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP) in the U.S., shines the spotlight on green chemistry innovations.
Canada’s natural resources: Supplying the world
Cody Battershill, Founder and Spokesperson for CanadaAction.ca, explores how Canada’s natural resources make it the ideal supplier nation of natural resources to the world.
Our environments natural salt cycle is being altered by human activities
A recent study led by University of Maryland Geology Professor Sujay Kaushal reveals that human actions are disrupting the natural salt cycle globally, potentially jeopardising ecosystems and human well-being.
Ecological sustainability for the future of all life on Earth
The Born Free Foundation’s Head of Conservation, Dr Nikki Tagg and Head of Policy, Dr Mark Jones, say that ecological sustainability is an essential element for the future of all life on Earth.
Protein root discovery secures the future of climate-proof plants
Scientists have identified a protein that effectively seals plant roots, controlling the absorption of nutrients and water from the soil.
Climate diplomacy in EU foreign affairs
Stefano Mallia, President of the Employers’ Group and rapporteur for the EESC opinion on EU Climate Diplomacy, says climate diplomacy is “preventive diplomacy” and should be the top priority in the EU’s foreign policy.
UK air pollution regulations are saving lives but not protecting ecosystems
UCL researchers have discovered that current air pollution regulations in the UK will prevent thousands of premature adult deaths.
The urgent need for sustainable and ethical alternatives to fast fashion
Fast fashion allows clothing manufacturers and retailers to prioritise speed and affordably over quality, often at the expense of ethical and environmental considerations.
How AI combats climate change and mitigates its impact
Climate change remains one of the most pressing issues humanity has to deal with today. In this article, we discuss how AI combats climate change.
Anaerobic digestion: A sustainable solution for combatting food waste
Despite the recent government review of net zero policies, food waste's environmental impact persists, highlighting the importance of anaerobic digestion.
Carbon capture, utilisation and storage technology
Ruth Herbert, Chief Executive of the Carbon Capture & Storage Association, lifts the lid on Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage technology.
Climate driven extreme heat threatens human habitation on earth
If global temperatures rise by 1 degree Celsius or more beyond their current levels, billions of individuals annually will face conditions of extreme heat and humidity that hinder their natural ability to cool down.
Coffee and cocoa face threat from pollinator decline
A study by UCL and Natural History Museum reveals that insect pollinator decline significantly threatens tropical crops like coffee and cocoa
Tackle social and environmental challenges simultaneously
Mark McKenna MBE, Co-Founder/CEO of Down to Earth, tells us about new ways to tackle social and environmental challenges at the same time since
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The human-elephant conflict: A call for balanced conservation
The International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation lifts the lid on the human-elephant conflict, calling for a balanced approach toward conservation efforts.
Ancient rock unleash as much CO2 as world’s volcanoes
New research challenges the idea that natural rock weathering acts as a carbon sink that removes CO2 from the atmosphere.
Cities are 24×7: What if they were powered 24×7 with carbon free energy?
Molly Webb, explains why achieving net-zero cities is crucial for meeting global climate goals, what can carbon free energy do to help?
England have implemented a single-use plastic ban
In England, a ban on disposable plastic plates, utensils, and specific types of polystyrene cups and containers became effective on Sunday (1st October 2023).
Could biodiversity decline be fueling spreading viruses?
Researchers reveal the interconnected nature of environmental changes, biodiversity decline, and the spread of pathogens.