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Improving sustainability standards through collaboration

Julija Menise, Senior Vice President at TDi Sustainability, guides us towards positive change regarding new sustainability standards.

ESCT: Europe’s 30-year cities movement calls to step up the speed for a green transition

The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe’s transition to climate neutrality.

Cost-cutting, carbon-curbing: Energy solutions for business success

In today’s era of environmental consciousness, the push towards decarbonisation is not only a national goal but a vital objective for businesses. Sustainability has evolved from being a mere ethical concern to becoming a key strategic imperative for long-term success in every sector.

Digitalisation and sustainability: The Freiburg example

Martin W. W. Horn, Lord Mayor of Freiburg and President of ICLEI Europe, discusses the intersection of digitalisation and sustainability, using Freiburg’s urban development as an example.

Genetic modification paves the way for eco-friendly super wood

Researchers have developed sustainable building materials by genetically modifying poplar trees to produce high-performance wood.

Swedish breakthrough in recycling medical plastics

Swedish researchers at Chalmers University have revealed a new technology set to transform the recycling landscape, particularly for healthcare waste.

Urbanisation and sustainability: How the Netherlands is pioneering green urban development

As the global urban population is projected to increase to 2.5 billion people by 2050, cities face immense environmental challenges.

Smart lighting for a sustainable urban ecosystem

Urbis Schréder guide us through the concept of interoperable smart lighting, which seeks to create a sustainable urban ecosystem.

A democratic, sustainable and resilient future with the EU Green Deal

Wolfgang Teubner, ICLEI Regional Director for Europe and the Managing Director (CEO) of the ICLEI European Secretariat, shares with us the importance of making use of our multilevel system for a democratic, sustainable and resilient future with the EU Green Deal.

UK urged to act quickly to lead the green industrial revolution

Britain has an opportunity to become a global leader in the green industrial revolution, but swift and strong action from the government is needed, according to a significant new report by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR).

UK Government announces £11.5m funding boost for local water quality projects

The UK government has unveiled plans to inject £11.5 million into local projects aimed at enhancing water quality, tree planting, habitat restoration, and flood management across England.

Net-zero construction: Bath leads the way in cutting emissions in construction

Bath and North East Somerset Council have announced a planning policy to reduce carbon emissions in construction.

FimusKraft Bio-gas Plant (FKBP): Is bio-waste a cost or an income for you?

FimusKraft bio-gas Plant FKBP turns the bio-waste cost-effectively into electricity, heat and nutrient-rich bio-fertilizer.

UK Government invests £1.73 million in AI projects to drive green transition

The UK government has allocated £1.73 million in funding to support innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects to reduce carbon emissions across critical sectors.

Research holds hope for sustainable acetylene production

Researchers have found an approach to help tackle sustainability; the study introduces a strategy to produce acetylene (C2H2).

The need for green and sustainable healthcare amid climate challenges

Each week seems to highlight the critical importance of sustainable healthcare solutions, to ready the service for undeniable changes in our climate. Having recognised the emerging threat and defining its Net Zero target timeline, the NHS is now in a pivotal phase for turning ambition into action.

Revolutionising NHS transport infrastructure towards net zero

Anjub Ali, Senior Construction Specialist at NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS), explains revolutionising NHS transport infrastructure for a sustainable future in the drive towards net zero.

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