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Bio-based solutions for a circular economy
Principal Scientist Ulla Forsström from the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd tells us about the INN-PRESSME Open Innovation Test Bed project, which aims to develop novel, sustainable and recyclable bio-based solutions to replace fossil-based plastic.
Green infrastructure for ecosystem resilience
Mita Drius and Luana Silveri from the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, explain fostering green infrastructure for ecosystem resilience in Alpine regions. The FRACTAL model, we hear, is a bottom-up all-round approach.
Prolonged impact of the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant Accident on health and society
Naomi Ito, Research Assistant at the Fukushima Medical University, tells us how the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Accident impacted and continues to impact local residents.
Interact fostering polar science and research in the arctic
Margareta Johansson and Terry V. Callaghan CMG, on behalf of INTERACT friends, walk us through a series of EU projects that foster polar science and research in the Arctic.
Forage fish: Pacific herring in Alaska
W. Scott Pegau and Hayley Hoover discuss the plight of forage fish, with a particular emphasis on understanding the lack of recovery of Pacific herring in Prince William Sound, Alaska.
Permafrost grown: Investigating permafrost-agriculture interactions in Alaska
Here, we learn about Dr. Melissa Ward Jones, who leads a transdisciplinary team of researchers at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, co-producing knowledge with farmers to understand these unique agricultural systems better.
Soil health characteristics
Lynette Abbott from The University of Western Australia, places the spotlight on soil health, including its physical, chemical, biological and hydrological characteristics.
Tourism redefined in sustainable Helsinki: The epitome of smart and sustainable travel
Helsinki, a sustainability powerhouse, emerges as a global leader in smart tourism. Boasting a top-ranking for sustainable travel, Helsinki pioneers carbon neutrality, community engagement, and innovation, setting the stage for a green urban future.
Innovating polymers: 100% recycled ECOPLASTOMER®
Katarzyna Pokwicka-Croucher, Founder and CEO of Ecopolplast, tells us about the company’s mission to innovate polymers through their eco-friendly Ecoplastomer® product, made with 100% recycled content that reduces CO2 emissions and ensures complete independence from virgin raw materials.
Toxic textiles: Potential health risks associated with toxic chemicals in clothing
Maria A. Muñoz and Pamela J. Lein from the University of California, Davis, focus on the potential health risks associated with toxic chemicals in clothing.
Turid Rustad: Navigating the seas of seafood processing
In this comprehensive discussion, Turid Rustad, professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology shares insights into her background in the realm of biotechnology and food science, the collaborative nature of her work, challenges in seafood processing, and her vision for the industry’s future.
Climate change threatens beach tourism
The Climate Service Center Germany (GERICS) and the Blue Flag Programme cooperate on the beach and coastal tourism adaptation to climate change.
Machine learning helps to improve climate services
Machine Learning methods have received significant attention in the past few years as a game changer for product development and Climate Services
Machine Learning methods,...
The toxicological implications of e-waste
Here, Donald A. Bruun and Pamela J. Lein discuss the toxicological implications of e-waste and how to address this global problem.
Climate, heatwaves, nearshore ecosystems and the sunflower sea star
Sarah Traiger, Biologist at the U.S. Geological Survey, in this wide-ranging analysis, examines climate, heatwaves, nearshore ecosystems, and the plight of the sunflower sea star.
Understanding Taiwan’s offshore wind industry
Here, Open Access Government speaks to Gwo-shyh Song, Chairman of MMA Global Aqua, and explores the challenges, successes and long term plans for the offshore wind power projects in Taiwan.
Next-generation climate services, regional to local scale
Here, we discover how Climate Service Center Germany (GERICS) develops next-generation climate services from the regional to local scale.
The crucial role of scavengers in ecosystem health
Animal scavengers’ role in maintaining ecosystem balance is often overlooked. Dr Laurel Lynch from the University of Idaho tells us about her important research on how scavenging by Tasmanian devils influences ecosystem processes.
Co-creating a sustainable blue economy for sweden
Wehn, Linders and Barquet explain how the MISTRA C2B2 programme is working to bring about transformative change in participatory ocean governance in Sweden.
How can Europe and its industry transition to a more circular and sustainable society?
Mattias Lindahl from Linköping University and Carl Dalhammar from Lund University explore how Europe and its industry can transition to a more circular and sustainable society.
