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Our sustainable human development as a co-operative society

Jean-Paul Close is the Founder of STIR Foundation, which stands for Sustainocracy, Transformation, Indexation, and Research. Here, he shares how this organization works to develop local holistic solutions to global problems using a sustainocratic ideology.
The port of Grundsund, Sweden. Against the backdrop of a picturesque coastal town, the scene captures the rhythmic dance of fishing boats and sailboats, the lively comings and goings of maritime activities, and the enchanting blend of maritime tradition and modern seafaring life. The vibrant colors of the boats, the sounds of water lapping against the docks, and the lively atmosphere of the port showcase the dynamic heart of Grundsund, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the charm of this coastal gem.

Sustainability transformations in marine governance in Sweden via social learning

Dr. Angelo Jonas Imperiale and Dr. Uta Wehn describe the MISTRA C2B2 programme’s unique approach to promoting sustainability transformations in Sweden’s marine governance through social learning in Living Labs.
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Electric-field nanobubbles: A step change in nanobubble engineering, and its “coming of age”

Niall J. English, from Chemical Engineering at University College Dublin, discusses how electric-field nanobubbles have displaced their mechanically-generated counterparts in performance and sustainability.
Figure 1. Schematic of underwater localisation of fishing gear by ID tag marking (DFG= discarded fishing gear).

Marine plastic litter vs clean and living water

Marine plastic pollution is a global crisis with increasing impacts on the environment, marine life, and human health. Multinational and national organisations are working to develop solutions that are accepted by all stakeholders connected to the marine environment and fishing industry.
Aerial view of cement factory with high concrete plant structure and tower crane at industrial production site on foggy morning. Manufacture and global industry concept.

Emissions from building and construction can be halved with current technologies and practices

Filip Johnsson and Ida Karlsson from Chalmers University of Technology argue that building and construction emissions can be halved with current technologies and practices in place.

Decarbonizing the textile industry: How Ever Dye is revolutionizing dyeing processes

While the textile industry is continuously evolving and becoming more technologically advanced, it still relies on highly polluting and energy-intensive processes. Victor Durand, Head of Operations at Ever Dye, shares the company’s commitment to changing this and decarbonizing the textile industry.
Scientist, microscope and analysis in lab for healthcare, innovation and development in stem cell research. Black woman, investigation and experiment with biotech for dna, exam or test for bacteria

The vital role of sustainable chemistry

Prof. Dr. Cecilia Van Cauwenberghe, PhD, MSc, BS, MBA, Research Director at Everest Group, sheds light on sustainable chemistry, including how breakthrough innovations drive global change.
Figure 1: Microbes particulate the cycles of four important elements.

Microbes as high-potential green resource producers

Hui-Ping Chuang, Assistant researcher at the Sustainable Environment Research Laboratories of the National Cheng Kung University, shares insights into the vital role of microbes in waste removal and sustainable resource generation.
Group of young gardeners picking tomatoes in greenhouse. Crate full of juicy tomatoes in focus

The TITAN Project: Transforming the food system for a sustainable future

The European Federation of Food Science and Technology (EFFoST) wants to revolutionise the food industry with its new TITAN Project. This four-year Horizon Europe initiative seeks to enhance transparency, improve food safety, and promote sustainability in the agri-food sector.
5.10.2023 – Stakeholder workshop in Constance with representative from the city administration. Source: V. Reinhart

Future climate services for resilient cities: The CoKLIMAx lighthouse project

Climate Service Center Germany (GERICS) is exploring future climate services for resilient cities by focusing on the CoKLIMAx lighthouse project.
sustainable wheat production, WHEATbiome

Microbiomes for the future of sustainable wheat production

Researchers from the WHEATBIOME project joined forces to address several challenges related to sustainable wheat production and consumption, revealing the role of microbes in shaping the Future of Healthy Food.
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Pioneering solutions for sustainable protein production in future

InnoProtein consortium, explain why sustainable protein production is urgently needed and how, with its circular, zero-waste approach, InnoProtein supports this goal.
Figure 1. Parking and charging duration for overnight parking events. (10-minute resolution). Kobayashi et al. (2024)

GPS logging of smart charging of electric vehicles

Filip Johnsson, Maria Taljegard and Yuki Kobayashi from Chalmers University of Technology, investigate the smart charging of electric vehicles, specifically GPS logging of driving and charging patterns.

Solving recycling challenges with sustainable polymers

Angela Ivanova, CEO & Co-Founder, explains how her firm LAM’ON solves recycling challenges. A shift to sustainable polymers will reduce the environmental footprint of non-degradable packaging materials; we discover.

Harnessing nature for more sustainable food systems

Markus Wyss and Ian Carr emphasize the importance of nature-positive innovations to address the pressing environmental challenges.
Girl biking at Pohjolankatu

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.
Iconic sandy beach and coastal dune system in Porto Pino (Italy)

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.
medical research in pharmaceutical factory laboratory.

The research experiences for undergraduates (REU) program

Greg M. Swain, hailing from the Department of Chemistry at Michigan State University, examines cross-disciplinary training in sustainable chemistry and chemical processes, including the critical role of mentoring and finding research experiences for undergraduates.
Forest fire at night, Climate change human health and wildfires

Building a resilient future: Tackling climate change, human health and wildfires

Mónica Rodrigues from the University of Coimbra and Fantina Tedim from the University of Porto, both in Portugal, present their perspectives on climate, human health, and wildfires to create a future that is both sustainable and resilient.
Figure 1: A. Agroecological farming methods, “Parelheiros”, to produce greens to be marketed at local co-operatives in Sao Paulo, Brazil. B. A field of wheat grown using conventional farming methods in the UK

Urban living laboratories: Opportunities for modelling sustainability transitions

Here, a group of academics present Urban Living Laboratories to study sustainable food production systems, using systems dynamic modelling to analyse policy alternatives.

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