The latest environment news from around the globe and what is being done to tackle the most serious issues affecting humans and animals. We look at topics such as biodiversity, animal welfare, conservation, and the impact of climate change on the natural world.
Africa has faced one of its most prolonged and severe droughts in recent years, with large areas across the continent struggling with the devastating impacts of persistent dry weather.
Ingmar Høgøy, CEO and Founder of Greentech Innovators, explores solutions to environmental issues related to food waste and landfill sites. He emphasises the need for collaboration among innovators, politicians, and investors.
According to Dr Susan Gardner, Director of the Ecosystems Division at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the world’s largest coral reef has an important message for us and we should pay attention.
The European Commission's Joint Research Centre and the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification have released the World Drought Atlas, which reveals the current conditions and the risks.
The UK Government revealed at the COP29 summit that they will be contributing £239 million in a bid to try and help forest-rich nations such as Colombia and Indonesia.
Maider Etxebarria, the Mayor of Vitoria-Gasteiz and a Member of ICLEI Europe’s Regional Executive Committee, discusses Vitoria-Gasteiz’s strategy for leveraging nature-based solutions for urban resilience.
Chloe Skidmore, Technical Assistant at intellectual property law firm Reddie & Grose, shares her expertise on decarbonising the textiles industry and creating sustainable fashion.
Kristen Green, Head of Sustainability at Crown Commercial Service (CCS), explains the importance of carbon reduction plans for public sector suppliers and how SMEs can simplify the process of creating and maintaining one.
While data on climate risks grows, effective risk communication is essential to translate complex information into actionable knowledge. The importance of engaging the public, especially in vulnerable communities, to build resilience and prepare for the challenges of a changing climate cannot be forgotten.
Mark Elliott, President of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, champions the critical role of environmental health in the next stage of the Border Target Operating Model.
Lorna Rothery interviewed Juan J. Castillo-Lugo, Air Quality and Health Regional Advisor at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), about the health effects of air pollution and efforts to reduce exposure.
The WWF's Living Planet Report 2024 highlights global wildlife decline, revealing a 73% average decrease in monitored populations over the past 50 years.
