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.
In the Sahel’s arid regions and Africa’s megacities, air pollution and soil degradation pose serious challenges to income, food security, climate stability, and public health. How can this be fixed?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fast fashion allows clothing manufacturers and retailers to prioritise speed and affordably over quality, often at the expense of ethical and environmental considerations.
Despite the recent government review of net zero policies, food waste's environmental impact persists, highlighting the importance of anaerobic digestion.
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.
The International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation lifts the lid on the human-elephant conflict, calling for a balanced approach toward conservation efforts.
