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53% of UK councils not confident about net zero targets
Senior figures in local government doubt their authorities are on track to meet net zero targets, with a quarter of councils aiming for 2050.
More urban greening could prevent over 34,000 US deaths
Between 34,000-38,000 deaths could have been reduced with local increases in urban greening in US city areas – as greenery may substantially reduce mortality.
Bumblebee species conservation “not a one-size-fits-all approach”
A 10-year citizen science study finds that multiple habitats need to be preserved for efficient bumblebee species conservation in the UK.
“Advanced recycling” not the answer to plastic pollution crisis
Advanced or chemical recycling, has been incentivised by State laws in the US - but environmental advocates suggest it will only further plastic pollution.
Regional recovery of manta ray habitats through tourism limitations
Komodo National Park has one of the world’s largest manta ray habitats – and researchers think this may be due to stricter tourism regulations allowing them to flourish.
Denmark: A blueprint for becoming a digitised society
Richard Davies, UK Country Managing Partner, Netcompany turns the spotlight on Denmark, an excellent blueprint for becoming a digitised society.
Citizens propose future biotechnology solutions come from EU
After the Conference on the Future of Europe, 300 recommendations were made by citizens - including that future biotechnology solutions, like vaccines, are created using EU resources.
EU to drop Russian supply of crude oil “within six months”
The EU announced further energy sanctions on Russia, with supply of crude oil to be phased out "within six months".
Study explores cheaper way to produce compounds for pharmaceuticals
Researchers have developed a new tool that can make it easier and cheaper to fabricate the compounds needed for pharmaceuticals.
Can vitamin D help combat the effects of preeclampsia?
Shona Wilkinson at Nutrigums explains how vitamin D could be the secret weapon to combating the effects of preeclampsia.
Research finds microplastics carrying pathogens into sea
Microplastics carrying pathogens into the ocean via land based parasites are affecting wildlife and human health.
Using marine heatwave forecasts to predict ecological impacts
Marine heatwave forecasts could potentially provide up to one year’s notice of changes to ocean temperatures, predicting effects on ecosystems.
€2.5 million EU grant for sustainable saltwater battery project
An Imperial College London graduate, Jiajun Cen, won a €2.5 million grant from the European Innovation Council to develop a saltwater battery.
Creating sustainable sand: A solution to mineral waste?
Researchers have found that a step-change in mineral processing may drastically reduce mineral waste, while creating a source of sustainable sand.
Reduce air pollution from microfibres by avoiding tumble drying
Tumble drying laundry can worsen air pollution, as it releases vast amounts of possibly harmful microfibres into the air, if not coupled with more eco-friendly methods.
What is the FuelEU Maritime Regulation?
Constantine Catsambis, Rapporteur for the EESC opinion on FuelEU Maritime, explains how the FuelEU Maritime Regulation could improve the climate.
The great democratic deficit of women in politics
Gender parity in the public sector remains an essential endeavour: with diversity and inclusion at the forefront of modern politics, we still beg the question, where are all the women?
Can electric cars save the UK from carbon emissions?
Though electric cars are greener than those running on fossil fuels, they generate mass carbon emissions during production and remain predominantly inaccessible.
Scientific sunburn & skin cancer (Part 2)
Chanda Siddoo-Atwal continues the discussion about scientific sunburn & skin cancer focusing on sunscreens that prevent scientific sunburn (apoptosis).
Why is fostering effective dialogue between government and the research community so vital?
Nicolas Pade, Executive Director at EMBRC-ERIC, looks at the innovation and research community to boost climate efficiency in local and central governments.