Environment

How to properly navigate sustainability in procurement

Achieving sustainability in procurement can be a complex challenge, especially when balancing short-term needs with long-term environmental goals.

Iceland’s volcanic risk: Why has a state of emergency been called?

Grindavík, a town in southwest Iceland, has undergone evacuation due to a series of hundreds of earthquakes resulting from the movement of underground magma, raising concerns about a potential volcanic eruption.

What is ecology? How does it impact our lives?

Open Access Government briefly analyses what ecological science is, examining some of the areas it encompasses and how it protects human health, with an introduction from NEOMA Business School.

EPA shines a spotlight on green chemistry innovations

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.

Light-induced evaporation: Study shows light can trigger water evaporation without heat

Evaporation happens around us all the time. However, a recent study found a surprising factor where evaporation can take place without heat present.

Ecological sustainability for the future of all life on Earth

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.

Protein root discovery secures the future of climate-proof plants

Scientists have identified a protein that effectively seals plant roots, controlling the absorption of nutrients and water from the soil.

The urgent need for sustainable and ethical alternatives to fast fashion

Fast fashion allows clothing manufacturers and retailers to prioritise speed and affordably over quality, often at the expense of ethical and environmental considerations.

Anaerobic digestion: A sustainable solution for combatting food waste

Despite the recent government review of net zero policies, food waste's environmental impact persists, highlighting the importance of anaerobic digestion.

Tackle social and environmental challenges simultaneously

Mark McKenna MBE, Co-Founder/CEO of Down to Earth, tells us about new ways to tackle social and environmental challenges at the same time since The...

Ancient rock unleash as much CO2 as world’s volcanoes

New research challenges the idea that natural rock weathering acts as a carbon sink that removes CO2 from the atmosphere.

England have implemented a single-use plastic ban

In England, a ban on disposable plastic plates, utensils, and specific types of polystyrene cups and containers became effective on Sunday (1st October 2023).

Exposing the deceptive art of greenwashing

Holding businesses accountable for their carbon footprint is key when addressing climate change, however, greenwashing allows companies to mislead consumers and is becoming a major problem.

Antarctica’s alarmingly low sea ice levels

Scientists suggest that the record-warm oceans, changes in ocean currents and winds, and the developing El Niño phenomenon may all be contributing factors to the alarmingly low sea ice levels in Antarctica this year.

Italian mountain forests face irreversible climate change transformation

As the current climate crisis continues to grow, Italian mountain forests and their fragile ecosystems could undergo unrecognisable transformations.

AI and the environment: Could artificial intelligence help build a pollen jigsaw

An emerging system that integrates high-speed imaging with artificial intelligence holds the potential to assist researchers in creating a comprehensive record of contemporary and past environmental transformations.

Curiosity Rover spots possible seasonal climate patterns on early Mars

Recent findings from the Curiosity Rover unveil clues about climate patterns on early Mars Mud cracks suggest high-frequency wet-dry cycles.

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