Brexit and environment, risks and opportunities for the UK in an uncertain climate
A trade deal was reached just days before the end of the transition period, yet the effects of Brexit on UK environmental policy and law remain unclear.
Technology for sustainable industry. The results of the Life MATHER project
On 9 December, Whirlpool EMEA presented the results of the Life MATHER project together with the NTUA and t2i – Technology Transfer and Innovation.
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A 9-year-old girl was killed by air pollution, says a UK court ruling
Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah passed away at the age of 9 in London in 2013. For the first time ever, a UK court has ruled that air pollution was the cause.
The Earth defenders awarded the 2020 Goldman Environmental Prize
Six tales of courage. Six examples to follow. These are the winners of the 2020 Goldman Environmental Prize, the “Nobel Prize for the environment”.
Three major challenges set by the European Green Deal
The European Green Deal is much more than just an environmental plan: the changes it will bring involve the economy, technology and all of society.
A super PET-eating enzyme could become a key ally in tackling plastic pollution
Molecules that eat up plastic waste, including PET bottles, may soon become widely used as scientists leap ahead in developing new super enzymes.
Now we all agree, on the climate
With Joe Biden as US president, the entire international community will be aligned on the climate crisis. We can’t let this chance slip away.
Zambian villagers sue mining giant for poisoning thousands of children in Kabwe
Anglo American is accused of poisoning thousands, especially children, after decades of lead mining in Kabwe. A lawsuit has been filed to seek justice.
Carmen Medaglia’s battle against waste and injustice in Italy’s Land of Fires
In Italy’s Land of Fires between Naples and Caserta, activists like Carmen Medaglia are fighting to promote new ways of managing waste.
Is philanthro-capitalism endangering sustainable development?
The latest report by Navdanya International aims to investigate the role and actions of one of the most influential private foundations – the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.