The recently concluded negotiations for the UN Plastics Treaty in Ottawa represent a watershed moment in the global fight against plastic pollution. As forecasts project a doubling of plastic production by 2040 and only a dismal 10% of plastics currently being recycled, the gravity of this environmental crisis cannot be [...]
A recent study led by the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) and the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) has illuminated the profound influence of both land-use change and climate change on global biodiversity. Published in Science, this comprehensive analysis integrates data from thirteen distinct models to evaluate the [...]
The Department of Energy (DOE) has recently announced the finalization of updated standards for residential water heaters, a move that signals a significant advancement in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. These standards, which were overdue by six years, carry substantial implications for households across the nation. By implementing more efficient [...]
Negotiators convened in Canada for the fourth round of discussions on a landmark global treaty aimed at combatting plastic pollution, representing a crucial step forward in international efforts. This gathering underscored a significant milestone in the negotiation process, with attention shifting towards the formulation of the treaty’s text—a pivotal moment [...]
Urban expansion is rapidly transforming landscapes worldwide, exerting profound effects on the environment, climate, and natural resources. With urban areas already accounting for up to 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions, the pace of urbanization is set to double or even triple by 2050, placing unprecedented strain on Earth’s systems. [...]
The burgeoning growth of urban areas, as forecasted by the World Bank, signals a profound shift in the global landscape. With cities poised to double in size by 2050, the ensuing urban expansion presents a dual narrative of challenge and opportunity. At the forefront of this transformative journey stands Sadek [...]
In the face of adversity, Indigenous communities in the Southwestern United States are demonstrating remarkable resilience and unwavering commitment to protecting their ancestral lands. Despite encountering setbacks in the legal arena, these communities refuse to be silenced. Instead, they are amplifying their voices on the global stage, garnering attention and [...]
The Clean Arctic Alliance, a coalition comprising influential environmental organizations such as Bellona, is ramping up its endeavors to tackle the pressing issue of black carbon emissions in the Arctic. Following a significant meeting with Arctic Council leadership, the Alliance has underscored the critical imperative for immediate action to curb [...]
Google has long been at the forefront of integrating sustainability into its operations and services. In 2021, the tech giant unveiled plans to incorporate more eco-friendly choices across its platforms, including Maps, Travel, Search, and Nest. This initiative aimed to empower users with information that encourages sustainable living and environmentally [...]
Daphna Nissenbaum’s journey began with a seemingly simple yet increasingly frustrating experience: the challenge of reusing plastic water bottles for her son’s school lunches. Each time her son returned from school without the previous day’s water bottle, Daphna felt the weight of the accumulating plastic waste. This daily ritual of [...]
