Research highlights gaps in EU’s sustainable finance frameworkNews
SourceNovember 13, 2024
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Research highlights gaps in EU’s sustainable finance framework
The EU’s sustainable finance framework urgently needs to expand. In its current form, the taxonomy will not meet the Paris Climate Agreement target of limiting…

New global push to merge climate and violence prevention policies for a safer futureClimateNews
Adrian AlexandreNovember 12, 2024
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New global push to merge climate and violence prevention policies for a safer future
In an effort to address two major crises simultaneously, researchers from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and the London School of Hygiene and…

Warmer homes for healthier hearts and brains: insulated housing reduces cardiovascular risk in JapanScience
SourceNovember 1, 2024
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Warmer homes for healthier hearts and brains: insulated housing reduces cardiovascular risk in Japan
Scientists report that upgrading the insulation in new homes is a cost-effective method for reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. During winter, cold indoor temperatures…

Three strategic pathways to achieve climate and sustainability goalsClimate
Adrian AlexandreOctober 30, 2024
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Three strategic pathways to achieve climate and sustainability goals
Securing a sustainable future while addressing the climate crisis is a multifaceted challenge. In a recent study published in Environmental Research Letters, researchers from the…

Arctic industrial activities expanding at alarming rateScience
Adrian AlexandreOctober 22, 2024
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Arctic industrial activities expanding at alarming rate
A recent study has revealed a significant rise in industrial activities across the Arctic, with more than 800,000 square kilometers of land impacted by human…

Aging population linked to rising household food waste and greenhouse gas emissionsClimateNews
Adrian AlexandreOctober 21, 2024
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Aging population linked to rising household food waste and greenhouse gas emissions
A recent study has uncovered significant insights into the relationship between household food waste and Japan’s aging population, highlighting an urgent need to develop strategies…

Climate change drives internal migration as drought and aridification disrupt livelihoods worldwideScience
Adrian AlexandreOctober 15, 2024
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Climate change drives internal migration as drought and aridification disrupt livelihoods worldwide
Climate change has become a powerful force reshaping migration patterns within national borders, according to a new study led by the International Institute for Applied…

Europe’s 30-year cities movement pushes for a faster green transitionNews
Adrian AlexandreOctober 3, 2024
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Europe’s 30-year cities movement pushes for a faster green transition
The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT), held in Aalborg, Denmark, brought together mayors and representatives from across Europe to renew their…

Rising support for meat and fuel rationing to tackle climate crisisScience
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 30, 2024
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Rising support for meat and fuel rationing to tackle climate crisis
Rationing of meat and fuel, two major contributors to climate change, is gaining public support as an effective and equitable way to reduce consumption. According…

Aviation must act now to achieve net zero emissions by 2050Climate
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 23, 2024
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Aviation must act now to achieve net zero emissions by 2050
The University of Cambridge has unveiled a bold new report detailing a roadmap for the aviation industry to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Released by…

Cities can curb floodplain development with existing toolsClimate
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 19, 2024
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Cities can curb floodplain development with existing tools
A recent paper published in Oxford Open Climate Change sheds light on an unexpected trend: many U.S. cities are successfully avoiding development in flood-prone areas,…

Data gaps in 193 countries hinder progress on UN 2030 AgendaNews
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 17, 2024
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Data gaps in 193 countries hinder progress on UN 2030 Agenda
Governments and international organizations rely heavily on data to make informed decisions about a wide range of issues, from energy policy to public health. However,…

Climate change drives rise in stillbirths and newborn deaths in AfricaNewsScience
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 3, 2024
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Climate change drives rise in stillbirths and newborn deaths in Africa
A recent study published in Nature Medicine highlights a disturbing correlation between rising temperatures in sub-Saharan Africa and an increased risk of perinatal deaths. The…

Advancements in chemical plastics recycling pave the way for high-quality sustainable productsScience
Adrian AlexandreAugust 29, 2024
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Advancements in chemical plastics recycling pave the way for high-quality sustainable products
Scientists at ETH Zurich have made significant strides in chemical recycling, a process poised to transform plastic waste management by producing high-quality products from discarded…

Denmark and EU push for stronger partnerships with Africa in new strategyNews
Adrian AlexandreAugust 27, 2024
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Denmark and EU push for stronger partnerships with Africa in new strategy
Denmark, in collaboration with the European Union, is set to deepen its engagement with African countries, emphasizing equal partnerships and aligning with the continent's aspirations.…

Women’s empowerment: a path to sustainable energy and gender justiceScience
SourceAugust 13, 2024
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Women’s empowerment: a path to sustainable energy and gender justice
Technical training and female empowermentSupport from all levels key for successA new concept focusing on energy and care Involving women in implementing solar energy technologies…

Shift focus to well-being, not growth: a new approach for climate-smart livingScience
SourceAugust 8, 2024
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Shift focus to well-being, not growth: a new approach for climate-smart living
By Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS) - Helmholtz Centre Potsdam Ensuring the well-being of citizens while reducing resource consumption has proved to be a massive…

Rethinking the economy to protect the Amazon and empower its peopleClimate
SourceAugust 6, 2024
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Rethinking the economy to protect the Amazon and empower its people
By University of Cambridge To protect the Amazon and support the wellbeing of its people, its economy needs to shift from environmentally harmful production to…

Healthy AI: sustainable artificial intelligence for healthcareClimate
SourceAugust 2, 2024
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Healthy AI: sustainable artificial intelligence for healthcare
Growing use of AI reveals the need for global sustainability initiatives. By Osaka Metropolitan University Similar to other sectors around the world, the light speed…

Creating sustainable cooling in southeast Asia using ground source heat pump systemsClimateScience
SourceJune 27, 2024
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Creating sustainable cooling in southeast Asia using ground source heat pump systems
By Shibaura Institute of Technology (SIT), Japan As energy and environmental crises rampage, sustainable solutions like ground source heat pump (GSHP) systems gain traction. GSHP…

Aalborg hosts 10th edition of the European Sustainable Cities and Towns ConferenceNews
SourceJune 19, 2024
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Aalborg hosts 10th edition of the European Sustainable Cities and Towns Conference
The Danish city of Aalborg and ICLEI Europe are getting ready to host the 10th edition of the European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns…

Leading academics call for extending and reframing Sustainable Development GoalsClimateNews
SourceJune 17, 2024
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Leading academics call for extending and reframing Sustainable Development Goals
By KTH Royal Institute of Technology A group of leading academics are calling for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to be extended past their…

EURESFO to host 2024 edition in EU Green Capital ValenciaNews
SourceMay 14, 2024
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EURESFO to host 2024 edition in EU Green Capital Valencia
Valencia, Spain - The 2024 edition of the European Urban Resilience Forum (EURESFO) will take place from 26 - 28 June within the framework of…
