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In slums across India, Nigeria, Indonesia, Brazil, and the Philippines, millions of impoverished households are resorting to burning plastic waste for cooking and heating due to skyrocketing fuel prices and a lack of affordable alternatives. This practice releases toxic pollutants such as dioxins, furans, and heavy metals, which are linked to severe respiratory diseases, cancer, […]

A new study led by the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) has uncovered a hidden spatial mechanism that helps sustain biodiversity in forests. By analyzing large-scale forest datasets across multiple ecosystems, the researchers found that trees naturally organize themselves in subtle spatial patterns that reduce competition and create niches for different species to thrive.

Wells Fargo has decided to remove its previously set target for reducing financed emissions, signaling a significant shift in its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy. The bank cited difficulties in accurately measuring and managing emissions reductions across its vast portfolio of loans and investments. While it remains committed to supporting climate action, Wells Fargo

In a growing movement across industries, experts are advising companies to shift away from the traditional focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria and instead embrace a broader concept of resilience. The idea is to move beyond compliance and sustainability metrics and focus on building systems that are adaptable and future-proof in the face

India’s top renewable energy experts are calling for a stronger focus on localisation to ensure the country’s renewable energy sector continues to thrive. As the nation accelerates its efforts to achieve ambitious clean energy targets, leaders in the industry emphasize that boosting local manufacturing capabilities for solar panels, wind turbines, and battery storage systems is

Recent scientific studies have shown that Lake Chad’s water levels, contrary to popular belief, are not shrinking as drastically as previously reported. While the lake’s size has fluctuated over the years, it has reached a period of relative stability. However, this doesn’t mean the region is out of danger. Experts argue that climate change, combined

In a unique effort to combat climate change, the Netherlands has introduced the national “Tile Whipping” competition, aimed at making urban spaces more resilient to extreme weather events. The competition encourages participants to design and implement innovative, sustainable ways to manage stormwater in cities, a critical issue as climate change increases the frequency of heavy

Sri Lanka has launched an ambitious mangrove restoration plan to boost its mangrove forest cover by more than 50% over the next decade, aiming to restore over 12,000 hectares of vital coastal ecosystems. The country currently has approximately 24,000 hectares of mangroves, but urban development, coastal erosion, and deforestation have significantly reduced these areas. The

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in India has introduced a new “Blue Category” classification to simplify regulations for industries providing essential environmental services, such as water treatment, waste management, and air purification. The initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to foster sustainable development while ensuring that critical services can be delivered efficiently.

A groundbreaking project in the UAE is turning food waste into renewable energy through the innovative use of black soldier flies, led by the company UAE-based Bioenergy. Located in the Emirate of Ajman, Bioenergy has developed a system where food scraps are fed to larvae, which consume the waste and convert it into biogas and