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Global food and agribusiness company Olam Food Ingredients (ofi) is using advanced digital technologies to reduce deforestation risks across its agricultural supply chains. The company combines satellite imagery, artificial intelligence, GPS mapping, and geolocation data to monitor farms producing commodities such as cocoa, coffee, palm oil, and rubber. These tools allow ofi to detect forest […]

Environmental groups and independent researchers are raising concerns that logging operations certified as “sustainable” in Canada are accelerating the loss of some of the country’s most effective natural carbon sinks. Large areas of mature and old-growth boreal forests are being clear-cut each year, releasing stored carbon and reducing the forests’ ability to absorb future greenhouse

Barefoot trails are becoming popular across Europe, Australia, and other parts of the world as communities embrace nature-based recreation that benefits both human health and the environment. These specially designed paths allow visitors to walk without shoes over natural surfaces such as grass, sand, mud, pebbles, bark, and shallow streams, stimulating thousands of nerve endings

Wildlife conservation is entering a new era as scientists, governments, and communities adopt innovative approaches to reverse biodiversity loss and strengthen species recovery. Five major trends are reshaping conservation strategies: the expansion of protected areas, restoration of degraded habitats, use of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and environmental DNA monitoring, stronger Indigenous-led conservation, and

A new electric transport concept known as the Ferromobile is helping redefine sustainable mobility in rural France by offering an affordable, low-emission alternative for areas with limited public transport. Designed to operate on underused or abandoned railway lines, the lightweight electric vehicle combines the efficiency of rail transport with the flexibility of small-scale mobility. Powered

The global container shipping industry is adopting a range of sustainable practices to reduce its carbon footprint as it works towards international climate goals. Key measures include switching to lower-carbon fuels such as green methanol, biofuels and liquefied natural gas (LNG), improving vessel energy efficiency through advanced hull designs and wind-assisted propulsion, using shore power

Textile innovators are turning agricultural crop waste into eco-friendly fabrics, offering the fashion industry a cleaner alternative to conventional materials such as cotton and synthetic fibres. Residues from crops including banana stems, pineapple leaves, hemp stalks, rice straw, sugarcane bagasse, and flax are being processed into durable natural fibres for use in clothing, footwear, and

The head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), Fatih Birol, has urged the European Union to reconsider its opposition to new oil and gas exploration in the Arctic, arguing that the region could play an important role in strengthening Europe’s long-term energy security. Speaking in Brussels, Birol said Norway—Europe’s largest natural gas supplier—remains a reliable

Norway is encouraging travellers to explore its iconic fjords through sustainable tourism practices that protect fragile ecosystems while supporting local communities. Visitors are increasingly choosing low-emission electric ferries, battery-powered sightseeing boats, scenic rail journeys, cycling routes, hiking trails, and kayaking excursions instead of high-impact transport options. Several fjord destinations, including the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord,

Researchers have found that proteins extracted from moringa (Moringa oleifera) seeds can remove microplastics from water with an efficiency comparable to conventional chemical coagulants, offering a more sustainable approach to water treatment. The natural compounds cause tiny plastic particles to clump together, making them easier to separate during the filtration process. Unlike commonly used synthetic