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Climate Change

Here’s how the UK dramatically reduced its plastic bag consumption levels

In the last year, the UK has dramatically reduced its plastic bag consumption. In 2015, a 5p charge was introduced for every bag used.

14 Aug 2019

Environment and Natural Resource Security

This Alpine lake is the new icon of climate change - here's why

Startling photographs of a new lake on Mont Blanc have sparked further concerns over the climate crisis.

24 Jul 2019

Climate Change

Scotland's new target: 100% renewable electricity in 2020

In a bid to tackle climate change, Scotland are set to power the entire country with 100% renewable energy.

17 Jul 2019

Environment and Natural Resource Security

These bus stops are a sanctuary for bees

Utrecht in the Netherlands has redesigned over 300 bus stops to feature "green roofs", which aim to provide a habitat for bees in the city.

16 Jul 2019

Environment and Natural Resource Security

NASA uses new "green" fuel to successfully power satellite in orbit

NASA has been working on its eco-friendly fuel, Green Propellant Infusion Mission, or GPIM, for years. It has now passed a crucial test.

15 Jul 2019

United States

Endangered sea turtles are laying eggs at record pace on the US coast

Loggerhead sea turtles have been listed as endangered for more than 40 years. But they are currently experiencing a potentially record-breaking nesting season along the coast of Georgia.

20 Jun 2019

Environment and Natural Resource Security

What are microfibers and how can you avoid them?

Microfibers are a form of microplastics that are released from our clothing when we wash them, and they can have potentially harmful effects on the environment.

22 May 2019

Innovation

Scientists have created a new kind of plastic that could be infinitely recyclable

A new form of plastic called poly(diketoenamine) could create a closed-loop and zero-waste recycling process.

14 May 2019

United States

New York City passes a green new deal, requiring 'green roofs' on new buildings

The new bill is intended to not only make the NYC skyline prettier, but also more environmentally friendly, adding to the city's renewable energy capacity.

30 Apr 2019

United States

Chicago just became the largest US city to commit to 100% clean energy

Chicago has passed legislation known as R2019-157, or Support for Implementation of Clean Energy Transition Plan, which is committing to running the city on 100 % renewable energy by the ...

17 Apr 2019

Agriculture, Food and Beverage

Meatless Monday is expanding to all public schools in New York City

New York City will be doing its bit for the climate, children's health and animals by introducing Meatless Mondays in all its schools.

15 Mar 2019

Environment and Natural Resource Security

James Bond goes green in new movie with electric Aston Martin 

The new luxury car will be one of only 155 produced, and will cost a staggering $329,500 USD.

14 Mar 2019

Middle East and North Africa

The Middle East's first zero-waste shop has opened in Beirut

EcoSouk's founder says that the circular economy and the concept of fixing and reusing things has always been a part of Lebanese culture.

12 Mar 2019

Climate Change

Planting 1.2 trillion trees could neutralize CO2 emissions, says ecologist

An ambitious ecologist thinks he may have discovered the secret to neutralizing CO2 emissions on planet Earth. According to his findings, we need to start planting more trees — 1.2 trilli...

01 Mar 2019

Environment and Natural Resource Security

Australia will plant 1 billion trees in the next 11 years

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced a plan to plant 1 billion trees by 2030.

21 Feb 2019