2022: A global turning point for climate action?
2022 was a historic year for international climate policy as China, India, the US and the EU made a shift to prioritize climate change, argues a researcher.
Climate change is releasing ancient organic matter – here's what that means
Thawing permafrost is releasing long-frozen organic matter, including reproducible bacteria and viruses. Antimicrobial-resistant organisms could emerge.
Earthshot Prize: Five winners that will help solve major environmental problems
The Earthshot Prize celebrates and supports solutions designed to help save the planet. It has five categories and gives each of the winners $1.2 million.
Climate change: Why is reducing our global energy bill so important?
The global energy bill for 2022 will exceed 10% of worldwide GDP. Reducing this means more will be available to invest in renewables and energy efficiency.
How can the shipping industry reduce emissions?
The International Maritime Organisation is meeting in December to discuss speeding up emissions reduction, using alternative fuels, and a carbon price.
Why climate and energy security are closely intertwined
Long-term energy security will depend on a mix of clean technologies, from solar and wind power to nuclear, electric vehicles and carbon capture technology.
7 opportunities to strengthen ocean-based action in climate strategies
Governments must accelerate implementation of ocean-based climate solutions and raise ambition to put the world on track to limit GHG emissions, WRI says.
Agroforestry 101: Everything you need to know
Agroforestry involves capitalizing on the biological interconnectedness of trees, crops and livestock to create thriving ecosystems. Here's an explainer.
What is next for the circular economy?
A sustainability expert looks to a Finnish town in the Arctic on how to make the circular economy leap and create a better planet for future generations.
Earthshot Prize 2022: 5 Winners And How They’ll Fight Climate Change
The Earthshot Prize was launched in 2020 by the Prince and Princess of Wales to recognize and reward projects that help protect the planet. It has five categories - 'the restoration and p...
What governments must agree at COP15 to accelerate business action on biodiversity and nature
Policy-makers at COP15 are urged to 'make it mandatory' for companies to report their impact on nature to accelerate global action on biodiversity loss.
How the water sector is using innovative tech to become more resilient and sustainable
Water utilities are harnessing innovative technology to achieve decarbonization. These environmental approaches also deliver cost, energy and water savings.