Environment

The second major planetary boundaries update since the framework was introduced in 2009 provides a complete check-up of all nine processes and systems that determine the stability and resilience of our planet.

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The United Nations Environment Programme has recently launched the preparation of the seventh edition of the Global Environment Outlook (GEO-7) report. Since the last report, the condition of the environment has further…

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Environment

Our planet can be liveable if we use natural resources more efficiently, says a new report. Combining innovative science, data, and biophysical and economic models, the report offers a novel way to achieve…

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Rural development

After nearly four decades of pollution and neglect, a Himalayan lake is restored to its former glory, providing a habitat for thousands of migratory birds.

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Environment

This report details how 18 countries are using the Restoration Barometer tool to track progress on their restoration commitments under global agreements, which total 48 million hectares by 2030.

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Environment

Germany’s Supply Chain Due Diligence Act enters into force on the 1st January 2023, the Federal Government announced at the beginning of this year. It will see the first comprehensive, world-wide regulation of corporate…

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Environment

It is possible to reduce nitrogen pollution, and the costs for this are relatively low. One important obstacle to implementing abatement measures is that the benefits of reducing nitrogen pollution are not seen by the…

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Environment

Together with partners in four African countries, researchers at ETH Zurich/Switzerland are creating circular economies that use processed organic waste and human excreta as fertiliser or animal feed, resulting in higher…

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Environment

African environment ministers discuss how to secure people’s well-being and ensure environmental sustainability in Africa at African Ministerial Conference on the Environment.

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Environment

Millions of people are suffering the effects of extreme heat. The current heatwave was triggered by a high-pressure system and follows an extended period of above average temperatures.

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