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Ira Grange
Jan 24 min read
Happy New Year 2050: A world with a demographic time bomb
And, well, here I am, in 2050, looking back from the future and giving you a gentle (or perhaps not-so-gentle) nudge about what we failed to
Yuki Kimura
Jan 15 min read
2025: Hope and progress in building a sustainable future
Let’s ignore for one moment the non-sustainable developments of the year 2024 and have a look into the more quiet successes.
Aiyana Lacota
Dec 31, 20244 min read
Reflecting on 2024: A year of transformation
The year 2024 unfolded as a defining chapter in the story of our shared humanity. It was a year of turmoil and triumph, setbacks and breakth
Ira Grange
Dec 30, 20245 min read
The dictatorship of social media: Exploited bodies, fractured minds and a society trapped in its own reflection
The 4th of February 2004 marked the beginning of an era in which humanity, paradoxically, became connected and fractured at the same time.
Ira Grange
Dec 29, 20244 min read
The cost of going green: Profit for the planet or for the few?
In the collective imagination, the fight against climate change and environmental degradation is driven by altruistic values and concern for
Jamal El-Masri
Dec 28, 20244 min read
20 years of progress in tsunami science
In the two decades since the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, significant strides have been made in tsunami science, improving our abi
Pierre Lambert
Dec 27, 20243 min read
COP16: Unlocking opportunities to close the biodiversity funding gap
The 16th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16) represents a pivotal moment in the pursu
Amir Nurmagomedov
Dec 26, 20245 min read
The earth’s deserts are expanding: Global cooperation is our last hope
The ongoing transformation of Earth's landscapes presents a dire warning about the future of our planet.
Yuki Kimura
Dec 25, 20243 min read
Christmas
The crossroads of humanity
We live in extraordinary times. Technology links us across continents, yet divisions and isolation persist.
Ravi Chen
Dec 24, 20243 min read
Advancing global sustainability through superhot rock innovations
In the global pursuit of sustainability, one of the most promising advancements in renewable energy lies deep within the Earth's crust
Maya GarcÃa
Dec 23, 20245 min read
Space debris: A growing challenge from old satellites
Space debris, also known as space junk, is one of the most concerning challenges for space missions and the long-term sustainability of
Ravi Chen
Dec 22, 20244 min read
Exploring the future of clean energy with perovskite solar cells
The transition to renewable energy is central to achieving sustainability and fulfilling the global goals, particularly those related to cli
Aiyana Lacota
Dec 21, 20243 min read
Justice and gender equality: How the Pelicot case highlights systemic failures
The Dominique Pelicot case, one of France's most shocking examples of systemic sexual abuse, has ignited a global conversation about the nec
Pierre Lambert
Dec 20, 20243 min read
Understanding carbon offsets: A global approach to tackling climate change
The escalating threat of climate change underscores the urgent need for sustainable development and innovative strategies.
Jamal El-Masri
Dec 19, 20243 min read
Plastic-eating insects: The surprising allies in fighting global plastic waste
Plastic pollution has become one of the most pressing environmental challenges, infiltrating ecosystems across the globe.
Ravi Chen
Dec 18, 20243 min read
Hydrogen fuel from sunlight and water: Japan’s breakthrough for clean energy
Japan's scientific breakthrough in developing technology to convert sunlight and water into hydrogen fuel is a promising step towards achiev
Li Tan
Dec 17, 20244 min read
Vanuatu earthquake today: Seismic and climate effects challenge the nation’s survival
Today, Vanuatu, a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean, faced the devastating effects of a powerful earthquake measuring 7.3 in magnitud
Pierre Lambert
Dec 17, 20243 min read
Reducing atmospheric co2: Zooplankton and clay dust - a breakthrough
The fight against climate change has prompted researchers to explore innovative solutions for reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2).
Joan Ubide
Dec 16, 20245 min read
Innovation in green transition: Biobased products from Innomost
Sustainability is a critical global focus as the world seeks to address the urgent environmental challenges of our time.
Amina Bahati
Dec 15, 20243 min read
Improving global water access through local partnerships and sustainable strategies
Water is an essential resource for life, and its scarcity in many parts of the world has become a pressing issue for sustainable development
Maria Costa
Dec 14, 20243 min read
Collaborative strategies for sustainable food systems in the Fable Pathways initiative
The FABLE Pathways Initiative employs integrated assessment models (IAMs)Â to create national and global pathways for achieving mid-century
Maria Costa
Dec 13, 20242 min read
Furthering agriculture and climate action: How IITA supports global sustainability goals
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)Â plays a pivotal role in addressing food insecurity and fostering sustainabilityÂ
Aiyana Lacota
Dec 12, 20244 min read
Advancing global goals: Namatis mission
In a world where economic inequality, environmental degradation, and social injustice persist, Namati stands as a powerful force for change.
Jamal El-Masri
Dec 11, 20243 min read
The dual-use dilemma: Safeguarding against AI misuse in biosciences
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionised numerous fields, including biological research, by accelerating innovation and streamlining
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