Environment News

The latest environment news looking at developments in the world of agriculture and aquaculture, along with the management of plastic waste, pollution and climate modelling

Nanize: PFAS-free durable, and versatile coatings for metals, plastics and glass

Nanize patented technology creates durable, functional PFAS-free coatings that are fully cross-linked and covalently bound to the substrate.

TexMat deposit return scheme secures €6m EU funding to transform textile recycling

TexMat launches a EU deposit return scheme to improve textile collection, reuse, and recycling with automated sorting and digital tools.

Europe’s shift to PFAS-free packaging and textiles

ZeroF’s final event showcased PFAS-free coatings for food packaging and upholstery textiles. Find out more.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 global targets designed to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all by 2030. Our latest Environment news includes updates from organisations looking to tackle Goal 11, Goal 12, and Goal 13.

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SAIC transforms into a hub for sustainable aquaculture innovation

SAIC has announced a new strategic focus and an expanded geographical reach as it re-brands to the Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre.

Scientists analyse plant microbes to understand crop health and boost food production

A team of researchers has identified 300 species of plant microbes that grow with common Asian vegetables, which could improve crop health.

Electrolysis can extract contaminants from soil and convert them into commodity chemicals

Scientists led by Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz have developed a process of synthesising commodity chemicals from contaminated soil.

New semi-closed containment aquaculture system combines land and ocean farming

FiiZK has developed a semi-closed containment aquaculture system which is much like a land-based system at sea, with solid outer wall.

Fermented food waste can boost healthy plant bacteria and increase crop growth

Scientists have discovered fermented food waste can boost bacteria that increase crop growth, making plants more resistant to pathogens.

New Green Consumption Pledge encourages companies to participate in climate action

The European Commission has launched its new Green Consumption Pledge, to inspire organisations to participate in climate action.

New oral vaccine for sea lice to prevent parasites in Atlantic salmon

A team of experts is developing a vaccine for sea lice, helping the industry to tackle one of the biggest threats to Atlantic salmon.

Halogen gases from domestic coal burning worsens winter air pollution

A team of researchers found that reactive halogen gases from domestic coal burning aggravates winter air pollution.

Increasing the efficiency of carbon capture and conversion systems

Researchers have developed a method that could significantly boost the efficiency of carbon capture and conversion systems. Carbon capture and conversion systems for carbon dioxide...

Tackling the global waste crisis with refillable packaging

An environmental consultancy firm discusses how refillable packaging could help to solve global waste issues.

Plant sciences to tackle the challenges of climate change and food security

Professor Kazuo Watanabe explains how the centre is working to tackle the challenges of climate change and food security.

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Animal Health News

The latest animal health news, research, and developments

Kyrexa: Driving kinder cancer care for pets, inspired by the close parallels between animal and human cancer

Kyrexa is advancing cancer treatment for companion animals through comparative oncology, with their lead drug rimcazole.

New veterinary medicines regulation reduces animal health burdens

New regulation will change how the VMD assesses and monitors veterinary medicine packaging to ensure proportionate oversight.

The importance of avian influenza vaccination for a sustainable future

Ceva Animal Health stresses why vaccine development is crucial to tackling the increasing threat of avian influenza.

UK Government announces biggest-ever animal welfare reforms

The UK government's Animal Welfare Strategy sets out new plans to protect treasured pets and much-loved wildlife across the country.  

Climate Modelling News

The latest climate modelling news, research, and developments

Climate adaptation investment key to Europe’s future, warns EEA

EEA urges climate adaptation investments to protect Europe’s economy, infrastructure, and competitiveness from escalating extreme weather.

Turning undersea cables into a global natural hazard and environmental monitoring system

Researchers are exploring how undersea cables for communication can double up as environmental and seismic sensors.

Space dust could be the key to monitoring Arctic sea ice changes

University of Washington study reveals that tracking where cosmic dust has fallen can provide insight into Arctic sea ice coverage changes.

Antarctic Sea ice emerges as key predictor of accelerated global warming

A new study has provided a critical and previously underestimated connection between Antarctic sea ice, cloud cover, and global warming.
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