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

Entering the PFAS testing market: What you need to know

Thinking about entering the PFAS market? Explore trends, regulations, and solutions to stay ahead in this evolving applications space.

EU tightens controls on PFAS in drinking water under new monitoring rules

EU introduces harmonised monitoring rules for PFAS in drinking water to protect public health, enforce new limits, and access to safe water.

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.
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.

Sustainable Cities and Communities - UN SDG Goal 11 Responsible Consumption and Production - UN SDG Goal 12 Climate Action - UN SDG Goal 13

Beyond sustainability: Redesigning chemistry for a bio-based future

Dr Jen Vanderhoven, COO of BBIA, discusses ‘bio-better materials’ – the next-generation of biology-derived substances.

UK launches public consultation on PFAS in firefighting foams

The UK HSE launches public consultation on PFAS in firefighting foams, highlighting environmental and health concerns.

Denmark secures EU approval for €626m forest planting scheme

Denmark secures €626m EU funding for forest planting scheme to boost biodiversity, capture carbon, and convert farmland into forests by 2045.

Europe moves closer to PFAS restriction as updated ECHA proposal published

The EU moves forward with PFAS restriction as ECHA publishes an updated proposal, expanding its scope across industries and applications.

From PFAS-free alternatives to public engagement: ZeroF’s video campaign on risks and solutions of forever chemicals

ZeroF's video campaign raises awareness about the risks of PFAS and highlights its efforts in developing safe, sustainable alternatives.

Tackling deforestation with Earth observation technologies

Earth observation technologies are vital in the fight against deforestation, providing essential insights into forest health and changes.

AquAffirm’s smartphone-enabled water quality sensors offer ‘ripple of hope’ for PFAS detection

AquAffirm’s smartphone-powered tech is revolutionising PFAS monitoring – bringing lab-grade testing to the field, and to the world.

SoyFoam™: A farm to fire solution

Fire departments across the US are using a safer alternative to traditional firefighting foams, such as SoyFoam™ from Cross Plains Solutions.

Prioritising preventative action to achieve a PFAS-free future

Fidra shares research from its PFAS-free project and highlights the changes needed for a PFAS-free future in the UK and worldwide.

The world’s most effective PFAS removal technology

Click to learn how Weaver Labs delivers smarter and more effective PFAS removal at the lowest life-cycle costs.

Farmers must adopt low-carbon biofuels for sustainable agriculture, experts say

Policies that reward farmers for adopting “climate-smart” practices when growing low-carbon biofuel crops would remove current hurdles.

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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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