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.

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

EEKE: How the BioReCer project builds consumer trust in bio-based products

Apostolos Raftopoulos, President EEKE, discusses how the BioReCer project strengthens consumer trust in bio-based products.

New discovery in plant pest control will advance sustainable farming

Effective pest control remains one of agriculture’s most pressing challenges. Learn about challenges and solutions to combat the limitations.

Packaging waste in Europe: Can we achieve a circular economy?

Debate around packaging waste and a circular economy is gaining traction in Europe. Discover the steps being taken to address this concern.

AI reveals new insights into the flow of the Antarctic ice sheet

Using AI to understand our climate reveals some of the fundamental physics governing the large-scale movements of the Antarctic ice sheet.

Northwestern University innovates sustainable PET plastic recycling method

Discover a Northwestern Uni PET plastic recycling method that harnesses air moisture for a safer, cost-effective, and eco-friendly solution.

KIT’s CCLab to revolutionise plastic waste chemical recycling

Discover how KIT’s Carbon Cycle Lab is revolutionising chemical recycling to transform plastic waste into valuable raw materials.

The growing threat of mycotoxins in a warming Europe

Learn how mycotoxins are a rising food safety threat in Europe as climate change fuels fungal contamination.

The impact of Arctic sea ice loss on global weather events

A new study shows that on decadal timescales, the loss of Arctic ice favours the climate of the southwest of the United States.

Canada and Quebec commit $100m to strengthen nature conservation efforts

Discover how Canada and Quebec are investing $100m in nature conservation to protect biodiversity and support Indigenous-led initiatives.

No current bird flu vaccine meets full criteria, experts say

As the UK enters the fourth season of regular bird flu outbreaks, farmers are calling for measures that extend beyond ‘robust biosecurity’.

Litter pollution crisis: UK’s coastal regions see 60% surge in waste

Research reveals UK coastal communities face 60% more litter pollution than inland areas, highlighting the need for targeted waste management.

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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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