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

PFAS heightens risk of gestational diabetes, major review finds

Research links PFAS exposure to higher risk of gestational diabetes, raising concerns about environmental factors affecting pregnancy health.

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.
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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Outbreaks of bovine TB causing ‘serious human impacts’

Featuring contributions from more than 450 farmers, a new report details that bovine TB has a serious impact of farmers' mental health.

Enhancing animal health and welfare: WOAH launches The Animal Echo

Explore The Animal Echo, WOAH’s new platform driving global dialogue on animal health, welfare, and sustainability.

Bird flu prevention zone ordered for whole of England

Learn how a bird flu prevention zone requires farmers and keepers to conduct enhanced biosecurity to mitigate the risk of bird flu outbreaks.

Sea-level rise may surge over 1.9 metres by 2100

New projections reveal sea-level rise could reach 1.9m by 2100, emphasising the need for climate mitigation and coastal resilience planning.

UK launches deposit return scheme to clean up plastic bottles

A deposit return scheme enables empty plastic bottles to be returned to a collection point and recycled. Discover more here.

Bluetongue virus restrictions ease as we enter ‘low period’

In the colder months, there is a low risk of new bluetongue virus infections from biting midges. Due to this, restrictions will be eased.

ORNL pioneers polymer editing method for upcycling plastic waste

Discover how upcycling plastic waste with advanced molecular editing is turning discarded plastics into valuable, high-performance materials.

Improving plastic waste recycling for the health of our planet

Improving plastic waste recycling helps adopt sustainable practices and prevent further damage to the environment. Discover more here.

How carbon storage in building materials can save the planet

Discover how carbon storage in concrete and other building materials could revolutionise climate action, constructing a sustainable future.

Diversifying Europe’s protein supply

EIT Food discusses how Europe’s protein supply can be diversified to meet the increasing demand for non-meat protein.

How does bird flu in cattle impact humans?

Researchers have discovered that the H5N1 strain of bird flu in cattle does not represent an increased threat to people. Discover more here.

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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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