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 pollution could cost the EU €440bn by 2050, report warns

According to the report, if current levels of PFAS pollution continue unchecked until 2050, the total cost to the EU could reach €440bn.

Harvard study shows reduced PFAS levels in North Atlantic pilot whales

Harvard study finds that, since phaseout efforts began, concentrations of PFAS in North Atlantic pilot whales are more than 60% lower.

Where science meets the soil and the sea to power the bioeconomy

Discover how marine and freshwater biodiversity is powering a sustainable, circular bioeconomy. Click to 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

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.

Portable device for detecting food allergies signals next step towards an inclusive food industry

A new portable device enables people with food allergies or coeliac disease to test their food autonomously, wherever they are.

Simple test uncovers PFAS contamination on firefighter gear

New PFAS wipe test reveals invisible contamination on firefighter gear, offering departments a practical way to reduce long-term cancer risk.

FIREBULL® AB: A next-generation fluorine-free solution for modern firefighting

FIREBULL® AB can outperform traditional foams while ensuring environmental safety and compliance with emerging regulations.

Can we bring US infrastructure into the modern era?

Ellie Gabel explores the challenges, opportunities, and strategies for modernising US infrastructure to meet 21st-century demands.

PFAS – the ‘forever chemicals’ that need our immediate attention

The Marine Conservation Society discusses the impact of PFAS chemicals on our health, environment and marine ecosystems.

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.

The UK needs to urgently tackle its PFAS pollution crisis

The UK needs to address its widespread PFAS pollution crisis,the price of inaction and adopt new regulatory measures.

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.  

EU study recommends F-gases exclusion from future PFAS restrictions

The report recommends excluding F-gases from the scope of the UPFAS restriction and focusing control of F-gases into the existing regulation.

FIDRA recognises award-winning plastic and PFAS-free food packaging brand, Delipac

Delipac is developing Smart-Safe© food packaging solutions that are plastic-free and PFAS-free. Find out more.

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Animal Health News

The latest animal health news, research, and developments

Vetigenics: Advancing precision immunotherapies for companion animals

Discover how Vetigenics integrates scientific expertise with a clear strategic vision to advance precision therapies for companion animals.

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.

Climate Modelling News

The latest climate modelling news, research, and developments

€6.5m project set to improve air quality across Ireland

PEACE-Air will tackle three major sources of air pollution: solid fuel burning, transport emissions, and agricultural ammonia. Find out more.

Copernicus data shows 11 straight record years as 2025 nears the hottest year ever

Copernicus data show 2025 narrowly missed the hottest year on record, as temperatures crossed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels over 3 years.

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.
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