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

Revolutionising PFAS testing with a portable sensor platform

Verralize enables on-site PFAS analysis and detection at 4 PPT in minutes. Discover more about how the system works here.

At the forefront of PFAS research, from detection to remediation

IVL leads PFAS research through advanced analytics, field-scale testing, and policy engagement, driving practical environmental solutions.

Measuring PFAS in incineration flue gas: From blind spot to breakthrough in method comparison

Explore how flue gas methods now make PFAS emissions measurable and comparable for the first time. 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 clean-up strategy for PFAS pollution in fire suppression foams

Scientists at UC Riverside and Clarkson University have created a new strategy to clean up PFAS pollution from decades of use of fire suppressant foams at military air bases and commercial airports.

Food production boosted by University of Essex plant lab

A $3.7m plant lab will allow scientists to adapt plants to a hotter, drier planet, increasing food production as the security of supply becomes increasingly threatened.

Driving carbon capture technology forward in the UK

A call for evidence was launched today for new ways to transport captured CO2 that enables UK industries to adopt carbon capture technology.

FlowPhotoChem Project: Chemical production made sustainable

The FlowPhotoChem Project is helping to achieve European climate targets by delivering innovations for sustainable chemical production.

Antibiotics in farming: Rethinking agriculture practices to stop overuse

Cóilín Nunan, Policy and Science Manager at the Alliance to Save Our Antibiotics, discusses antibiotic overuse in farming, and advocates for stricter regulations and fundamental changes in farming practices to mitigate antibiotic resistance.

Ames Lab process creates clean diesel from plastic waste

The Ames National Laboratory has created an innovative method for turning harmful plastic waste into valuable, clean diesel.

Direct air capture accelerated through Georgia Tech and Meta OpenDAC database

Georgia Tech and Meta have collaborated on a massive database to make it easier and faster to implement direct air capture technologies.

Earth System Models boosted with new computer algorithm

A University of Oxford scientist has developed a computer algorithm which can be applied to Earth System Models to reduce spin-up time.

University of Manitoba advances social and economic reconciliation with Indigenous peoples

University of Manitoba is addressing the growing challenges facing Indigenous peoples, advancing food systems and climate change mitigation.

UK aids progress towards action on plastic pollution

During negotiations held this week, progress has been made toward agreeing on a global treaty to end plastic pollution by the end of the year.

Air travel emissions must be reduced, researchers say

New research has uncovered that carbon emissions associated with professional conferences make up a sizable fraction of air travel emissions.

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Animal Health News

The latest animal health news, research, and developments

Measuring what matters: How on-farm methane monitoring unlocks hidden productivity gains

Agscent’s methane measurement technology is helping beef producers turn emissions data into powerful productivity insights.

Europe urged to treat animal disease prevention as a strategic investment

Europe’s animal sector urges a shift from reactive culling to prevention-first strategies to tackle costly and animal disease outbreaks.

UK achieves record low sales of veterinary antibiotics

UK sales of veterinary antibiotics hit a record low, reflecting a decade of progress in reducing antimicrobial resistance.

Kyrexa: Driving kinder cancer treatment for pets through cutting-edge technology

Kyrexa introduces the innovative pet cancer treatment born out of an unexpected discovery. Learn more here.

Climate Modelling News

The latest climate modelling news, research, and developments

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.

Saving lives from space: How Earth observation satellites aid disaster response

Earth observation has become essential in disaster response by providing real-time data that enhances situational awareness.
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