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

Pioneering the future of PFAS destruction

From innovation to implementation, PFASuiki is pioneering a new approach to eliminating ‘forever chemicals’. Find out more.

Five years of progress: The Alliance to End Plastic Waste’s Progress Report 2024

The Alliance to End Plastic Waste discusses its 2024 Progress Report and the evolving focus set out by its Strategy 2030.

Cracking the PFAS code: AI and FMDs illuminate the hidden supply chain

Source Intelligence discusses AI-powered full material declarations (FMDs) and their potential in PFAS detection and elimination.
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

FRACTION: An integrated lignocellulose fractionation biomass biorefinery to produce components for high-value applications

FRACTION develops a novel integrated biomass biorefinery approach to maximise the purity and quality of cellulose, lignin and hemicellulose.

COP28: World leaders commit to slash fossil fuels and triple renewable energy

Countries worldwide have confirmed their commitment to reduce the use of fossil fuels and boost green energy at COP28.

Did COP28 overlook the importance of food systems and agriculture?

Industries have called for food systems, agriculture, and soil to receive more visibility in the final report after COP28 was finalised.

Harnessing drones for humanitarian aid and disaster response: Challenges and opportunities

Learn about how drones have evolved into indispensable assets in disaster response and delivering humanitarian aid.

FAO report warns of sharp decline in climate finance for agrifood systems

An FAO report has identified a shortfall in climate finance directed towards agrifood systems. Learn about the impacts on food security.

Green technology deployment not fast enough to reach steel decarbonisation goals

A new study has shown that green technology deployment needs to significantly increase to meet cement and steel decarbonisation goals.

Recycling plastic waste into high-value materials: Plastics2Olefins is closing the loop

The Plastics2Olefins project is paving the way for the industrialisation of high-temperature pyrolysis for circular olefins production.

Climate change causes methane emissions to be released from the ocean

New research has shown that frozen methane emissions are vulnerable to melting due to climate change and could be released into the sea.

Fossil fuel carbon emissions at record levels in 2023

New research from the Global Carbon Budget team has revealed that fossil fuel carbon emissions have risen again in 2023. Read more.

Why COP28 will be crucial for steel decarbonisation

Steel demands urgent attention at COP28. Learn how decisions can jumpstart steel decarbonisation for a sustainable future.

The need for developing trusted map products for disaster mapping

AI can improve disaster mapping but this increased reliance requires a higher level of authentication to protect information.

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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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