Ecology
Seagrass meadows, coral reefs and destructive fishing
A remote area in the middle of the Indian Ocean, between the Seychelles and Mauritius, this underwater plateau the size of Belgium is home to the world’s largest seagrass meadow, some of the few shallow water corals so far away…
Space Observations Support Sustainable Development
Space-based observations are key to achieving the international agenda on sustainable development, disaster risk reduction and climate change and it is thus imperative to ensure there is a stable and sustainable space-environment. This was one of the take-home messages of…
World Set to Miss Environment-Related Sustainable Development Goals – UN report
Despite progress in key environmental areas such as clean water, sanitation, clean energy, forest management and waste, countries are still living unsustainably and are on course to miss the environmental dimensions of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, according to…
Greenpeace: Stop Deep Sea Mining Before It Begins
In March 2021, the Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior set sail to a place called the Clarion Clipperton Zone in the Pacific Ocean to stop an emerging ocean threat – deep sea mining – before it begins. I joined the ship…
How Rivals Can Work Together to Stop Plastic Waste
Rivals – traditionally – tend not to work together. This approach can help companies stay distinct as one-of-a-kind innovators and maintain competitive advantages. It can even protect consumers’ interests. Legislation exists across the world to prevent cartels that could force…
How Solar Power is Helping a Community and Jaguars
In ancient times, jaguars roaming the southeast jungles of Mexico symbolized power. The Mayas considered them sacred animals with links to the underworld due to their nocturnal habits. Today, Mexico is home to an estimated 4.000 jaguars. At risk of…
Adidas Releases Recyclable Sneaker For The Circular Economy
The fashion industry has been coming under fire in recent years for its environmental impact. Not only does the industry have a large carbon footprint, but many of the materials it uses are damaging for ocean environments. Sustainability has become…