Category: Sustainability News

Olive Andrews is a marine program manager at Conservation International, where she focuses on protecting the ocean and resources for coastal communities in the Pacific Island nations. She has a

Black soldier flies are being used in commercial settings to consume organic waste. Bioscientists are proposing genetic modifications that could expand the insects’ ability to digest a wider range of

If you’ve ever heard the term “sustainable coffee” but are not quite sure what it means, we’re here to break it down for you. Sustainable coffee refers to coffee that

A recent study published in Ecological Applications reveals that trees in urban areas like New York City and Boston are more negatively affected by heat waves and drought compared to

In oceans worldwide, a troubling issue is the presence of ghost nets — abandoned or lost fishing nets that harm marine life and the ocean floor. These nets can travel

Scientists at the University of Missouri are working to combat the harmful effects of nanoplastics on human health. Nanoplastics, which are smaller than the width of a human hair and

Protecting the Health of the World’s Mountains in the Face of Climate Change Mountains have long been seen as symbols of strength and endurance. However, as the climate continues to

The microbial enzyme iron nitrogenase shows a strong affinity for the greenhouse gas CO2, making it a promising candidate for future biotechnologies. Nitrogenases are essential enzymes that provide all forms

With the increasing impact of global warming, people are facing more extreme heat conditions. To address the challenges faced by those working in high-temperature environments, researchers at The Hong Kong

The oceans are in danger of causing havoc on humanity due to climate change, as highlighted in a recent report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. This report, released