SleepFM AI Reads One Night of Sleep to Forecast a Risk of 130 Diseases, New Nature Medicine Study Finds
On 6 January 2026, Nature Medicine published the paper “A multimodal sleep foundation model for disease prediction.” In it, a...
Figen Sekin
I specialize in sustainability education, curriculum co-creation, and early-stage project strategy. At WINSS, I craft articles on sustainability, transformative AI, and related topics. When I'm not writing, you'll find me chasing the perfect sushi roll, exploring cities around the globe, or unwinding with my dog Puffy — the world’s most loyal sidekick.
The Fear of Economic Growth Misses the Point
In the public debate, a new mantra is gaining ground, spread by such economist like Kallis, Hickel, Latouche, Martinez-Alier, or...
ESG Has a Language Problem, But There is a Fix
In most companies, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) breaks down in the first 20 minutes of a meeting. And that...
2026 EV Reality Check in Europe and the U.S. + What did 2025 Brings Us?
In 2025, the global EV (Electric Vehicle) story stopped being a smooth growth curve and turned into a tale of...
The Future of Geothermal Drilling: What the Next Two Decades Will Bring
In 2017, engineers drilling on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland hit a milestone that completely transformed how the world thinks...
Sustainable Biofuels in 2025-2026: Hard Limits, Real Progress, and the Fraud Problem
“Sustainable biofuels” now means something narrower than it did a decade ago. Policymakers, airlines, and shipping firms want drop-in fuels...
Sustainability in the News (December 1 – 19, 2025)
Here’s a fresh edition of our Sustainability in the News roundup, covering last week’s most important stories in science, climate policy, and...
What Commercial Games Offer an Educational Value for Youngsters and Students?
Parents often ask the wrong question when they are confronted with commercial games. They simply ask, “Does this game teach...
AI in education: Can AI Support – Not Replace – Teachers? Protecting Educator Agency in Smart Classrooms
When it comes to AI in education policy, discussions often overlook the most critical voices - the teachers. A new...
Tesla’s Company Philosophy Solved EV Charging by Ignoring the Charging Industry
A few weeks ago I wrote about Tesla's Master Plan Part IV, which moves from sustainable energy to sustainable abundance. Today, I'll explain...
A Critical look on the EU’s Push for a Skills Revolution by 2027
Europe’s next battle over competitiveness runs through classrooms, workshops, offices and care homes rather than factory floors alone. With its...
Education Policy can Make or Break Lifelong Learning
Many adults were told this story as a child: Work hard at school, pick a job, stay in it, retire....
Environmental Management Solutions in a High-Risk World
From industrial parks to indoor shooting ranges, businesses operate in in situations where a single spill, leak, or poorly handled...
Sustainability in the News (November 10 – 30, 2025)
Here’s a fresh edition of our Sustainability in the News roundup, covering last week’s most important stories in science, climate policy, and...
Humanoid Robots in Classrooms – Pros and Cons
Picture yourself this. A Year 6 class walks in, and next to the whiteboard stands a small humanoid robot. It...
Humanoid Robots 2025–2026: Separating Proven Capabilities from the Hype
Humanoid robots have moved from lab novelty to front-row tech story in 2025. Nvidia for instance lined them up on...
What Is The NOVA Food Classification? Understanding Processed Foods and Why It Matters for Your Diet & Purchases
The NOVA food classification doesn’t rate foods by calories or nutrients. Instead, it gauges how much a food has been...
Vegan Burger Health Risks: Why Ultra‑Processed Plant‑Based Meats May Not Be Better
Swapping meat for vegan alternatives sounds healthy - that is until you read the label. Many plant-based burgers, nuggets, and...
Sweden’s So-Called ‘Edible Road Salt’ is a Hoax – Here’s the Real Story Behind Winter De-Icing – Factcheck
A viral post claims Sweden now spreads edible road salt made from beet extract and corn starch so birds can...
24 Sustainability Trends to Watch in 2025 and 2026
Sustainability has become a critical business imperative. From regulatory pressures to shifting consumer demands, sustainability professionals are navigating a complex...
Sustainability in the News (October 26 – November 9, 2025)
Here’s a fresh edition of our Sustainability in the News roundup, covering last week’s most important stories in science, climate policy, and...
Google launches ‘Learn Your Way’ to Create AI-Augmented Textbooks for Personalized learning
Using Ai to improve education, we have written a lot about it already. But maybe Google might have nailed one...
Tesla’s Master Plan Part IV: Don’t Say ‘Sustainable Energy’, but say ‘Sustainable Abundance’
Tesla has a new master plan out, Master Plan Part IV, which moves from sustainable energy to sustainable abundance. The...
China Publishes Biotech 2026–2030 Plan while Global Biologics Hit 57% by 2030
China has published a new five-year proposal on what it considers to be progress in the biotech world. It's quite...
Only use AI when there is a proven educational benefit – 15 Best Practices
AI in the classroom. It's nothing peculiar anno 2025 because it slipped in through homework helpers, transcription tools, adaptive platforms,...
What Can We Expect from VET in 2030–2035?
Out now is the conference volume “Shaping VET for Tomorrow” produced by the National VET Team and published by Tempus...
How Decarbonisation of Shipping Is Happening, Fuel by Fuel – The Race to Cut Emissions by Sea
Ships move ~80–90% of world trade and contribute close to 3% of global greenhouse-gas emissions. After years of drift, the...
The Smart Vehicle Owner’s Guide: Making Savvy Choices for Work and Life
Getting your vehicle situation sorted properly can feel like solving a puzzle with too many pieces. Whether you're running a...
European Schools Are Quietly Training a Generation of Entrepreneurs but They can do Better
(Photo by Austin Distel) Europe says it wants teenagers who can spot an opportunity, manage a budget, take a risk,...
Sustainability in the News (October 16 – 26, 2025)
Here’s a fresh edition of our Sustainability in the News roundup, covering last week’s most important stories in science, climate policy, and...
