Sustainability in the News (August 18 – 25, 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...
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.
Sustainability in the News (August 11 – 17, 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...
The influence of powerful AI on how teachers teach, and students learn
Powerful AI is no longer a lab curiosity. It already writes text, analyzes data, assists with design, and supports decision-making...
The ‘AI 2027’ paper could turn education world upside down
Since the release of the "AI 2027" paper, an intense debate has started within the AI community. You might not...
Sustainability in the News (August 5 – 10, 2025)
Here’s a fresh edition of our Sustainability in the News roundup, covering last week’s most important stories in science, climate...
79 jobs that are AI-proof, for now that is
A few months ago I posted an article about the 48 jobs that were bound to disappear with the arrival...
12 Best Immersive Learning and Training Solutions
Immersive learning is key in a dynamic approach to education, blending technologies like Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and...
New EU Approach to Education: A Skills-Based Curriculum Rules
European leaders and policy‑makers have become increasingly concerned that the EU’s current education and training systems are not equipping citizens...
STEM Education Needs Improvement in 2025
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) underpin the knowledge economies of today. STEM graduates command high wages and STEM jobs...
Are Iron-Air Batteries The Answer For Long-Duration Storage of Energy?
Europe’s push toward a carbon‑free power system hinges on whether renewable energy can reliably meet demand when the wind stops...
Sustainability in the News (July 15 – August 4, 2025)
Here’s a brand new update in our Sustainability in the News updates, on critical developments in science, climate policy, and research from the...
Bridging the Digital Divide in Schools: Policies for the Digital Transformation of School Education (OECD 2025)
Education systems face a growing pressure to adapt to new digital technologies. From infrastructure deficits to teacher preparedness, the transformation...
What Makes Great Teaching in 2025? OECD Report Unlocks High-Quality Teaching
Out now is the OECD’s 2025 report Unlocking High-Quality Teaching which offers a grounded, international deep dive into what actually...
Sustainability in the News (July 15 – July 20, 2025)
Here’s a brand new update in our Sustainability in the News updates, on critical developments in science, climate policy, and research from the...
ChatGPT Is Flooding Science With Errors, Fake Papers, and Digital Fossils
The ChatGPT flood has reached the scientific world. In just a few years, the academic world has witnessed an avalanche...
Sustainability in the News (July 7 – July 14, 2025)
Here’s a brand new update in our Sustainability in the News updates, on critical developments in science, climate policy, and research from the...
Sustainability in the News (June 30 – July 6, 2025)
Here’s a brand new update in our Sustainability in the News updates, on critical developments in science, climate policy, and research from the...
Sustainability in the News (June 23 – 30, 2025)
Here’s a brand new update in our Sustainability in the News updates, on critical developments in science, climate policy, and research from the...
No Country Is on Track: 2025 Sustainable Development Report Reveals Global Failure to Deliver on SDG Promises
A decade after the adoption of the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, new research - published in the...
Paper vs. Screens: How Students Really Learn in 2025
A few weeks ago we published the article Classrooms Turn the Page on Laptops, which revealed that several countries and...
Sustainability in the News (June 15 – 22, 2025)
Here’s a brand new update in our Sustainability in the News updates, on critical developments in science, climate policy, and research from the...
Capturing Natural and Waste Heat: A Sustainable Solution with Verified Data
Capturing and utilizing natural and waste heat is nothing new. Long before modern heat pumps and industrial recovery systems, civilizations...
Reid Hoffman Says Gen Z Will Win the Job War – IF They Learn to Command the AI Bots
As we reported already, AI is transforming the job market fast. We also emphasized in earlier articles that understanding how...
10 Effective Strategies to Empower Women Entrepreneurs Now
Empowering women entrepreneurs is essential for fostering economic growth, innovation, and social progress. Women-owned businesses contribute significantly to the global...
Sustainability in the News (June 09 – 14, 2025)
Here’s a brand new update in our Sustainability in the News updates, on critical developments in science, climate policy, and research from the...
The Rise of Smart Greenhouses: Revolutionizing Agriculture with Technology
Smart greenhouses represent a transformative leap in modern agriculture, integrating advanced technologies such as sensors, IoT (Internet of Things), AI,...
Airbnb’s Impact on Rental Housing Markets: Spain’s Crackdown
Last year we posted the article How to Get Sustainable Solutions for Airbnb in High-Pressure Housing Markets. Things have taken...
Sustainability in the News (June 03 – 08, 2025)
Here’s a brand new update in our Sustainability in the News updates, on critical developments in science, climate policy, and research from the...
UDL-Con: International 2025 Brings Global Leaders Together in Washington, D.C. to Reimagine Inclusive Education
Washington, D.C. will host the world’s leading minds in inclusive education for UDL-Con: International 2025, a two-day global summit advancing...
The OECD AI Capability Indicators Just Changed Everything – Here’s What You Need to Know
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) launched the AI Capability Indicators, a first-of-its-kind framework to systematically measure artificial...
