The State of Sustainability in 2025 Compared to The Groundbreaking 2020 EC Study
In 2020 the "Study on Sustainability - Related Ratings, Data and Research" was commissioned by the European Commission, Directorate-General for...
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Sustainability in the News (March 17 – 23, 2025)
Here's a brand new update in our Sustainability in the News updates, on critical developments in science, climate policy, and research...
Greenpeace Hit With $660 Million Fine Over Alleged Misconduct During Dakota Access Pipeline Protests
A North Dakota jury ordered Greenpeace to pay over $660 million in damages to Energy Transfer. But contrary to reports...
How Innovation and Sustainability Work Together for a Better Future
Innovation plays a key role in driving sustainability by improving eco-efficiency, strengthening competitiveness, and fostering economic growth. Not surprisingly global...
Mallorca Live Festival Wins Sustainability Award 2025 – Here’s Why
The Mallorca Live Festival has won the Contribution to Sustainability award at the Iberian Festival Awards as a recognition of...
State of the Global Climate 2024 Report: Alarming Temperature Records and Greenhouse Gases
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released its State of the Global Climate 2024 report on March 14, 2025, confirming that...
6 Digital Tools for Environmental Education & Sustainability in 2025
Sustainability education plays a crucial role in shaping future generations to be environmentally responsible and socially aware. Digital tools have...
Sustainability in the News (March 9 – 16, 2025)
Last week we introduced a new weekly feature: concise yet informative news telex updates to keep you up to speed...
Sustainability in the News (March 1 – 8, 2025)
Beginning this week, we are introducing a new weekly feature: concise yet informative news telex updates to keep you up...
US Scientists Rebuild Climate Risk Map After Government Removal: Future Risk Index
In quite a controversial move, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) removed a climate risk map from its official website....
A Tiny Tweak for a Big Shift: How Zeopore’s Catalysts Save Fuel and Reduce Waste
"Catalyst technology" might not sound exciting, but it actually is core to the way we make fuels, plastics, and chemicals...
18 Ancient Architectural Building Techniques are Making a Spectacular Comeback
Ancient architectural building techniques are making a comeback in modern sustainable building practices. For instance, rammed earth construction, used for...
The War in Ukraine is an Ecological Disaster
(Photo by Jade Koroliuk on Unsplash) The environmental devastation wrought by warfare is profound and enduring, affecting ecosystems, biodiversity, and...
How can 3D Printing Construction offer Sustainable Housing?
3D printing construction, also known as additive manufacturing, is revolutionizing the construction industry. This innovative technology involves creating three-dimensional objects...
Xiong’an : The Perfect Example Why Sustainable Cities Don’t Always Succeed
The concept of sustainable cities is often put forward as a key pillar for future urban development. It promises eco-friendly...
Free Weekly Newsletter on Sustainability – Subscribe now
On Monday, February 24th WINSS will be sending out its first weekly newsletter on sustainability, available in both English and...
The 15-Minute City: A Revolutionary Vision for Sustainable Urban Living?
Cities keep growing fast. This explosive growth creates traffic, pollution, and limited access to necessities. Urban planners seek ways to...
The Future of Work, according to LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman
Work cultures are mutating at breakneck speed. The expansion of the gig economy, rapid AI breakthroughs, the rise of personal...
WEF’s Global Risks Report: An Exclusive Comparative Overview from 2023 to 2025
Nations go through a convoluted trajectory in the aftermath of pandemic disruptions, armed conflicts, and accelerating technological upheavals. The World...
Europe’s Commission Work Programme 2025: Bolder, Simpler and Faster
Europe stands at a pivotal crossroads. Nations across the continent grapple with economic shifts, geopolitical tensions, climate pressures, and demographic...
Building a Green Roof on Houseboats, Amsterdam Shows the Way
In the Netherlands, houseboats are a distinctive feature of the country's waterways. Approximately 10,000 houseboats are spread across the nation,...
Orca Pioneers Large-Scale Carbon Capture to Combat Climate Change
In the fight against climate change, reducing emissions alone is just not enough. To truly mitigate global warming, we must...
Carbon Removal on Farms Through Enhanced Rock Weathering and Biochar Application: A Double-Edged Sword?
Carbon removal on farms is gaining traction as a climate mitigation strategy. By implementing methods such as enhanced rock weathering...
Donald Trump Exits from the Paris Climate Agreement: Two Sides of the Story
President Donald Trump’s decision to pull the United States out of the Paris Climate Agreement has sparked quite some debates...
What Are Green Skills and Why Are They Essential Especially Now?
From time to time you hear people talking about green skills. But what are green skills exactly and how do...
Greta Thunberg: Was she A Blessing or a Nuisance for the Climate Debate?
Few figures in the climate movement have sparked as much debate as Greta Thunberg. Since her school strike in 2018,...
Rivers of Waste or the Global Crisis of Waterway Pollution
Rivers are vital to ecosystems and human societies, providing water, transportation, and livelihoods. However, the pervasive issue of waste disposal...
10 Tips To Drastically Reduce Your Electricity Consumption At Home In 2025
Households often waste a significant portion of their electricity consumption due to inefficient appliances, devices left on standby, and other...
How China Wanted to Halt Desert Expansion and Why It Went Wrong
China has made remarkable efforts to combat desertification or desert expansion by planting vast numbers of trees. At least that...
Understanding Supply Chain Emissions is Key To Reduce Environmental Impact
A supply chain is integral to business operations, yet it significantly contributes to environmental degradation. Notably, eight major supply chains...
