On March 18, the International Energy Agency (IEA) presented a ten-point plan to reduce our dependence on crude oil. These measures could not only improve our energy sovereignty, but also reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. If it were applied by the advanced economies, which account for half the world’s crude oil demand, we would save the equivalent of the entire Chinese car fleet.
Researchers at London’s Brunel University have found 150 chemicals that have leaked into drinks made from recycled plastic bottles. They warn that these bottles are potentially more dangerous in their contents than newly manufactured bottles, and call for more rigorous recycling methods to eliminate potentially hazardous chemicals.
The mission of the Tinyland association is to support those who want to start building their own tiny houses, a movement that is gaining momentum in Europe and originating in the United States. The idea is to reduce the size of the houses to a more responsible but still sufficient surface area. Of the eight builders currently supported by Tinyland on a voluntary basis, half are women.
The overarching theme of edie’s latest Sustainability Leaders Forum was “time for transformation”, reflecting the need for companies of all sizes and in all sectors to become a force for good in the face of climate and nature crises, and growing social inequality. edie has compiled the 9 most inspiring quotes from the speeches of world-renowned experts.
It is becoming increasingly clear that the inequality between rich and poor emissions within a single country now exceeds the disparities between countries. In other words: major issuers have more in common across international borders, regardless of where they live. To make progress on climate change, we must first reduce the carbon output of the wealthiest among us.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has already brought untold suffering and destruction, as well as considerable changes to the world order. Today, a great deal of attention is focused on energy security and increasing fossil fuel production. It is vital, however, to reconcile short-term energy objectives with long-term climate goals.
More than 3 million refugees have left Ukraine since the start of the war. The European Union has activated a never-before-used 2001 directive that allows temporary protection status to be granted to guarantee rapid access to rights, and so much the better. At the same time, however, there’s a video showing a defenseless young African being beaten for climbing a European border fence.
It is undoubtedly the most promising and accessible renewable energy. Although its development has been slow in France over the past forty years, projects are now multiplying. Reporterre conducted a four-part investigation, highlighting a major issue concerning its deployment: whether to eat up farmland or cover areas already concreted over.
In 2017, this laboratory ship left Saint-Malo to sail around the world. It is energy self-sufficient, with zero emissions, zero fine particles and zero noise. The expedition has a dual mission: to experiment and find innovative solutions to help decarbonize transport for a sustainable maritime energy transition, while at the same time raising awareness at every port of call.
As a consumer, it can be difficult to know the pros and cons of each innovation, and to distinguish whether it’s really a sustainable solution or greenwashing. Tips and tricks to help you find your way through the plethora of sustainable fabrics on offer in the fashion industry. Which wins out: pineapple leather, seaweed fabric or hemp?
