Environment
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Environment United KingdomNew Study: Rising Seas May Not Drown Away Small Islands, After All
Many fear that the little islands around the Pacific and the Caribbean could disappear as sea levels rise, but new research may just set those minds at ease: the islands seem to naturally find ways to keep themselves above the waters.
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Environment ThailandAbandoned Train Track Becomes Public Park, to Boost Well-Being and Tackle Climate Change
A disused train track has been transformed into a new park in Bangkok, Thailand – a model example to turn other unused areas in the capital city into green spaces, say urban experts, benefiting both well-being and the climate.
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Society AfghanistanNo Work in Lockdown? Help Us Prevent the Next Crisis!
The coronavirus lockdown in Afghanistan left many without work. In response, the government stepped up to keep the economy running while tackling climate issues – employing 40,000 jobless workers to help save the city from a water crisis.
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Environment United KingdomGet a New License Plate If Your Car Doesn’t Pest the Air
As part of Britain’s plan to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, the nation’s transport secretary has announced the upcoming launch of green plates for zero-emission vehicles, to make it easier for electric car drivers to access incentives.
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Environment GermanyEat Our City, Germans Tell Locals and Tourists – Which They Do!
Andernach, Germany has become known as an “edible city” following a decade-long project aimed at planting fruits, vegetables, and herbs in green spaces instead of decorative plants like tulips – and locals can freely take whatever their hands can carry!
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Environment USAFrom Kindergarten to Graduation: Kids in New Jersey Now Have “Climate Change” in School
For the first time in the United States of America, New Jersey’s State Board of Education has implemented new guidelines that will require students to learn about climate change from kindergarten all the way through graduation.
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