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Instituto Terra emerged from personal tragedy and global vision. Sebastião Salgado, renowned for his stark photography of human suffering, returned to his family's degraded farm in the 1990s, devastated by the loss of its once-lush forests . With Lélia, he transformed 600 hectares into a reforestation pioneer, planting millions...
As of September 27, 2025, after departing Greek waters near Koufonisi despite alleged Israeli drone attacks (nearby explosions, jammed communications, no injuries reported), the flotilla presses toward Gaza, expected to arrive in early October. Israel insists "no ship will...
Indigenous peoples have long been recognized as vital stewards of the planet's biodiversity, drawing on ancestral wisdom to maintain ecological balance. According to key data, they manage or own nearly 50% of the world's landmass (excluding Antarctica), with about...
Introduction
Electric scooters have transformed urban mobility since their widespread adoption in the late 2010s, offering a nimble alternative to cars and public transport for short trips. By 2025, shared e-scooter schemes are integral to Europe's "mobilité douce" – soft...
Food-Protein-Health: A Necessary Transformation
With a constantly increasing global population, the demand for protein continues to grow. According to the FAO, traditional meat production accounts for nearly 14.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions. This reality pushes us to explore more...
Innovations in Sustainable Smart Cities
Sustainable smart cities present themselves as interconnected ecosystems where digital technologies, notably the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and smart infrastructures, play a...
Plastic and vegetables: a toxic cocktail on our plates
For exemple, in Switzerland, nearly 8'000 tons of plastic are used each year in the agricultural sector, according to the Federal...
A New Imaginary of Caribbean Holidays: From Dream to Eco-Reality
The Caribbean embodies a dream of escape, but mass tourism has a heavy impact on its ecosystems. Becoming aware of...
Agriculture Facing the Climate Emergency: Observations and Challenges
Agriculture currently accounts for about 12% of greenhouse gas emissions in the UK, and up to 23% globally according to the FAO....
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Vineyards across Switzerland and Europe are renowned for producing some of the world's finest wines. However, the conventional methods used in viticulture, particularly the application of chemical treatments, have...
PFAS: eternal pollutants threatening the environment
PFAS are fluorinated organic compounds that are used in many products because of their waterproof and non-stick properties. However, their unique chemical structure makes...