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EU Export Policies: Double Standards on Toxic...

Introduction The European Union's export policies in 2025 reveal a...

Effects of Continental Glacier Melt on Arctic Coastal Carbon...

Introduction The Arctic is undergoing rapid transformation due to climate...

Green Finance & Economy

Southwest Indian Ocean Restoration Flagship: Initiatives and Projects for Marine Ecosystem Conservation

Introduction The Southwest Indian Ocean Restoration Flagship stands as a pivotal initiative within the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (2021–2030), targeting the revival of marine and coastal ecosystems in vulnerable Small Island Developing States (SIDS) . Launched with the SIDS Ecosystem Restoration Flagship in September 2023 during NYC High-Level Week, it integrates marine conservation with sustainable blue finance, focusing on...

Unveiling the Plan de Restauración Funcional de la Selva Paranaense: Ecological Revival or Masked Exploitation?

The Paranaense rainforest, once a verdant expanse teeming with unique species, has suffered catastrophic losses, with over 90% of its original cover vanished due to logging, agriculture, and infrastructure . Launched in recent years, the PRFSP seeks "functional restoration" through reforestation, ecosystem connectivity, and sustainable practices, involving governments, NGOs, and international partners. Recent milestones, such as planting 100,000 trees...

Green and Sustainable Investments: Navigating Trends, Risks, and Opportunities

The landscape of green and sustainable investments in 2025 reflects a dynamic intersection of economic growth and environmental stewardship. Valued at US$7.9 trillion as of Q1 2025, the global...

Amazon’s Sustainability Claims and Greenwashing Accusations

Introduction Amazon's environmental narrative has evolved dramatically in recent years, driven by its Climate Pledge and a suite of initiatives aimed at reducing its colossal ecological footprint. Founded on commitments...

Carbon Capture: A Climate Solution or a Fossil Fuel Lifeline?

Introduction Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) garners attention as a pivotal technology in the fight against climate change. Touted by some as essential for mitigating emissions, others see it as...

The Paradox of Carbon Offsets: Navigating the Complexities of Corporate Environmental Responsibility

In an era increasingly defined by climate change, corporate carbon offsets—specifically those tied to forest preservation—are undergoing rigorous examination. Originally hailed as a revolutionary approach to mitigate environmental degradation,...

The Environmental Paradox of AI: Weighing Green Claims Against Real-World Impacts

Unpacking the True Environmental Cost of AI’s Expansion As artificial intelligence (AI) weaves itself into the fabric of global technology, its environmental toll has come under increasing scrutiny. Behind the...

Carbon Capture Technologies: Climate Savior or Fossil Fuel Facade?

Unraveling the Complex World of Carbon Capture The urgent quest for climate solutions has thrust carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies into the spotlight, promising to curb greenhouse gases and...

The Lithium Paradox: Greener Energy at an Environmental Cost?

Introduction: Navigating the Lithium Landscape Lithium, often hailed as the white gold of the 21st century, is at the forefront of the global shift towards sustainable energy. With its crucial...

Sustainable Investments – Greenwashing: Untangling Truth from Falsehood in Green Finance

Sustainable Investments - Greenwashing: A Major Issue in Green Finance The rise of sustainable investments has led to a proliferation of financial products labeled "green". According to the Climate Bonds...

Fast fashion pollution: the toxic underside of fashion and the green illusion

Fast fashion pollution: an out-of-control textile industry By 2025, over 100 billion garments are produced each year worldwide, twice as many as 15 years ago. According to the Ellen MacArthur...

Hydropower in Europe: A Renewable Energy at a Crossroads

Hydropower in Europe: A Historical Pillar of the Energy Transition and a Long-Essential Resource for the Continent For more than a century, hydropower has held a central place in the...

Refreezing the Arctic: Innovative Projects to Save the Polar Ice

The Critical Role of Arctic Sea Ice Since 1979, the summer extent of Arctic sea ice has plummeted by roughly 40%, while the oldest, thickest ice cover has been reduced...

IFAD International Fund for Agricultural Development

Introduction The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to eradicating poverty and hunger in rural areas of developing countries. By focusing...