Ambler Road: Through Alaska’s Frozen Lands
Ambler Road: 211 miles across Arctic ice for crude oil and heavy metals. A new chapter in the global race for resources — and a growing challenge to sustainability.
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The Himalayan Challenge: Power for China, Tension for Everyone
One river, two names, a disputed destiny: the Medog dam on the Yarlung-Brahmaputra promises energy — but risks sweeping away both natural and political balance.
When Policy Becomes the Risk: The EU’s Internal Climate Threat
When policy becomes the biggest risk: the EU is weakening its own climate commitments from within. Between dangerous compromises and unexpected alliances, Europe’s leadership is suddenly on shaky ground.
The Battle After the Bombs: Gaza’s Ecological Decline
Rubble, contamination, and destroyed fields: the other face of the war in Gaza is an ecological collapse far too few are talking about.
LIFE Program, Endangered: New European Budgets Neglect Biodiversity
Scientists, naturalists and ecologists are worried about the new European Union budgeting drafts: the LIFE program is no longer mentioned. What is it, what is its function, and why does it matter so much?
Local Authorities and Climate Responsibility: A New Awakening?
Involving local territories can be key to achieving climate neutrality. The CIRO database tracks regional performance to foster awareness and drive informed action.
The Political Identity of the Climate Crisis
Climate change is political at its core. Progress demands bold policies, strong institutions, and social action to turn science and tech into real change for a sustainable future.
The “Climate Finance” COP29 in Baku
Climate finance was discussed at COP29 in Baku. Yet, geopolitical tensions and uncertain outcomes dominated the scene, slowing down necessary action to combat the effects of global warming.
A New Life for the Italian Mountains
A “Mountain Law” to revitalize and make mountain areas attractive once again. Mountains don’t need political divisions but rather concrete, forward-thinking actions.
Climate Change Redraws the Swiss-Italian Border
Switzerland and Italy’s decision to shift their borders due to climate change marks a pivotal moment, as melting Alpine glaciers reshape national boundaries and demonstrate the urgent need for cooperation.
Balancing Agriculture and Sustainability in the EU
The European Union (EU) stands at a crucial crossroads as it seeks to balance agriculture and food supply with sustainability and environmental preservation. What are the challenges?
Sustainability Implications of Dutch Far-right Victory
The far-right victory of Dutch populist Geert Wilders fits into the growing right-wing sentiment in Europe. GreenMarked explored the implications of this election result for sustainability in the Netherlands.
EU Takes Decisive Action Against Greenwashing and Misleading Environmental Claims
The EU started to tackle greenwashing and increase consumer awareness. This follows a trend of growing environmental awareness to ensure that ecological claims match genuine efforts to protect our Planet.
Brazil’s Transversal Approach for the Environment
After the anti-democracy riots in Brasilia last month, Lula’s Brazil aims to simultaneously tackle social inequality and environmental protection.
Brazil’s 2023 Environmental Agenda: First Steps towards Reintegration
Lula is Brazil’s new official president. At COP 27 he delivered a strong environmental message to the world: “Brazil will stand for the Amazon and the indigenous people living in there”
Brazilian Elections: What did Bolsonaro do for the Environment in the Last Four Years?
As the final round of the Brazilian presidential election approaches, we hereby review some key events of Jair Bolsonaro’s past environmental agenda.
The Provincial Environmental Energy Plan 2021-2030 of the Autonomous Province of Trento.
Trentino has approved a cutting-edge Environmental Energy plan for 2021-2030, focusing on actions to save energy, increase the efficiency of homes and industries, and boost electricity generation from renewable sources.
An organic district for the Province of Trento: rejected, but…
The referendum to establish a provincial organic district in Trentino was rejected but it shows that more than 65,000 Trentino citizens want a more sustainable type of agriculture.
Who stands for the organic district referendum?
Two days from referendum day, which political party has openly sided for and against the provincial organic district in Trentino?
Trentino and its farming sector. Time to return the favor for cleaner water courses
Due to farming products, the Adige river and many water courses in Val di Non have recorded exceedances of the admissible contamination thresholds.
Running in the usual direction
The high use of water-contaminating synthetic fertilizers and plant protection products, zero-biodiversity policy within the farmland are still the core values of the farming business in Trentino.
Applying the European Green Deal. Is the Netherlands Fit for 55?
The new “Fit for 55” legislation aims to reach 55 % net emissions reduction target by 2030, making Europe the first emission-neutral continent. Is the Netherlands ready for “Fit for 55”?
