Researchers at Rothamsted Research have found that converting grassland into arable farmland can severely damage soil health and increase water pollution. Using long-term field-scale data from the North Wyke Farm Platform in Devon, scientists compared permanent pasture, improved grassland, and…
The global housing crisis has deepened after decades of underinvestment, rapid urban growth, economic instability, and displacement caused by wars and climate disasters. According to recent estimates, up to 3.4 billion people worldwide lack safe and adequate housing, while more…
More than 40,000 delegates from 182 countries will gather in Baku from May 17 to 22 for the 13th session of the World Urban Forum, as UN-Habitat warns of a worsening global housing crisis. According to the agency, nearly 3…
Cities around the world are looking for ways to reduce car dependence and improve urban life, with experts highlighting cleaner air, safer streets and lower fuel reliance as key benefits. Researchers say expanding reliable public transport is the first step,…
Germany will provide up to €5 billion ($5.85 billion) in funding this year to help steel, cement and chemical companies reduce industrial carbon emissions. The support will be distributed through 15-year “carbon contracts for difference,” designed to cover the higher…
China’s rapid shift toward smart living and its leadership in electric vehicles (EVs) are reshaping the global automotive industry. With strong growth in EV manufacturing, intelligent driving, and software-defined vehicles, China has become a key innovation hub rather than just…
From April 22 to 24, 2026, Astana hosts the Regional Environmental Summit 2026 . The event is organized by the government of Kazakhstan in cooperation with international partners and brings together experts, national leaders, and representatives of global organizations under…
Siemens and Vulcan Energy have partnered to advance Europe’s first fully integrated lithium and renewable energy project, signing a framework agreement for the Lionheart project in Germany’s Upper Rhine Valley. The companies also signed a Memorandum of Understanding that makes…
Berlin has long embraced its rough, chaotic charm without seeking outside approval, but one issue has become harder to ignore: litter. As tourism continues to grow, so does the strain on the city’s cleanliness. In response, a new initiative called…
Smart cities are rapidly transforming urban life through the integration of IoT, AI, and 5G technologies, aiming to improve sustainability, efficiency, and quality of life. With the global smart city market projected to reach $301 billion by 2032, cities are…