DeKalb is taking a big step towards a greener future with its new Green Business Recognition Program. This initiative aims to celebrate and encourage local businesses that are making efforts to be more environmentally friendly. The program is set to launch in early 2026 and will focus on seven key a
Greece and Cyprus are making a big change for New Year's Eve in 2026. Instead of loud fireworks, they are opting for quieter celebrations. This shift is all about making the festivities more enjoyable for everyone, especially kids and pets. Athens started this trend last year with "quiet" fireworks
People are getting fed up with airline baggage fees. Almost half think airlines make these rules on purpose to make more money. In the last year, many have paid up to $200 in extra charges. So, what's the fix? Some are trying "naked flying"—boarding with just the basics: a phone, wallet, and charger
Climate change is a big deal, and businesses have a big part to play. Some companies are doing great things to help the planet. But most are not doing enough to cut down on carbon or make the big changes needed to fight climate change. You might have heard of "greenwashing. " That's when companies
Kenya's trade in ornamental fish is facing some serious issues. A recent report by TRAFFIC has uncovered big differences between what Kenya says it exports and what other countries say they import. This isn't just about numbers; it's about money, the environment, and how well the country is managing
Regenerative agriculture is shaking up the farming world. It's not just about growing crops anymore; it's about making the soil healthier, protecting nature, and even helping farmers make more money. This new way of farming doesn't rely on big machines. It uses animals and different types of plants
Abu Dhabi just built a 15-story tower in just 12 days. It was made by robots and has no concrete. This is a big deal because it shows how technology can change how we build things. The tower was put together like Lego blocks. Each part was made in a factory and then put together on site. This metho
Matthew Samuda, Jamaica's Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, has taken on a big role. He is now the president of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA). This group is like the boss of environmental decisions in the United Nations. Samuda got this job during the seventh meeti
Gannet BioChem, a top player in the specialty chemical industry, has just hit a major milestone. They've got the green light from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for their plans to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. This isn't just any old goal-setting; it's a big deal in the world of
People from different fields have different ideas about what sustainability means in global health. This is important because the One Health approach is becoming more popular. One Health is about looking at human, animal, and environmental health together to solve big problems like pandemics and cli
