Culture & Society
Culture & Society
Lead poisoning: WHO calls for urgent action to protect children worldwide
The WHO is urging governments to strengthen measures against lead poisoning, which affects hundreds of millions of children worldwide. New guidelines and a global action plan aim…
Erminia Voccia•19 October 2026
Climate Change
Bangkok rainfall and drainage systems: why…
At least 40 people have died after a week of heavy rainfall…
Erminia Voccia•7 October 2026
Climate Change
Nepal flood loss and damage funding…
Nepal has requested USD 20 million from the UN Loss and Damage…
Erminia Voccia•30 September 2026
Climate Change
Solar farms reduce dust pollution and improve air quality
Solar farms in China’s Gobi Desert can reduce dust pollution by slowing near-surface winds, stabilising soils…
Erminia Voccia•30 September 2026
Climate Change
“The Himalayas melt and the rock gives way”: Geologist Ananta Gajurel on…
Rising temperatures, black carbon and permafrost thaw are destabilizing the Himalayas. Geologist Ananta Gajurel explains the…
Erminia Voccia•11 September 2026
Climate Change
Data center water consumption: Microsoft targets zero-water AI cooling
Microsoft says its newest AI data centers require no water for cooling during normal operations, as…
Erminia Voccia•25 June 2026
Culture & Society
The water crisis in Africa between disease, poverty and inequality
Across much of Africa, limited access to safe water and sanitation is driving a devastating cycle…
Erminia Voccia•24 June 2026
Culture & Society
CDP approves €1.3 billion package for sustainable growth projects
The Italian development bank has approved new operations focused on climate resilience, energy efficiency and strategic…
Editorial Team•22 May 2026
Culture & Society
Green transition in Rwanda, Italy backs high-impact climate projects
Italy is strengthening its climate cooperation with Rwanda through a €30 million package supporting renewable energy,…
Editorial Team•15 May 2026
Climate Change
Climate impact on democracy: how extreme events are shaping elections
From heatwaves to floods and wildfires, climate-related disasters are increasingly influencing elections worldwide, affecting voter access,…
Erminia Voccia•22 April 2026
Climate Change
World Water Day 2026: the world grows increasingly thirsty
On World Water Day, alarming data reveals global water demand could outstrip available resources by 40%…
Alessandro Petrone•23 March 2026
Biodiversity
International Day of Forests 2026: The vital role of forests in global…
The International Day of Forests 2026 shines a light on forests as indispensable economic drivers, fostering…
Erminia Voccia•21 March 2026
Climate Change
Climate change in the Arab region is accelerating
Climate change in the Arab region is accelerating, with 2024 confirmed as the hottest year on…
Erminia Voccia•20 February 2026
Education
Birth rate and ESG: why demography is a sustainability indicator
The birth rate is rarely discussed in sustainability debates, yet demographic trends can reveal whether a…
Editorial Team•19 February 2026
Industry Spotlight
Grand Challenges Scholars Program: dialogue in Rome on sustainable energy and innovation
The Grand Challenges Scholars Program brought together universities and professionals to discuss renewable energy, innovation and…
Paolo Travisi•18 February 2026
Education
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