huhti 17, 2024 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development
High levels of plastic pollution can kill the embryos of a wide range of ocean animals, new research shows. Scientists tested the effects of new PVC pellets (pre-production “nurdles” used to make many plastic products) on the development of seven species, spanning all...
huhti 17, 2024 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development
Today, the Commission reports on the State of Schengen over the past year and sets the priorities for the year ahead. The Schengen area has evolved into the world’s largest free travel area. Guaranteeing smooth and secure travel to a population of almost 450...
huhti 17, 2024 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development
With the ‘promise of a better world’ in mind the UN Youth Office has launched an new advocacy campaign – “World Leaders: It’s Time to Let #YouthLead” – calling for greater youth representation in decision-making roles in both the public and private sector, civil...
huhti 16, 2024 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development
The Brussels lobby group for heat pumps has blamed a 5% slump in 2023 sales on higher interest rates and cheap natural gas, based on a 16-country analysis. European sales of heat pumps – a key technology to decarbonise the heating sector – saw a 5% slump in 2023, a...
huhti 15, 2024 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development
The EU Council formally adopted a revised directive on the energy performance of buildings Friday, with the aim of helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy poverty in the EU. The revised directive sets ambitious targets to reduce the overall energy use of...
huhti 15, 2024 | Science and Research News of Sustainable Development
Sometimes the processing that makes food safe can compromise flavor and nutrients, but food scientist Jennifer Acuff is looking for a way to make food safe and minimize loss of quality. Food processors often use heat for pasteurization or sterilization to make food...