Waste management: a €27 billion sector
The waste management sector is worth more than 27 billion euros (WAS Report 2023) and is at a crucial stage. The growing demand for sustainable waste management, driven by circular economy goals and increasing waste volumes globally, requires serious reflection
Only seven countries met safe air quality standards in 2023: IQAir
The Global Air Quality Report, which came out earlier this year, draws on data from more than 30,000 monitoring stations operating in 134 countries, territories, and regions. Of these, 124 countries exceeded the safe levels of PM2.5, a type of
Aissa Laroussi drives Enky’s 500% growth in B2B sustainability
What factors do you attribute to the 500% growth in crowdfunding for Enky’s B2B projects within just one quarter? Enky’s explosive equity fundraising growth stems from a heightened focus on sustainable business practices within the B2B sector. Our model directly addresses
Melis Malko, visionary civil engineer and founder of B-Hydrogen
In an era when clean energy is a pressing global necessity, Melis Malko stands as a trailblazer in the renewable energy sector. A highly skilled civil engineer with a deep-rooted passion for sustainability, Melis has devoted her career to advancing
World Cotton Day: a global celebration of cotton’s role in our lives
On October 7th each year, the world pauses to recognise a remarkable resource—cotton. Though it might seem like just another everyday material, cotton plays a pivotal role in industries, economies, and cultures around the globe. World Cotton Day, established by
How renewable energy technologies work
Renewable energy is revolutionizing the way we power our lives, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and minimizing environmental impact. But how do these technologies work? Here’s a closer look at the most common renewable energy sources. Solar power is one of
International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer
Every year on September 16th, the world comes together to observe the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer. This day, designated by the United Nations, reminds us of the global commitment to safeguarding our planet’s protective shield—the
International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies: a call for collective action
The International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, observed annually on September 7, is a global initiative to raise awareness about air pollution and its impacts on health, the environment, and economies. Established by the United Nations in 2019,
Europe’s largest solar power plant has been switched on in Germany
In Germany, Europe's biggest solar power plant, with a 605 megawatts (MW) capacity, went into operation. It is located on Lake Heiner in Witznitz, 25 km from Leipzig, and covers 500 hectares of the site of a former coal mine,