Rethinking how trees and their underground partners shape their soils |

Adam Weiler, Indiana University, discusses his article: Seeing the forest for all the trees: Mycorrhizal-associated nutrient economies are modulated by stem density and the synchrony between overstorey and understorey tree communities When we think about how forests influence the soil beneath them, it’s easy to picture the towering overstorey trees that define a woodland. These […]

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Achieved a Major Goal—Let’s Set a New One

When we founded CSRHub in 2007, we imagined bringing together and harmonizing the “wisdom of the sustainability crowd.” We wanted to bring together the disparate views on corporate ESG performance from Wall Street analysts, not for profit researchers, membership organizations, government databases, and advocacy groups. We started adding data sources to our platform, one by […]

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Commission adopts the main Horizon Europe Work Programme for 2026–2027 and dedicates €4.9 billion to climate action

Today, the European Commission adopted the main Horizon Europe Work Programme for 2026–2027, setting out the upcoming funding opportunities available under the programme. With a total budget of €14 billion, the work programme will dedicate at least 35% of its funding to climate goals. This will support both EU climate as well as competitiveness policy […]

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Amidst the resplendence of Munnar’s sky islands – The Applied Ecologist

Madhumay Mallik from the Wildlife Trust of India recounts their experience researching grass frogs, and details what is being done to ensure that these and other frog species continue to thrive despite increasing challenges. Far away on the mountain peak were cotton clouds in restless sleep, tossing and turning. Before me, a lush pasture of […]

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But only with semi-natural habitats nearby – The Applied Ecologist

Pollinators, like bumblebees, are essential for agriculture, yet they’re declining due to landscape simplification and habitat loss. In this blog post, Riho Marja and colleagues tell us more about their study. Riho Marja and his team explored the effect of field size on Bumble bee populations in Austria and Hungary. They explored this by setting […]

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How the strategies of bilberry roots to access nutrients vary at small scales and with changes in nutrient availability |

Barbara Meyers, University of Freiburg in Germany, discusses her article: Soil nutrient availability rather than spatial nutrient heterogeneity shapes the intraspecific response of root architectural, morphological and mycorrhizal traits in Vaccinium myrtillus Roots make up for a large proportion of plant biomass and play a central role in several plant functions: accessing water and nutrients […]

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Ireland Issues €55.15 Million in Organic Farming Scheme Payments as 2025 Funding Cycle Begins

Ireland’s Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, has confirmed that more than €55.15 million in payments is now being issued to 4,858 farmers under the 2025 Organic Farming Scheme (OFS). The rollout marks the latest phase of the State’s ongoing push to expand organic production and support farmers transitioning to more […]

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What are the Benefits of B Corp Certification? A Concise Answer!

B Corp Certification is increasingly recognised as a hallmark of ethical business practices. But beyond the prestige, what are the tangible benefits of becoming a B Corp? In this article, we’ll explore how B Corp Certification can positively impact your business, and how ESG Pro Limited can support you in reaping these benefits. 1. Enhanced […]

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PPN 06/21 Technical Guidance

Ensure PPN 06/21 compliance with a comprehensive Carbon Reduction Plan. Learn how to report all relevant Scope 3 emissions and avoid reputational risks. PPN 06/21 Technical Guidance: A Comprehensive Guide to Ensuring Compliance Public Procurement Notice 06/21 (PPN 06/21) is a key regulation that requires suppliers bidding for major government contracts in the UK to […]

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Procurement Act 2023 – Urgent Readiness Actions

A professional’s guide to the Procurement Act 2023. We explore the new legislation and offer a FREE COPY of our 50-page Procurement Act Handbook (published 2025). Expert guidance and checklists! In this extract of the ESG Pro Procurement Act Handbook, we consider the key changes to the Procurement Act 2023 and especially your key /urgent […]

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