To celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, we are excited to share a collection of blog posts showcasing the work of some of the BES community. In each post, they discuss their experiences in ecology, as well as what this year’s theme, ‘Accelerate Action’, means to them. What work do you do? I’m Lead Editor at Ecological […]
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Mars and Berry Global have unveiled new 100% recycled plastic packaging for M&M’S®, SKITTLES®, and STARBURST® pantry jars, marking a significant step in their commitment to sustainability. This move will eliminate over 1,300 metric tons of virgin plastic annually and supports the companies’ efforts to foster a circular economy. Key Details The updated 60-, 81-, […]
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The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced a $100 million loan to QNB Leasing to accelerate Türkiye’s transition to a low-carbon economy. This investment is aimed at enhancing sustainable energy and blue finance initiatives, particularly focusing on providing capital to small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which make up 99% of Turkish businesses. Key Highlights Quotes […]
Continue ReadingTo celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, we are excited to share a collection of blog posts showcasing the work of some of the BES community. In each post, they discuss their experiences in ecology, as well as what this year’s theme, ‘Accelerate Action’, means to them. What work do you do? I’m an ecologist working […]
Continue ReadingOn 4 March 2025, the European Union (EU) and South Africa came together for the 7th EU-South Africa Policy Forum on Environment, Climate Change, Sustainable Development and Water, held in Brussels and online. The forum reaffirmed both parties’ commitment to tackling climate change, strengthening environmental sustainability and promoting the just energy transition. Policy Forum on […]
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In a significant policy shift, the European Union has extended the compliance period for automakers to meet its stringent CO2 emissions targets, offering a three-year window instead of the previously set one-year deadline. This move, confirmed by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, is designed to give manufacturers more time to align with the […]
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Ireland could face a hefty compliance bill of up to €26 billion if it fails to meet its greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets, according to a joint report from the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council (IFAC) and the Climate Change Advisory Council (CCAC). The warning highlights the urgent need for action, urging the government to implement […]
Continue ReadingTo celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, we are excited to share a collection of blog posts showcasing the work of some of the BES community. In each post, they discuss their experiences in ecology, as well as what this year’s theme, ‘Accelerate Action’, means to them. What work do you do? I’m Professor in Ecology […]
Continue ReadingMiaojun Ma, Gansu Gannan Grassland Ecosystem National Observation and Research Station, State Key Laboratory of Herbage Improvement and Grassland Agro-ecosystems, College of Ecology, Lanzhou University, discusses his article: Multiple mechanisms associated with loss of seed bank diversity under nitrogen enrichment Background Anthropogenic activities have caused an increase in atmospheric nitrogen (N) deposition, which threatens the […]
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The People’s Pension (TPP), one of the UK’s largest independent pension funds, has made a strategic decision to move £28 billion ($35.3 billion) of its assets to Amundi and Invesco, signaling its stronger commitment to responsible investment, sustainability, and climate-focused strategies. This move comes after a thorough review of the fund’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and […]
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