Douglas Sheil, Forest Ecology and Forest Management Chair Group, Wageningen University and Research, The Netherlands, discusses his article: A simple competition model can predict rainforest tree diversity, species abundance and ecosystem functions Many tropical forests are remarkably diverse, often supporting hundreds of tree species in just a few hectares. But how can so many species […]
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Caisse des Dépôts, the institution overseeing France’s €15.48 billion public sector pension fund, Ircantec, has made a significant move in sustainable finance by awarding a $1.8 billion equity mandate. The agreement, signed in December 2024, entrusts Nomura Asset Management with managing a customized sustainable equity fund that will focus on companies with a high positive […]
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Hydrostor, a pioneering company in long-duration energy storage, has secured $200 million in funding to scale its Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) technology, with major backing from Canada Growth Fund Inc. (CGF), Goldman Sachs Alternatives, and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments). Funding Breakdown: The investment consists of a $150 million USD […]
Continue ReadingPresident von der Leyen tasked all Commissioners to meet with young people in the first 100 days of the new mandate, to hear their concerns and questions firsthand. Youth concerns take centre stage For his Dialogue, the Commissioner met with 20 young participants from across Europe for a two-hour discussion. Each participant came well prepared […]
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A coalition of asset owners managing over $1.5 trillion in assets has unveiled a new set of guidelines to improve alignment between asset owners and managers on climate stewardship. The initiative includes major institutional investors from the UK, Europe, the US, and Australia, such as Scottish Widows, Phoenix, Aegon, Nest, and Australian Ethical Investment. A […]
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A significant collaboration between BNP Paribas and the European Investment Bank (EIB) is set to drive €8 billion in investments into wind energy projects across the European Union. This landmark partnership aims to accelerate the growth of wind power, enhance supply chains, and boost grid integration in line with the EU’s renewable energy targets. Strategic […]
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New York State is making a significant commitment to sustainability with Governor Kathy Hochul’s announcement of $150 million in grants to decarbonize public college campuses. These funds, drawn from the state’s $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022, will go toward green energy upgrades at State University of […]
Continue ReadingJournal of Applied Ecology offers a two-year mentoring opportunity for early career researchers to gain experience of the Associate Editor role. Each mentee works with one of our Senior Editor and also receives on-going support from the Editorial Office. Mentees have a great opportunity to learn more about the peer review process and publishing more widely through handling […]
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The U.S. Department of Energy has approved a critical loan guarantee for Montana Renewables, a subsidiary of Calumet Specialty Products, to significantly expand its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) refinery in Great Falls, Montana. This approval, finalized under the Biden administration, comes despite concerns that the Trump administration might reconsider such green energy initiatives as part […]
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The European Commission has raised €11 billion in its second syndicated bond issuance of 2025, which includes €5 billion in NextGenerationEU (NGEU) Green Bonds, marking a significant step toward funding climate projects and vital policy programs. The bond offering was met with strong investor demand, showcasing the continued appeal of EU-backed securities. The issuance was […]
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