A new study published by the European Commission (EC) analyses the impact of forest management on water flow into streams and rivers.
Science & Policy
New technology turns waste into biogas
A new research by Wong et al. in Biotechnology for Biofuels presents a new method to improve renewable energy production from waste thanks to a simple pretreatment.
The Year of Quinoa, the sustainable super-food
A new publication by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nation (FAO) reports the launch of the International Year of Quinoa at UN Headquarters.
New project aims to prevent droughts
A new publication by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the Global Water Partnership (GWP) reports the launch of a joint Integrated Drought Management Programme (IDMP).
EU rules bring down imports of illegal timber
A new report by the International Tropical Timber Organisation (ITTO) welcomes with open arms the new European Timber Regulation (EUTR) which came into effect on 3 March 2013.
Ships continue to boost carbon emissions
A new report by the European Environmental Agency (EEA) indicates that greenhouse gases from the shipping sector have increased substantially in the last two decades.
Climate change worsens hunger
A new analysis by the World Food Programme (WFP), the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and others underscores the links among climate change, hunger and poor nutrition.
Making biofuels from agricoltural residues
A seminar organized by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and partners explored next-generation biofuels produced from waste and agricultural residues.
Health impact of climate change in Africa
A new publication by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) presents a complete report about links between environment and health in Africa, including reshwater and climate change.
FAO: using less water to produce food
A new report by the UN Food Agriculture Organisation (FAO) stresses that agriculture, including fisheries and livestock, is the largest water user and needs to adapt to increasing uncertainty and water scarcity.