Tigers: between global threats and signs of recovery
On July 29, International Tiger Day shines a spotlight on one of the most iconic yet endangered species on the…
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Autore: Mathias Ristow
Special waste in Italy grows three times faster than GDP
In 2023, the production of special waste in Italy rose by 1.9%, reaching 164.5 million tonnes. This growth, highlighted in…
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Toxic alarm in Italy’s “land of fires”
A new scientific study published in Science of the Total Environment has uncovered alarming levels of toxic elements in the…
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Regenerating contaminated soils with plants and bacteria
Restoring fertility to soils compromised by heavy metals is the goal of RETURN, an ambitious national project funded by the…
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Continuous solar energy: a goal turned into reality
Providing electricity from solar sources throughout the entire day, including nighttime hours, is no longer a utopia. A recent study…
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New EU infringement against Italy
The European Commission has launched a new infringement procedure against Italy over its inadequate management of the red imported fire…
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Italian forests absorb more CO₂, but experts warn: data needs verification
While in many parts of the world forests are shifting from carbon sinks to carbon sources, Italy appears to be…
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The European Commission launches new CAP reform to cut red tape and support small farmers
The European Commission has unveiled a new package of measures aimed at simplifying the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), with the…
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The Council of Europe takes a major step in the fight against environmental destruction
The Council of Europe has taken a significant step in the fight against environmental destruction by adopting a new international…
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2024 marks a record year for renewable energy
In 2024, renewable energy reached a historic milestone, accounting for over 90% of newly installed energy capacity worldwide. This figure…
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