Researchers have recently succeeded in doubling survival rates among lobster larvae. This could boost populations of a species threatened in the wild, reports Christina Benjaminsen.
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Lobster baby boomResearchers have recently succeeded in doubling survival rates among lobster larvae. This could boost populations of a species threatened in the wild, reports Christina Benjaminsen.
Whaling becoming extinct Traditional Norwegian whaling is increasingly losing its importance. Once again, the permitted catch limits will likely not be met this year. Norwegians have lost interest in whale meat, and it seems as though even environmentalists have nothing to protest about anymore.
Fossil fuel heating banned in Denmark
Boston waterfront rejuvenated Once a ghost town, but now a thriving technology centre: Boston's Innovation District is attracting more and more companies. With its close proximity to leading universities, companies are fighting over the best employees. And in the process, triggering a construction boom that favours pedestrians and public transport.
Bloomberg to ban Styrofoam New York City's mayor Michael Bloomberg has been waging war on the Big Apple's big garbage heaps, saying that they cost too much. Now he's launched yet another initiative, this time banning Styrofoam packaging. But the billionaire didn't always have such an environmental conscience.
The fight against an unseen killer One of the most poisonous substances – mercury – should be removed from households and reduced generally. That's what delegates from more than 140 countries agreed to in Geneva on Saturday. The new convention will benefit practically everyone.
Measuring sustainability Sustainable financial investments are in vogue. But now it should be possible to also measure their sustainability. The government of Liechtenstein and the Deutsche Umweltstiftung have established a rating agency to this end: the Carlo Foundation.
Researchers invent the Eco-Computer Researchers have developed an environmentally friendly computer with a wooden frame. The 'iameco' is the first computer of its kind to receive the European environmental label known as the EU Ecolabel. The computer produces around 70 per cent less CO2 than conventional ones.
Taking a bite out of Apple Apple surprised many when it withdrew from an environmental certification that sets standards for recycling and energy efficiency. The reaction was quick. The city of San Francisco announced that it would no longer purchase Apple computers and laptops . Only a few weeks later, Apple reversed its decision. But its recent moves have shed doubts on its commitment to environmentally friendly products.
Residents must be involved in sustainable cities Ingela Lindh believes that Stockholm's eco-district Hammarby Sjöstad has been a success, even if some of its sustainability targets were not met. The Swedish architect says that it is not helpful to compare what was done before with what is possible to do today because our expectations will always fall short. We should take what was learned and aspire to accomplish even more next time. Enjoying a good drop of wine with a good environmental conscience
The EU-supported SUSTAVINO project looks at how to manage waste water more efficiently in wine production and is also developing a quality seal to label sustainably produced wine, according to ttz Bremerhaven in Germany, the research institute which is coordinating the project. A window on modern farming
Hydroponics in New York City and aquaponics in Hawaii. Local and innovative urban farming projects demonstrate how city dwellers can grow their own food—even in a small apartment window—to reduce their own carbon footprint, alleviate food insecurity, and reconnect with nature in a concrete environment. A life less plastic Plastic is everywhere. From your television set to the lining of the Tetra Pak in your fridge, it has crept into our modern lifestyle and clenched its fist. Plastic has enabled great industrial leaps (such as life-saving medical devices) and simplified everyday life, but it has come at a cost.
From poison to palatable
Minergie vs Passivhaus
The greening of the Empire State Building The world's most famous office building's USD 500 million upgrade programme incorporates a goal to reduce energy use by nearly 40%.
Business School Lausanne Launches New Program in Sustainability
How can we repopulate the countryside?
Greenest data centre in Switzerland?
Merkel at forefront of sustainability In order to have any chance of containing climate change, we need to alter our consumption patterns. But the pleasure from today's choices and the painful consequences of those choices are separated by a 30-year lag.
Germany leads on sustainable energy
Economy vs the Environment
The essence of change and sustainable thinking Change was not just the theme but also in the nature of this year's St. Gallen Symposium; a place where entrepreneurs, top managers, politicians, scientists, plus decision makers and students all come together.
Conservation as a Business They have inarguably given a big push to the new eco-wave: Celebrities such as Madonna or Harrison Ford never let an opportunity slip away to share their eco-consciousness. However, they often don't practice what they preach.
The New Face of the Sea If we don't do something about overfishing, the stocks of wild fish will be dealt a fatal blow. At the same time, the world's population continues to grow - and with it the global demand for food. As well as expressing his concern, Karl Almas is also optimistic. As the head of Europe's largest research institute for fisheries and aquaculture technology, he knows more than most about the conditions in the sea and how this can be achieved.
Forget the Credit Crunch, Watch Out for the Eco-Crunch: The WWF Living Planet Report 2008 The developed world is in serious ecological debt, according to the World Wildlife Fund's recently released Living Planet report. Western countries consume far more than they can produce and depend on their less advantaged neighbours for resources.
This Season's Colour is Green
Light for Developing Countries: OSRAM's Innovative Project in Kenya In regions where there is no access to the electricity network, kerosene is the most commonly used source of light. Kerosene is however an inefficient and for the consumers an expensive form for lighting. OSRAM is a pioneer in the field of off-grid solutions. The project with solar stations, like already launched in the area of Lake Victoria in Kenya, is an innovative new way to provide locals with a sustainable form energy without dependency on an electricity network.
European Power Generation Scenarios Europe is expected to see a startling transformation in its mix of power generation capacity. Forecasts call for the contribution of coal to decline, nuclear power and oil to remain constant but the proportion of electrical power produced from renewable energy sources to show the second highest growth rate after natural gas.
RecycleBank: When Recycling Rewards You Waste collection seems at a first sight a business with little room for innovation. Instead, here we have from the US a fresh example of how a whole system can shift to a new economic model. It all starts from a simple question: if you got paid for it, would you recycle? RecycleBank thought you would and therefore initiated what is now a globally renown innovative garbage collection system.
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Using wind power and energy efficiency, Denmark plans to say goodbye forever to fossil fuel energy sources by 2050. Oil and gas heating will be prohibited. Copenhagen plans to become the world's first CO2-neutral capital city by 2025. 
Sustainable wine production is becoming more and more important for many wine producers and consumers alike. Waste water management plays a significant role here. For the vintner, conscious handling of water resources means considerable saving potential. 
Every night millions of people go to bed hungry. New genetic technology can help us feed the world by making inedible seeds more edible.
What are the differences between the two methods for building energy efficient housing? 
New program launching in September 2011 welcomes professionals and companies to bring in a sustainability challenge/project from the Zurich area.
Cities occupy only 2% of the worlds landmass, but produce 70% of its emissions. Maybemore people should think about following the Lammas' permaculture approach.Back to the land, with Ipod in hand - a very modern approach to sustainablebuilding. Back to the Land, with Ipod in Hand a very modern approach to sustainable building.
GES is proud to announce that from the end of April the hosting of our site will be switched to green.ch's new energy-efficient data server in Lupfig Zurich-West. 
With 80% of its population backing energy from sustainable sources, Germany is well on its way to achieving its goal of 100% renewable energy. However, nuclear energy producers still exert political pressure, refusing to let go of profits.
The Earth has a limited capability to supply resources and absorb pollution. A fundamental question faced by governments worldwide is how different economic activities influence the use of natural resources and the generation of pollution.
Making clothes can be a very dirty business: thousands of chemicals are used to turn raw materials into clothes. The manufacturing process is very energy-intensive, clothes transport is extensive worldwide... also, once bought, how an item is cared for and disposed of also is of crucial importance. No surprise that Eco fashion has risen from a trend into a big movement! BIODIVERSITY
Threats, initiatives and theories concerning the world's variety of plant and animal species and ecosystems
CLIMATE CHANGE
Global warming - its causes and effects, including glacier melting, theories, proposals, initiatives and latest happenings
ENERGY & RENEWABLES
Fossil fuels, renewable forms of energy, energy consumption, innovation in the field, threats and opportunities
INNOVATION
Innovative ideas, products, research and projects that promote sustainability or overcome environmental problems
INTERVIEWS
Individuals who are actively engaged in environmental issues, projects, business and science, give their side of the story
LIFESTYLE
Services and products on or about to appear on the market that are produced in a sustainable manner to enhance a "green" lifestyle
MOBILITY
Automobile, maritime and aerospace industries, innovation and trends in the field, research and development
PEOPLE
Find out more about contemporary and historical personalities who have made a difference to environmental thinking
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
What has and is being done in our community for our community towards the goal of a sustainable society
SUSTAINABILITY
How to harmonize the impact of development taking into consideration the limits of nature to provide resources to supply the increasing demand led by consumption patterns
WATER
Quality, problems, scarcity, distribution, conservation and health issues related to the management of this vital natural resource
