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This new biodegradable film could save 20 per cent on energy bills

A new biodegradable film developed by scientists in China and Australia could slash building energy use by up to 20 per cent and keep surfaces up to 9.2C cooler without using any electricity, according to a new study.

25/06/2025 The Independent

The Netherlands returns 119 stolen sculptures to Nigeria

The Benin Bronzes were artefacts stolen during the UK's imperial plunder of Benin, modern-day southern Nigeria.

21/06/2025 Al Jazeera

Common vegetable extract found to remove most microplastics from water

Researchers say plant extracts work significantly better than commercially available synthetic polymers used in wastewater treatment

19/06/2025 The Independent

In rural Alaska, a village turns to solar and biomass energies to cut diesel and save money

On a former military base in Galena, Alaska, a school that houses about 200 high school students teaches sustainability among many things

18/06/2025 The Independent

Global media giants unite to dispel the myth of climate indifference

Most voters want bold climate policy, but politicians often don’t realise it. The 89 Percent Project is designed to make that public support impossible to ignore

17/06/2025 Positive News

Could this city be the model for how to tackle the housing crisis and climate change?

Vienna has a way to make affordable housing and combat climate change all at the same time. Now U.S. cities want in, and they're building their own green housing.

15/06/2025 NPR

Can lab-made blood make up for global shortages?

Many countries lack blood donors. The quest to create an artificial, lab-made blood type that could make up for supply shortages is extremely difficult. But there are some technologies that offer hope.

13/06/2025 Deutsche Welle

Copenhagen is adapting to a warmer world with rain tunnels and 'sponge parks'

Copenhagen is expected to receive 30% more rainfall by the end of the century. The city is responding with a massive long-term adaptation plan.

13/06/2025 NPR

What went right this week: the good news that matters

The world got 10 new marine reserves, a ‘shameful’ law was axed, and Positive News won an award, plus more

13/06/2025 Positive News

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