Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss

International Day for Biological Diversity 2026, celebrated under the theme “Acting locally for global impact”, highlights how local actions and community-led efforts can drive meaningful global pr

This article reviews climate-smart forestry (CSF) as an integrated approach that combines climate mitigation and adaptation strategies in forest management while balancing ecological, economic, and social objectives. It examines key implementation strategies, policy frameworks, and challenges in adopting CSF practices globally to enhance forest resilience and carbon sequestration.
The paper finds that managed aquifer recharge (MAR) is a promising strategy for sustainable groundwater management but is not clearly addressed within existing EU water policies, creating legal and administrative barriers. It recommends policy reforms to explicitly recognize MAR, harmonize regulations, and improve monitoring, licensing, and the use of reclaimed water across Member States.
Elsevier, Environmental Science and Ecotechnology, Volume 31, May 2026
This cutting-edge engineering study proposes innovative symbiosis between data centers and wastewater treatment plants (using treated effluent for cooling and heat recovery), demonstrating how emerging AI infrastructure can dramatically lower its carbon footprint (estimated annual reduction of ~84 Mt CO? eq) while addressing water stress—providing a practical technological solution for climate mitigation in a rapidly growing sector.

The UN Conference on the Human Environment 1972 in Stockholm marked the beginning of a global awareness of the interdependence between people, other living species and our planet, as well as the es

Analysis on the link between biodiversity conservation, energy transition, and external financial support
A man working on a laptop that is placed on a brown wooden desk.  On the screen is the COP 30 special issue title.

In this round up of 2025, we share the Special Collections published throughout the year to mark key UN observation days and events.

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In this article, Estelle Dehon KC of Cornerstone Barristers examines seven key takeaways from COP30 and what they signal going forward.

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Latest insights on Nature and Biodiversity from Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week's Advisory Committee.

This review follows the evolution of seed science with a forward-looking view on using AI-based methodologies to improve seed innovation. In doing so, the authors hope to reduce the threats to food security from climate change.

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