What’s the Catch?
In his article “The Tragedy of the Commons”, ecologist Garrett Hardin argues that a jointly-held resource is destined to be over-exploited rather than preserved in order to serve the self-interest… Read More »What’s the Catch?
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Reinventing a bulk in sale
Nowadays, it’s a challenge to go into the supermarket and try to buy products that are not genetically modified, products that do not carry a huge social responsibility, and, on… Read More »Reinventing a bulk in sale
Victory for environmentalists as Hidroaysén dams are rejected in Chile
After 8 years of protests against plans to build 5 large hydro-electric power plants along the Baker and Pascua rivers in the Aysén Region in Chile, the $8 billion Hidroaysén… Read More »Victory for environmentalists as Hidroaysén dams are rejected in Chile
One Man’s Trash is Another Man’s Treasure
With landfills bursting at the rim and pollution filling our oceans and rivers, a huge amount of reusable materials are being thrown away in an ever growing global disregard for… Read More »One Man’s Trash is Another Man’s Treasure
Why is the electric car stalling in Germany?
Transportation in the EU is responsible for more than a fifth of all its green house gas emissions. Several European countries have announced bold plans to introduce electric vehicles (EVs) on… Read More »Why is the electric car stalling in Germany?
The Human Cost of Fast Fashion – Rana Plaza
With the 1st anniversary of the Rana Plaza disaster recently passing, it’s important to look at the progress being made within the Bangladesh garment industry. Despite worldwide public shock at… Read More »The Human Cost of Fast Fashion – Rana Plaza
How is Spain reacting to the latest IPCC report?
Marta Ramírez Hernández. Dip. Chemist and Master student of Sustainability and Quality Management. | spanish version -> The latest report from the IPCC once again warns us on the effects… Read More »How is Spain reacting to the latest IPCC report?
Making Waves in the Tidal Power Industry
As part of the Climate Change Act, the UK government are working towards an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. At present, however, only 4.2% of power used… Read More »Making Waves in the Tidal Power Industry