NBFC at Expo 2025: Bridging Biodiversity, Nutrition, and Health

June 22, the National Biodiversity Future Center (NBFC) participated in Expo 2025 Osaka with a compelling event titled “ONE HEALTH – From Food to Longevity: Scientific Approaches to Health and Sustainability” . Hosted under clear Japanese skies, the gathering explored the vital interconnections between nutrition, biodiversity, and human well-being, showcasing Italy’s pioneering approach to the One … Read more

EVA Biosystems. A Smarter Plastic to Go Green

EVA Biosystems, an Edinburgh-based start-up, is pioneering advances in sustainable materials through the innovative application of synthetic biology. Founded in 2021 by Dr Alexander Speakman, the company’s mission is to address the escalating problem of plastic pollution by developing bioplastics that retain the beneficial properties of traditional plastics while offering improved environmental compatibility. The core … Read more

Veganuary 2025: how brands are shaping a greener future

As January 2025 is coming to an end, Veganuary has once again inspired millions worldwide to explore plant-based eating. Veganuary is an annual challenge run by the British non-profit organisation of the same name, that promotes and educates the vegan lifestyle by encouraging people to follow a vegan diet for the month of January. This … Read more

“If you don’t care, you’re screwed”: the campaign by Erion WEEE

Erion WEEE, a company specialising in the management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, recently launched a bold awareness campaign titled “Se te ne fotti sei fottuto” (roughly translated “If you don’t care, you’re screwed”). The intention of this initiative is to provide the public with information on the correct disposal of WEEE and to … Read more

Ohoskin: Luxury from Sicilian citrus and cactus scraps

In the heart of Sicily, a region celebrated for its vibrant landscapes and rich agricultural traditions, Ohoskin is a startup with a revolutionary vision: to transform the byproducts of local agriculture into a luxurious, sustainable alternative to animal leather. By making use of the plentiful resources of orange peels and prickly pear leaves, Ohoskin has … Read more

#BiteSizedChange: Young advocates for Sustainable Food Systems

In a world increasingly aware of environmental challenges and social injustices, young voices are rising to advocate for sustainable and fair food systems. The #BiteSizedChange campaign by Young Fair Trade Advocates (YFTAs) is a dynamic initiative aiming to spotlight the role of youth in transforming the European Union’s (EU) food policies ahead of the 2024 … Read more

Sungai Design: From River Plastic to One-of-a-kind Products

Social media are filled with videos where trash is washing up Bali’s beaches and rivers. This is mostly an annual phenomenon that takes place during the wet season. However, most of the plastic doesn’t come from Bali itself – it comes from the ocean. To deal with the phenomenon, the government and the local communities … Read more

Sustainability of AI? (Don’t) ask ChatGPT

Launched in November 2022, ChatGPT has for sure made various daily tasks easier, especially in the workplace. People use it write emails, reports, presentations, business plans drafts, and even articles (not this one, though!). However, have you ever wondered what is the environmental impact of ChatGPT performing a simple task? In fact, the hidden environmental … Read more

“What’s Cooking”: the new UNEP report on animal agriculture rumbles during COP28

After years of careful wording and even censorship on communicating the real impact of animal agriculture on the planet, UNEP is finally taking a stronger stance. On December 8th, the UNEP published “What’s Cooking”, a report that focuses specifically on the potential alternative proteins, which include plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-derived meat. Animal-source foods (ASF) contribute … Read more

Liter of life: the open source technology serving people

Linked to fundamental rights and human dignity, (unlimited) access to electricity is still today a prerogative of developed countries, while many areas in the global south have none. Liter of Light is a global, grassroots movement committed to providing affordable, sustainable solar light to people with limited or no access to electricity. Developed in the … Read more