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When green slowly turns dark green
A calm reflection on climate actions that, beneath a sustainable narrative, reveal social and environmental costs that cannot be ignored

Editorial Team SDG17
Dec 23, 20254 min read


Zambian teachers lead climate action in Kafue biosphere reserve
Empowering educators to protect biodiversity and build resilient communities

Editorial Team SDG13
Dec 20, 20253 min read


Red cross and red crescent scale back aid as crises grow
Funding cuts expose limits of global humanitarianism at a time of conflict climate shocks and displacement

Editorial Team SDG16
Dec 17, 20252 min read


When green energy becomes contested, downstream effects of withdrawing fossil fuel support
A shifting moment for global energy finance as governments reassess risk, security and sustainability

Editorial Team SDG7
Dec 16, 20254 min read


Older people slipping into dental poverty, a hidden crisis with visible consequences
When oral health is out of reach for the middle classes, the result is pain, isolation and a crisis in dignity

Joan Ubide
Dec 9, 20254 min read


Safeguarding the planet one acre at a time
How the World Land Trust empowers local communities to protect Earth’s most vital ecosystems

Editorial Team SDG15
Dec 8, 20252 min read


Philanthropist Saad Kassis-Mohamed announces early childhood support
Early, practical support to strengthen childhood development and community wellbeing across Armenia

Editorial Team SDG10
Dec 3, 20252 min read


Chef José Andrés: from tapas pioneer to humanitarian food advocate
Tracing his early culinary journey in Spain and the United States before global recognition.

Editorial Team SDG2
Nov 26, 20253 min read


Snow and avalanche research for the sustainable protection of people and nature
Advancing safer mountain environments and strengthening protection for communities and nature

Petra Fritz
Nov 22, 20257 min read


Children at the heart of cities shaping urban futures that work for all
A global alliance is redefining how cities grow by putting children’s wellbeing and voices at the centre of urban development

Editorial Team SDG11
Nov 21, 20253 min read


Thai community waste banks demonstrate how local ingenuity can transform rubbish into a valuable resource
Grass-roots recycling networks reveal how Thai communities are reshaping consumption and circular economy norms

Editorial Team SDG12
Nov 15, 20253 min read


Concrete on demand: 3D-printed homes are reshaping housebuilding
From prototypes to communities, automated concrete printing edges toward the mainstream, with NGOs proving real-world value

Editorial Team SDG9
Nov 14, 20255 min read


Animals that teach and heal: how integrating animal-assisted interventions in education and healthcare enhances quality of life
The growing evidence shows that structured interaction with animals benefits children, patients, older adults and students alike, improving wellbeing, learning and emotional resilience

Editorial Team SDG3
Nov 11, 20254 min read


Solar surge in Africa promises and pitfalls of a greener economy
Rising panel imports point to momentum, yet capital costs, skills gaps and supply chain control will decide who really benefits

Editorial Team SDG7
Nov 6, 20254 min read


Between respect and curiosity: the dilemma of uncontacted tribes
Respecting isolation as a choice, not a loss, challenges our idea of progress and reminds us what it truly means to be human

Joan Ubide
Oct 31, 20252 min read


Global food waste crisis deepens as billions of meals are discarded daily
More than a billion tonnes of food are wasted worldwide, exposing vast inefficiencies from farm to fork

Editorial Team SDG2
Oct 25, 20253 min read


Pratham’s quiet education revolution transforming learning for children
How a grassroots approach and evidence-based innovation are redefining access to quality education across India

Editorial Team SDG4
Oct 15, 20253 min read


The clean cooking promise risks stalling as finance lags behind pledges
Bold targets for universal access confront weak disbursement, affordability gaps and fragile supply chains

Editorial Team SDG10
Oct 10, 20253 min read


Green My Experience and Innovate for Impact 2025: shaping sustainable business for the future
Why changing habits, embracing innovation, and integrating climate strategies make companies stronger and more resilient

Editorial Team SDG13
Oct 7, 20253 min read


Concern Worldwide’s enduring fight against hunger and poverty
From famine relief to climate resilience, the organisation continues to reshape humanitarian response

Editorial Team SDG2
Oct 1, 20253 min read


Join Clean Coasts’ Big Beach Clean 2025 and take action against marine litter
A nationwide clean-up invites volunteers to protect coasts, support global goals, and drive meaningful environmental change

Editorial Team SDG11
Sep 19, 20252 min read


Empowering migrant workers to organise and defend their rights in global supply chains
Building solidarity and accountability in industries reliant on migrant labour

Editorial Team SDG8
Sep 17, 20253 min read


First direct air capture plant opens in Kielce as Europe tests carbon removal
Solar-powered pilot captures 500 tons of CO₂ annually and positions Poland within Europe’s climate technology debate

Editorial Team SDG13
Sep 17, 20253 min read


Renewables bring light, jobs, and hope to poor countries
Clean energy can fight poverty, cut costs, and create jobs where traditional power grids fail

Editorial Team SDG7
Sep 15, 20253 min read
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