Sustainable development

Climate change

Nigeria Launches Landmark Net-Zero Nature-Positive (NZNP) Project to Promote Climate Resilience and Inclusive Development

The Nigerian government has launched a landmark initiative, the Net-Zero Nature-Positive (NZNP) Project, aimed at promoting climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and inclusive development. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, Director of Forestry, Federal Ministry of Environment, Halima Bawa-Bwari, emphasized that the project places social equity at its core, empowering women,

Climate change

Deep-Sea Mining Finance: Balancing Investment Risks, Environmental Responsibility, and Financial Opportunities

Researchers from the University of Moratuwa have emphasized the need for innovative financial frameworks to balance economic opportunities and ecological risks in deep-sea mining (DSM). This study aimed to advance sustainable DSM financing by addressing market fluctuations, legal uncertainties, and geopolitical factors. The research proposed a holistic strategy integrating technological

Climate change

Sustainability Research Reveals Key Strategies for Transforming Agri-food Systems

Researchers from the University of Jinan have discovered that agri-food systems are responsible for 19-29% of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, escalating climate vulnerability and impeding sustainable progress. To address this issue, they have developed strategies for transforming these systems toward low-carbon, circular bioeconomy models through green innovation and policy support.

Climate change

Hard-to-Reach Areas in Bangladesh: Challenges and Opportunities for Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Services

Almost universal access to basic drinking water has been achieved in Bangladesh, but progress towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is uneven, particularly in hard-to-reach areas. Extreme poverty, geographical isolation, and climate change exacerbate the challenges faced by these communities. The National Strategy for Water and Sanitation Development in Hard-to-Reach