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Minerals treaty proposed by Colombia & Oman gets pushback at UN meeting

Plastic pollution requires urgent action, says author Judith Enck

What would this scientist tell Trump? Interview with Robert Watson, former chair of the IPCC

New report warns of mounting planetary crises — and pathways to hope

Deep-sea mining is a false solution to our challenges (commentary)

Bangladesh turns to nature for biodegradable plates to replace plastic ones

Our discarded phones each year can reach the moon… and back

How did Finland lead the pursuit of a circular economy? Mongabay podcast explores

UN report recommends ‘deep change’ theory to address global crises

EV supply chain & transport need redesign, Mongabay podcast shows

2 Mongabay podcasts shortlisted for 2025 Publisher Podcast Awards

How tires leave a long trail of destruction

Housing affordability through sustainability? Mongabay podcast explores

Chitwan city using Indo-Nepal wildlife corridor for waste dump

‘Degrowth’ gains a foothold in Barcelona and support internationally

Researchers make the case for shift from economic growth to human well-being within planetary limits

Fashion has a coal problem, but the solutions are electrifying (commentary)

Next-gen geothermal offers circular promise, but needs care and caution

Regifting and thrifting for sustainable holiday gift ideas

Coca-Cola cuts back on reusable plastic pledge

Researchers propose a ‘circular economy’ solution to housing affordability against climate change

No deal to curb plastic production as latest negotiations fizzle

Wristbands reveal nearly everyone is exposed to chemicals from plastic

As nations develop circular economy plans, Finland’s top expert shares how they lead the way

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Fixing EVs’ ecological and social problems needs circularity and transport redesign

Aluminum and steel vital to energy transition, but need circular solutions

Aluminum and steel take environment and health toll, even as demand grows

Biden-Harris Administration must strengthen position on plastic reduction treaty (commentary)

Most ‘compostable’ bioplastics are anything but, says new report

Using immersive media to strengthen support for the environment: An interview with Wendy Schmidt

Bioplastics as toxic as regular plastics; both need regulation, say researchers

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