Circular economy is number one priority of European Green Deal

The circular economy, including new waste and recycling laws, will represent “half” of the EU’s effort to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and will be erected as “the number one...

How to protect yourself from cold waether

Excessive cold can pose a threat to health, especially for the elderly and people with chronic illnesses. Here is a guide to protect yourself from cold weather. When the...

Dogs help fight depression and loneliness

The bond between a pet and its owner is special and goes beyond company. In many cases he becomes a family member, loved and pampered and able to reciprocate...

Almost all G20 countries are failing their Paris Agreement

Carbon emissions from the world’s 20 biggest economies are rising. None of the G20 countries have plans that will put them on track to limit global warming to 1.5°C, despite the fact...

A spray instead of plastic: a new invention from Portugal

A spray instead of plastic. This is the idea developed by a team of scientists from the Politecnico di Bragança (CIMO) who invented a product capable of replacing the classic plastic...

Vaia, a startup gives new life to fallen trees by creating design objects

A year ago, 42 million trees were torn down by the storm Vaia. Its impact on the area was devastating. Today, recovering that wood becomes of paramount importance for the support...