Environmental Protection

Introduction As cryptocurrencies continue to reshape global finance, their environmental toll remains a flashpoint of contention. Bitcoin, relying on the energy-intensive Proof of Work (PoW) mechanism, exemplifies this challenge. In 2025, mining operations consumed around 173 TWh of electricity, comparable to Australia's annual usage, while emitting approximately 39.8 million tonnes of CO₂—on par with Slovakia's emissions . This surge stems...

Enzyme-based plastic recycling represents a cutting-edge approach to tackling one of humanity's most pressing environmental crises: the relentless accumulation of plastic waste. By harnessing biologically engineered enzymes to depolymerize plastics into their basic building blocks, this technology aims to create a circular economy, reducing reliance on fossil fuel-derived virgin materials. Recent advancements, such as those from the University of...

The EPA's approach to regulating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water has undergone significant shifts in 2025, reflecting a complex interplay of science, law, and economics. Initially...

The rapid ascent of AI technologies has prompted urgent regulatory responses worldwide, with the European Union leading through its comprehensive AI Act, while the United States grapples with a...

Indigenous peoples have long been recognized as vital stewards of the planet's biodiversity, drawing on ancestral wisdom to maintain ecological balance. According to key data, they manage or own...

Reforestation stands as a vital weapon in the global arsenal against climate change, with Africa's Great Green Wall exemplifying ambitious, continent-wide action. As of 2025, this initiative seeks to...

Extinction debt represents a critical yet often overlooked aspect of biodiversity loss, where species extinctions are delayed following habitat degradation or loss. Coined to describe populations that persist temporarily...

Deep-sea mining has emerged as a flashpoint in global environmental discourse, driven by the demand for metals like nickel, cobalt, and manganese crucial for batteries and renewable technologies. Glencore,...

The Amazon's drought crisis has escalated dramatically, with 2023-2024 marking back-to-back extreme events that dried rivers to historic lows and sparked massive fires {2}. Scientific consensus, including a 2025...

Introduction The global stand-up paddleboard market is booming in 2025, valued at around USD 1.9 billion in 2024 and forecasted to reach USD 4.78 billion by 2033 at a CAGR...

Introduction Amazon's environmental narrative has evolved dramatically in recent years, driven by its Climate Pledge and a suite of initiatives aimed at reducing its colossal ecological footprint. Founded on commitments...