As humans, we can do almost anything we put our minds to, but we can't make soil. Our soils have developed over millions of years of erosion with the support of millions of species. From moles and mites to the microscopic, soils are not only full of life - they make life! And yet human activity is
Adopting to the lowest pollution levels can save Europe's air. Besides protecting the environment, this simple solution can save up to 37,000 lives and 103? billions in taxpayer money every year. Adapting Europe's most polluting industry to lower pollution standards is a once-in-a-generation
ROME, May 18 (IPS) - Once the money-making businesses have turned Asia and Africa into their low-cost factories, to produce and market at higher prices their clothes and footwear, obtaining more profits by selling to these two continents around 90% of all their used and textiles waste.