All posts by Laureen Fagan
Laureen is a freelance journalist creating high-quality, informed content on international affairs, politics and technology. She is trained in conflict resolution and diversity, and has special interests in science and medical reporting, and culture and religion issues.
laureen (at) sustainability-times.com
laureen (at) sustainability-times.com
Europe’s reliance on Russia must speed up energy transition
The catastrophic Russia-Ukraine conflict has led to sweeping economic sanctions from Europe and the United States, but now that placing pressure on Moscow involves a ban on Russian fossil fuels, it’s also sparked a renewed sense of urgency among Europeans
Book on climate, human behavior calls for focus on people
Authors of a new book on how heat stress and extreme weather affect the human brain are calling for action to limit violence and conflict.
Forensic DNA tests offer new tool to fight illegal ivory trade
New DNA research shows how forensic experts can connect the dots within the illegal ivory trade, and make a better case to protect wildlife.
Harvard study links fracking to early death risk for seniors
Fracking has long been opposed by climate activists. Now, a new study links pollution from fracking to early death risk in the elderly.
Marine aquaculture has a key role in limiting CO2 emissions
New research looks at how to limit CO2 emissions from marine aquaculture, a key source of food and other products like shells.
Owl wing design may limit noise of planes, wind turbines
Chinese scientists report that designs based on the unique aerodynamic features of owl wings may lead to reductions in noise pollution.