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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
IPBES issues call to action with new invasive species report
The IBPES says invasive species have played a major role in 60% of extinctions, with global costs of more than US$423 billion in 2019.
Solar can shift Africa away from risky hydropower reliance
Africans have invested in hydropower but drought makes it risky, and a new study from Italy finds solar and wind are a better bet.
In Ecuador, a historic vote shuts down Amazon oil expansion
For nearly 20 years, activists sought to protect Ecuador's rainforest and its people from oil extraction. On Sunday, they won.
Jordan’s tanker water reliance is emblematic of a global crisis
A new study finds 91% of Jordan's tanker water is illegally sourced. It fills gaps in public utility access but adds to climate impacts.
Clean-energy lawn mowers are taking over the landscape
Gas-powered lawn mowers still account for most machines, but the use of clean next-gen electric mowers is on the rise.
Walmart banks on fashion made with Rubi’s captured carbon
Twins Neeka and Leila Mashouf invented a way to make fabric from captured carbon. Walmart and other brands want to make zero-carbon clothes.