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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
Physicians call for justice on environmental health impacts
The American College of Physicians (ACP) calls for action on environmental health threats that disproportionately affect the marginalized.
Hawaiian plant, thought extinct, now thrives at secret site
Hawaiian conservationists say rediscovery of Delissea is a message of hope amid the loss of species, forest, and sacred indigenous spaces.
Pregnancy study finds climate disaster affects those not yet born
Stress during pregnancy affects mental health development in the child. A new study reports the impacts of climate-related disaster exposure.
‘Enhanced weathering’ to trap CO2 may harm peat soils
It's hoped that adding basalt rock to peat soils may boost CO2 absorption and improve crop yields. New research suggests it may not work.
U.S. looks at how to convert coal power plants to nuclear
The U.S. Department of Energy says coal-to-nuclear (C2N) conversion at existing or retired coal plants would reduce emissions and boost jobs.
Europe’s defense forces are stepping up climate plans
From energy and supply chain worries to extreme storms, climate threats are a growing defense concern for Europe and its military allies.