Ecology

The impact of liquefied natural gas on the environment is far greater than that of coal, with a special emphasis on methane emissions during transport and extraction

The impact of liquefied natural gas on the ...

Liquefied natural gas leaves a larger carbon footprint than previously thought, according to new research. The biggest issue is the methane emissions during extraction and transport, which further exacerbates its impact on climate change

Valamar

Valamar's initiative 'Easy as one, two, tree' ...

Valamar launches a significant donation campaign 'Easy as One, Two, Tree' for reforestation in Croatia, during which more than 10,000 trees will be planted. This campaign, which involves active guest participation, breaks all records and contributes to nature conservation, highlighting the importance of community in environmental preservation

HGSS station Gospić successfully cleaned the underwater world of Pag as part of the Green Belt 2024 program and removed six cubic meters of waste

HGSS station Gospić successfully cleaned the ...

The Croatian Mountain Rescue Service, Gospić Station, participated in the environmental action of cleaning the underwater of the island of Pag within the Green Belt 2024 program, removing a significant amount of waste and contributing to the preservation of the environment.

How coastal cities around the world are adapting their infrastructures to climate change with a focus on increasing resilience to floods, storms and sea level rise

How coastal cities around the world are ...

Coastal cities face serious threats from climate change. Sea level rise, extreme weather conditions and flooding require urgent infrastructure adjustments to reduce risks to the population and economy.

Innovative plastic waste recycling process converts polyethylene and polypropylene into chemical building blocks, enabling a circular economy

Innovative plastic waste recycling process ...

Scientists at the University of California, Berkeley, have developed a catalytic process that effectively breaks down polyethylene and polypropylene, allowing for the recycling of waste into new plastic materials and significantly reducing the need for fossil fuels

Nature-based solutions proven economically effective in reducing risk of natural disasters such as floods, hurricanes, heatwaves, and landslides

Nature-based solutions proven economically ...

Research shows that nature-based solutions, such as wetland restoration and green roofs, are cost-effective in reducing disaster risk and provide additional ecological and socioeconomic benefits, although their advantages are often underestimated