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Antarctic icebergs a source of freshwater

As the world’s population increases over the next 50 years, demand for water will increase dramatically: by 2030 global water demand...
Robert C. Brears
3 min read

Resource efficiency and the water-energy nexus

Under the Europe 2020 Strategy for smart, sustainable and inclusive growth, the Flagship Initiative for achieving a resource-efficient Europe aims to...
Robert C. Brears
1 min read

Europe: Phosphorous recovery and global food security

By 2050, the world will require 60 percent more food produce as a result of rapid population growth and changing diets:...
Robert C. Brears
2 min read

Australian airport a national leader in water management

Canberra’s airport is a national leader in water management with a dedicated campaign to reduce water use across the airport and...
Robert C. Brears
1 min read

The Netherlands ordered to reduce greenhouse gases

In a landmark ruling, the Hague District Court has ruled that the State must take more action to reduce greenhouse gas...
Robert C. Brears
1 min read

France: Cracking down on food waste through severe penalties

The French National Assembly has passed legislation banning supermarkets from throwing away or destroying unsold food. Instead, supermarkets must donate it...
Robert C. Brears
1 min read

San Francisco’s bold and risqué water strategy

San Francisco’s Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) has launched its successful bold and risqué water conservation advertisements for the second year in...
Robert C. Brears
1 min read

Amsterdam’s renewable energy aspirations

Amsterdam has launched its Sustainability Agenda for renewable energy, clean air, a circular economy and a climate-resilient city. Amsterdam’s citizens and...
Robert C. Brears
2 min read

New York protecting its most valuable natural resource

New York City has launched its One New York plan for a strong and just city in terms of social, economic...
Robert C. Brears
2 min read

Water efficiency critical for future energy demand

By 2050, the world’s economy will be four times its current size. While it will result in a less than proportional...
Robert C. Brears
1 min read