Marthe De Ferrer

Green News

Conspiracy theorists are setting snow on fire ‘to prove it’s not real’

As massive snowstorms devastate parts of the US, some social media users are trying to claim the weather is a hoax.

24/02/2021

Eco-Innovation

This 139-year-old house was wheeled through San Francisco

The Englander House moved six blocks in six hours with thousands watching the extraordinary process.

22/02/2021

Nature

Tourist selfies could be spreading COVID-19 to endangered gorillas

New research from Oxford Brookes University studied Instagram posts from great ape trekking travellers.

17/02/2021

Nature

A census of sea slugs is helping scientists to track climate change

Researchers in Australia are counting nudibranchs in a bid to better understand global warming.

15/02/2021

Destinations

India launches new push for domestic travel to revive tourism

Fancy seeing the Taj Mahal? Thanks to the new Dekho Apna Desh initiative, the Indian government may reward you for it.

13/02/2021

Green News

Euroviews. View: We’re all to blame for China and India’s ‘filthy’ CO2 emissions

Yes, China is the world's biggest emitter of carbon dioxide - but have you ever considered why that is?

06/02/2021

Green News

France found guilty of climate inaction in 'historic victory'

A Paris court has ruled that France is guilty of not meeting commitments to curb emissions in a groundbreaking lawsuit.

03/02/2021

Nature

Scientists have taught spinach to send emails

It sounds too weird to be true, but engineers at MIT have developed nanotechnology which can be embedded in plants.

01/02/2021

Green News

Stop the selfie: Photos with monkeys may be driving illegal pet trade

The IUCN has issued guidance asking celebrity scientists to stop posing for photos with primates.

25/01/2021

Green News

What does extreme motor racing have to do with Greenland's ice caps?

Extreme E is heading to the Arctic this year, using electric off-road racing to support environmental issues.

22/01/2021

Green News

What is the new US Vice President's environmental background?

Kamala Harris makes history today as the first woman to ever be VP, but she has interesting climate credentials too.

20/01/2021

Green News

What could a Biden-Harris administration mean for the planet?

After running the most environmental presidential campaign in history, we consider Biden's eco credentials.

20/01/2021

Living

Greta Thunberg makes history in stamp form

Sweden has commemorated the teenager activist as part of its new environmental stamp collection.

15/01/2021

Living

Swamped with sprouts? Our guide to fighting Christmas leftover waste

From curry to pasties, here's how you can help the planet (and your wallet) by putting food waste to good use.

26/12/2020

Travel News

Café de Paris fans ‘gutted’ after iconic London venue shuts for good

The legendary nightclub which once played host to Judy Garland and Frank Sinatra, has been decimated by Covid-19.

21/12/2020

Green News

The best eco-friendly Christmas gifts for under €200

If you are looking to sustainably splash out on someone this year, we've got you covered.

14/12/2020

Living

Eco-friendly Christmas gifts for kids and people with kids

The best sustainable presents for the little ones - and people with little ones - in your life.

04/12/2020

Green News

What is Remembrance Day for Lost Species and why does it matter?

Award-winning writers, actors and creatives are coming together to mourn animals already lost to extinction.

30/11/2020

Living

The brands taking a stand against Black Friday's damaging mission

The mindless consumption Black Friday promotes is furthering the exploitation of workers and hurting our planet.

26/11/2020

Green News

Ultra-rare rhino birth is caught on camera at Chester Zoo

The new calf is a major milestone for her species, as there are fewer than 1,000 eastern black rhinos left on earth.

16/11/2020