What happens to a tennis ball after its final serve? Belgian artist and material researcher Mathilde Wittock has a winning answer: transform sporting waste into beautiful furniture and sound-absorbing designs. From the Tennis Court to the Drawing Board Millions of tennis balls are made to bounce but their useful lives on the court can be […]
Could a little-known metal help power a cleaner energy future? Thorium is attracting growing attention as scientists and engineers explore a new generation of nuclear reactors that could provide abundant, reliable, low-carbon energy. In 1828, Swedish chemist Jöns Jacob Berzelius discovered thorium, a light silver metal that is moderately soft, malleable, and has a high […]
Imagine a world where prosthetic limbs adapt perfectly to your body, where organs might one day be printed, fashion is made to order, and houses rise in days – not months – all while minimizing waste. That world is not science fiction. It’s being shaped now through advances in 3D printing, or additive manufacturing. Below […]
African architects are creating comfortable, low-carbon buildings that offer valuable lessons for a warming world. As temperatures continue to rise, architects across Africa are showing that staying cool doesn’t always require energy-hungry air conditioning. By combining centuries-old building traditions with modern engineering, they are creating climate-responsive architecture – buildings designed to work with nature rather […]
Social Entrepreneurs Are Turning Big Ideas into Global Impact At a time when climate disruption, inequality, and economic uncertainty dominate headlines, the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship offers a more hopeful story: one in which innovators are proving that business, social impact, and environmental stewardship can work together. Founded in 1998 by Klaus and Hilde […]
Today is the perfect day to celebrate biodiversity: it’s the International Day for Biological Diversity! But why should biodiversity matter to you? Here are five big reasons (according to our friends at Conservation International): The ecosystems we all rely on cannot survive and thrive without wildlife. Humans cannot stay healthy without intact biodiverse systems. It is […]
International Day of Plant Health: Protecting Plants, Protecting Life As you tend your vegetable garden, choose your vegetables and fruits, or prepare your meal, take some time to consider where your food comes from and what you can do to protect biodiversity to feed yourself, your family, and your community. Healthy Plants, Healthy Planet Today, […]
Retirement is often seen as a time for rest but for many older adults, it’s a new chapter of giving back. Across the globe, retirees are making significant contributions through mentoring and volunteering, enriching their communities and enhancing their own well-being. Global Contributions Retirees are increasingly central to community services, dedicating time to schools, hospitals, […]
The World of Pulses: Small Seeds, Big Achievements Who would have thought? Today, February 10, is World Pulses Day! The theme this year is: “Pulses of the world: from modesty to excellence.” But, really? A day to celebrate pulses? Yes, because, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), pulses play […]
Every year on May 10, the world observes the International Day of Argania, a United Nations-designated day that honors the argan tree (Argania spinosa) and its profound impact on humanity. This day not only celebrates a unique tree species but also highlights its role in sustainable development, cultural heritage, and environmental conservation. What is the […]
