Environment

Environment
Analysis
Directly or indirectly, we all depend on forests
To stop deforestation for agricultural use, we need to transform the way we produce and consume food

Environment
7 good things humanity did to combat climate change in 2024
Despite the deluge of bleak environmental news, here are some examples of the positive climate progress we have made

Environment
Plant-based glitter outshines plastic alternatives
Glitter microplastics are commonly found in sewage sludge and wastewater, but a new sustainable glitter made from plant cellulose has been developed and has no impact on the environment

Environment
Frogs are amazing
Frogs are a vital but endangered part of Australia’s ecosystems. You can help protect them in your neighbourhood

Environment
Opinion
Are cheap plastics the new tobacco?
Understanding ‘tobacco tactics’ can help fight the global plastic waste crisis, because the reality is plastic production is growing faster than we can recycle it

Health & Medicine
The young people getting nature on prescription
The early results of a new trial on ‘nature prescribing’ show promise for helping young people with mild mental illness

Politics & Society
Who stewards the forests?
What happens to the biodiversity and communities whose lives depend on a piece of land when that land is acquired? A new book explores the limitations of environmental law in India

Business & Economics
Opinion
It’s time for boards to get serious about impact
While many corporate boards see the need to engage with environmental and social issues, they’re falling short on reforms that put people and the planet first

Politics & Society
‘Forcing’ workers into the office misses the point
In 2024, there is still a place for physical workspaces – but employers need to think carefully about when and how to use them

Environment
We can do more to restore our freshwater ecosystems
Stronger community participation and adaptive management of Australia’s waterways are crucial for meeting the UN’s ecosystem goals