Tag Archives: Resources

Health and environment: Planetary Health Diet (PHD) and Mediterranean diet equivalent

By | April 7, 2025

Two plant-based diets have been linked to similar survival benefits and low environmental impact: the Planetary Health Diet (PHD) and the Mediterranean diet. This is according to research presented on April 4 at the European Society of Cardiology's (ESC) Preventive Cardiology 2025 scientific congress. The fact that diet significantly contributes to mortality from cardiovascular disease… Read more »

The recycling potential of wind turbines – interview, background and commentary

By | March 28, 2025

Wind energy is an essential component of the energy transition and thus a key driver of Germany's sustainability strategy up to 2045. However, around a third of Germany's wind turbines have already exceeded their intended lifespan and, according to the German Wind Energy Association (Fachagentur Wind und Energie), are nearing the end of their service life. Fabian Rechsteiner is a recycling expert for composite materials at the Fraunhofer IGCV, the research institute for innovative technologies in the... Read more »

Brazilian rainforest to grow again thanks to training programs

By | January 10, 2025

The rainforest on Brazil's east coast is not only exceptionally biodiverse but also massively threatened. Brazilian legislation therefore mandates its reforestation. To support this effort, TH Cologne and the local environmental organization REGUA have been developing training courses for diverse local target groups since the beginning of 2024 – with success: More than 130 certificates have been issued so far. The Brazilian Atlantic… Read more »