Biodiversity Loss

Unmasking Maritime Pollution’s Depths The global shipping industry, while vital for international trade and economic growth, significantly contributes to chemical pollution in our oceans and atmosphere. This pollution extends far beyond the visible oil spills that often capture headlines. It encompasses a complex mixture of air pollutants, greenhouse gases, and water contaminants, with far-reaching consequences for both environmental and human health. ...

Introduction Food security is a fundamental requirement for human well-being and societal stability. The 1996 World Food Summit defined it as the state where “all people, at all times, have physical and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life”.1 This definition underscores the importance of not just having enough food, but also having access to the right kinds of food to support health and well-being. Indeed, food and nutrition security are indispensable for both physical and mental well-being, playing a crucial role in overall human development.2 Furthermore, food security is intricately linked to social stability, as its absence can exacerbate social unrest and conflict.3 ...