Science and Discovery

Sustainability

2 articles

Abstract landscape blending financial charts with natural elements, symbolizing the challenge of natural capital accounting.

Embracing uncertainty in natural capital accounting

Thirty-three countries now compile environmental accounts, yet many risk generating "meaningless numbers" and eroding trust in policy decisions.

Marcus Cole·June 2, 2026

Delegates at a global summit appear frustrated as plastic waste covers their negotiation table, symbolizing the stalled talks on a plastics treaty.

Global plastics treaty talks stall, highlighting enforcement challenges

The global effort to curb plastic pollution just hit a major roadblock.

Aram Sarkisian·June 2, 2026