📈 Human Progress
In the last decades humanity has made great progress with less extreme poverty, increased health, wealth and democracy. We follow in the tradition of professor Hans Rosling.
🐢 The world's smallest sea turtles hatch for the first time in 75 years
For the first time in 75 years, endangered sea turtles have hatched on a chain of islands off Louisiana.
🐼 A glimpse of hope when an endangered red panda cub is born
The Paradise Wildlife park in the UK welcomed the birth of a red panda cub on July 16th. The cub is a symbol of hope for the endangered species.
🌾 Ethanol-treated soil protects plants against drought
New Japanese study shows that pre-treatment of soil with ethanol gives plants very effective protection against drought. The method is relatively cheap and can be used to help plants survive future dry periods.
💡 Optimist's Edge: Africa's fast track to prosperity
Africa is on the rise. A large, young, well-educated middle class is emerging that gives the continent enormous development potential. The future lies in new technology and sharpened agriculture.
♻ Swedish record in recycling
For the tenth year in a row, the amount of packaging we recycle in Sweden is increasing.
🌾 Intensive vanilla farming and biodiversity conservation
In Madagascar, scientists have found that vanilla farming helped boost the number of species found on land which was previously cleared for agricultural use.
🤝 Who inspires you to do good?
Why should we take for granted that evil is an obvious feature of the world? Why not at least dream of, and strive for, a better world?
🌳 Indigenous groups to save Amazon together with government
Communities in the Amazon together with NGO’s and local governments are teaming up to save and protect Ecuador’s rainforest.
🪸 Increased coral coverage on the Great Barrier Reef
Since the Australian Institute of Marine Science began monitoring the Great Barrier Reef 36 years ago, both the northern and central reef have shown the highest amount of coral cover.