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| newsCOP29: Breakthrough for agreement on UN-supervised carbon market
Although the COP29 climate summit ended amidst heavy criticism, one important milestone was achieved: the approval of standards for a UN-supervised greenhouse gas market under Article Six of the Paris Agreement. After years of delays, the agreement marks a turning point, writes Kenneth Möllersten, senior researcher and expert on international climate policy.
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| pressreleaseLocation key to how much air pollution children are exposed to
Where and how preschools are located in cities is a key factor in determining how much harmful air pollution the preschool children are exposed to. Even small differences in location within the same area can increase exposure to air pollution by as much as 25 per cent, new research shows.
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| newsResearch into green, sustainable chemistry attracts greater international interest
Over the past four years, the IVL-led research programme Mistra SafeChem has made great progress in reducing exposure to substances hazardous to humans and the environment. The second phase of the programme is now under way, generating increased international interest.
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| pressreleaseAccess to clean water in focus as IVL expands internationally
Access to clean water and sustainable sanitation solutions are in focus as IVL strengthens its international operations. About 20 experts currently working with water, sanitation, and hygiene at the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) are transferring to IVL through an acquisition.
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| pressreleaseInnovative urban farming techniques tested in collaboration with restaurant
In collaboration with the Stockholm restaurant Urban Deli, IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute and KTH Food are launching a project to promote circular food production in urban environments. The project explores innovative technologies that can transform urban residual flows into food-producing resources.
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