MEPs Pascal Canfin (RENEW) and César Luena (S&D) co-hosted an event in the European Parliament, focusing on the EU Nature Restoration Law.

Businesses increasingly recognize their vital role in transitioning to a resilient, net-zero, nature-positive economy. They understand that nature restoration is key to EU resilience, offering significant socio-economic benefits, including sustainable jobs, recreation, and broader health improvements.

Organized by CLG Europe under the Green Growth Partnership, the event convened EU decision-makers, leading businesses, and NGOs. Discussions centered on how the Law addresses the dual climate and nature crisis, while also providing economic opportunities like high-quality jobs and new sector growth. Ursula Woodburn, Director of the European Corporate Leaders Group, moderated.

This episode explores making food nature-positive and tackling plastic pollution. We delve into Natoora's seasonal produce, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and WWF's plastic treaty recommendations, and the circular economy's "regenerate" principle. We also premiere a new podcast series on the Big Food Redesign and answer your food questions.

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Sao Paulo, Brazil, is transforming its food system through circular design, creating products that support biodiversity, preserve forests, and improve the quality of life for farmers and communities.

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Join us to see how Sao Paulo, Brazil, is transforming its food system through circular design. This approach creates products that support biodiversity, local biomes, and forest preservation, improving the quality of life for farmers and communities.

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The Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-23) will be held from June 5-8, 2023, in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, at the Tonino Lamborghini Convention Center.

This event will facilitate discussions on "Regulation for a sustainable digital future."

Learn more about the program and register to participate at itu.int/gsr23.

The Big Food Redesign Challenge, launched May 24, 2023, by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and Sustainable Food Trust, invites businesses and innovators to develop nature-positive food products. This initiative offers FMCGs, SMEs, and startups opportunities for pre-competitive collaboration, expert support, and significant showcase potential, including retail space. Discover more at www.bigfoodredesign.org.

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The Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-23) will be held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, from June 5-8, 2023, at the Tonino Lamborghini Convention Center.

Join the conversation on "Regulation for a sustainable digital future." Learn more about the program and register now.

Visit itu.int/gsr23 for details.

The Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-23) will be held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, from 5 to 8 June 2023 at the Tonino Lamborghini Convention Center.

Join the conversation on "Regulation for a sustainable digital future." Register and learn more at itu.int/gsr23.

Mushrooms, with their dazzling array of colors and forms, are the temporary fruiting bodies of a larger fungal network. Join local expert Chris May to explore Arizona's diverse fungal world, learning about edible species, those to avoid, and how to appreciate the fungi all around us.

A former Arizona Mushroom Society president, Chris May is a NAMA-designated mushroom identifier and a member of its Toxicology Committee. Passionate about fungi since 2012, he consults on suspected mushroom poisonings and has safely identified 88 different species in Arizona.

Gabriela Braun, Director at Working Well, emphasizes the importance of understanding human nature's nuances, especially within a workplace setting.

For more insights from her talk, access the full discussion here: Ourselves at Work with Gabriella Braun.

Ali Moore from RELondon (formerly London Waste and Recycling Board) discusses their work advancing London's circular economy. They collaborate with government, businesses, and citizens, promoting initiatives like 'Eat Like a Londoner' to reduce food waste and encourage plant-rich diets.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, develops and promotes the circular economy concept: designed to eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials, and regenerate nature.

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Pronghorn, often called "speed goats" or "antelope," are North America's fastest land animals, reaching over 55mph. This unique species, neither goat nor antelope, relies on speed and eyesight to survive on the plains. Despite their iconic status, pronghorn populations are declining in many areas, including the Verde Valley.

Join Forest Service biologists Janie Agyagos and Francisco Anaya for a Speaker Series talk. Discover pronghorn biology, from life history to threats like rangeland fences. Learn about current management tools, including tracking movement and ensuring fences are wildlife-friendly. Janie has 30 years of experience as a wildlife biologist with the US Forest Service, while Francisco manages wildlife for Prescott National Forest.

Rabab Fatima, UN-OHRLLS High Representative, delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. Observed on May 17, this year's WTISD focused on "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies."

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) called on public and private sectors to make pledges for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations. This initiative is facilitated through its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. For more details, visit: itu.int/wtisd.

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023, held on May 17, focused on "Empowering the least developed countries (LDCs) through information and communication technologies." The ITU urged public and private sectors to pledge universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations via its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition.

LDCs are a vital untapped resource, home to one-third of the world's 2.7 billion unconnected people. Achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 critically depends on addressing their needs, a priority underscored by the LDC5 Conference in Doha. Investing in these vibrant countries can drive sustainable growth for generations, making 2023 a key year for their digital progress.

Global connectivity is essential, yet Least Developed Countries (LDCs) face significant hurdles in achieving it. This digital divide prevents them from fully participating in the emerging wave of digital technology.

The ITU actively addresses the specific challenges and needs of LDCs. Their initiatives aim to empower these nations, enabling them to benefit from crucial digital advancements and bridge the connectivity gap. Discover more about their work here: ITU LDC Initiatives.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. The day's theme is "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies."

Observed on May 17, WTISD 2023 urges public and private sectors to pledge universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations via ITU's Partner2Connect Digital Coalition.

For more details, visit: itu.int/wtisd

Since 2018, Barcelona's Superblock Initiative has transformed the city, creating more space for pedestrians, cyclists, and greenery. Developed by Barcelona Collegi Urbana, this urban mobility plan reduces traffic in nine blocks, opening over 65% of public space and improving quality of life. Its international acclaim underscores the need for new urban mobility models.

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Since 2018, Barcelona's Superblock Initiative has transformed the city, creating more space for pedestrians, cyclists, and greenery. This plan, developed by Salvador Rueda, reduces traffic, opening up 65-70% of public space and improving quality of life. Its success, explored in this Circular Economy show, highlights the need for new urban mobility models.

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Biologists may have observed the first instance of a frog pollinating a flower. Izecksohn's Brazilian tree frogs reportedly dunk into large flowers for nectar, then hop around, dispersing pollen. While they leave covered in pollen without damaging the flowers, further study is needed to confirm this unique behavior. Read more: Live Science.

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Europe's transition to a greener economy is progressing too slowly to meet climate objectives. While current EU energy legislation addresses 55% of emissions, a circular economy can tackle the remaining 45% derived from material production.

A recent paper highlights how a circular economy offers a double-win: significant energy savings and reduced emissions. This approach is crucial, especially given Europe's energy and climate crisis, exacerbated by the war in Ukraine. It underscores the need to reduce fossil fuel dependence, boost energy efficiency, ensure resilient supplies, and optimize material use.