Plastics, in all their diverse forms and applications, are embedded in modern life. Their omnipresence, persistence, and potential toxicity pose serious questions for environmental health.
Chemical pollution is a major threat to water quality worldwide. A group of synthetic chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has emerged as a significant concern.
En septembre 2024, un groupe d’étudiant-e-s et d’enseignants de l’Institut des sciences de l’environnement de l’Université de Genève a pu se rendre en Suède pour faire des recherches sur l’évolution du climat.
The Institute for Environmental Sciences, through its partnership with UNEP/GRID-Geneva and UN Environment, has developed MapX, an online platform for managing geospatial data on natural resources and the environment.
If you are like me, chances are that you have never seen a snake in the wild, or maybe just spotted one for a few seconds before it vanishes in the vegetation. Most people are happy about not encountering snakes. In my case, it's a great frustration!
