Environment Publications

EASAC is the voice of independent science advice, mobilising Europe’s leading scientists to guide EU policy for the benefit of society.

Towards a sustainable future: transformative change and post-COVID-19 priorities

A Perspective by EASAC’s Environment Programme

Green Chemistry

Towards a circular economy

Chemistry World

Neonicotinoids in Africa

The Lancet Planetary Health

Post-pandemic recovery: use of scientific advice to achieve social equity, planetary health, and economic benefits

Nature Sustainability

Lessons learned in Africa

How can science help to guide the European Union’s green recovery after COVID-19?

Following the enormous health and social costs imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic in Europe, increasing attention is…

Chemistry—A European Journal

Tackling the Challenge of Packaging Plastic in the Environment

Packaging plastics in the circular economy

Packaging plastics can offer an almost infinite range of options for manufacturers, both in terms of function and…

The Conversation

Europe has banned neonicotinoid insecticides. Action is needed in Africa too

Global Change Biology - Bioenergy

Serious mismatches continue between science and policy in forest bioenergy

Forest bioenergy, carbon capture and storage, and carbon dioxide removal: an update

As global emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) continue to exceed levels compatible with achieving Paris Agreement targets,…

Opportunities for soil sustainability in Europe

Soils provide numerous essential services in terrestrial ecosystems, ranging from the support of plant growth in…

Commentary on Forest Bioenergy and Carbon Neutrality

Since the publication of its report on “Multi-functionality and Sustainability in the European Union’s Forests” in April…

Extreme weather events in Europe

Preparing for climate change adaptation: an update on EASAC’s 2013 study

Negative emission technologies

What role in meeting Paris Agreement targets?

Multi-functionality and Sustainability in the European Union's Forests

European forests have multiple functions - from wealth and employment creation, the production of natural resources and…

Circular Economy: Indicators and Priorities for Critical Materials

EASAC introduces two new reports on circular economy: "Priorities for critical materials for a circular economy" and…

Greenhouse gas footprints of different oil feedstocks

In future, road transport will be required to make a stronger contribution to the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG)…

Marine sustainability in an age of changing oceans and seas

Oceans and seas play a crucial role in regulating our climate, nurturing biodiversity, and providing income and food to…

Commentary on "Circular Economy"

The circular economy has been a controversial issue since the new Commission cancelled the previous 2014 proposals and…