Plastic pollution: the great overlooked factor in carbon footprint calculations
Published on: September 3 , 2026
A plastic water bottle made from recycled material, with a low carbon footprint, is considered a good choice…
Between Armed Conflicts and El Niño: The Dangerous Convergence of Crises in the Red Sea
Published on: August 24 , 2026
Currently, two separate crises are unfolding simultaneously in the Red Sea region: the…
May on a Bike
Published on: July 1 , 2026
Congratulations to the entire academic community at the University of Montpellier! This…
What Kind of Education About Living Things in the Anthropocene?
Published on: June 21 , 2026
In school, knowledge organized into academic disciplines breaks down living things, at the risk of…
Planetary Boundaries: Toward a Transformation of Environmental Law
Published on: April 13 , 2026
On March 26, 2026, a conference organized by the MAK’IT Institute (Montpellier Advanced…
Soundscapes: An Overlooked Natural Heritage
Published on: April 9 , 2026
Soundscapes are part of the richness of our natural heritage, yet they remain…
TheUM , Embraces Solar Energy
Published on: February 25 , 2026
The University of Montpellier, which has long been committed to the energy transition…
How Can We Clean Up Brownfields in the Face of Residents' Skepticism?
Published on: January 22 , 2026
Nearly eight out of ten French people live near a contaminated brownfield site. Despite the…
Chikungunya, dengue, West Nile virus: In 2025, France will face an unprecedented viral outbreak
Published on: November 5 , 2025
Once numbered on the fingers of one hand each year, then by the dozens, it’s…
Most industrial fishing in marine protected areas goes unmonitored
Published on: July 24 , 2025
Are marine protected areas really effective at protecting marine life and…
PFAS and Water Remediation: Current Approaches to Treating These “Forever Chemicals”
Published on: July 16 , 2025
PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, often referred to as “pollutants…”
Climate Warming 56 Million Years Ago: Can Biodiversity from the Past Help Us Anticipate the Future?
Published on: July 9 , 2025
In light of the major climate changes we are currently experiencing, a key question arises:…
Networks and Wings: How Does Boeing Stay in the Air?
Published on: June 29 , 2025
But what's going on at Boeing? The aircraft manufacturer, a symbol of the power of…
Financing the green transition through public debt is possible
Published on: June 8 , 2025
It's the practical version of squaring the circle: how to both invest…
The Ocean and Climate: What Are the Options for the Future? A Look at Research in France
Published on: June 2 , 2025
In a few days, the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) will…
YouTuber Vinz Kanté speaks at the University of Montpellier to address eco-anxiety
Published on: May 5 , 2025
On Wednesday, April 2, Vinz Kanté, the YouTuber who created the Limit channel, was invited by…