Climate and Sustainability

Groen Conservatisme in Europa - Shaping Europe

Green Conservatism in Europe

Why true conservatives are passionate climate advocates. The most fervent advocates for climate measures are  progressive politicians, often with a liberal or social democratic background. Parties with climate change as raison d'être are generally post-materialistic in nature due to their strong focus on individual and…
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De groene wereld van botanische tuinen - Shaping Europe

The green world of botanical gardens

The history and current role of botanical gardens, and the mutual cooperation between them.  Exotic plants that you normally never see, the sweet smell in the tropical greenhouses or the special style of a Japanese garden. These are the views that surround you in botanical…
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Hoe beschermen we de Europese biodiversiteit tegen invasieve exoten? - Shaping Europe

How do we protect Europe’s biodiversity?

Why the Union List on invasive alien species is so important. Intensive luggage searches at customs looking for... fruit? You may have seen it on the TV programme Border Security. The Australian version of this programme follows the country's customs. They have to deal with…
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A new European economy

How a circular economy is going to change Europe’s economic future The economy must grow every year. That is the mantra that generations have grown up with. When you have economic growth, a country is doing well. Economic growth is expressed in terms of GDP,…
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