Down to Earth

FRANCE 24 English
  • ٠٫٠ (٠)
  • العلوم
  • يتم التحديث أسبوعيًا

We meet the people behind fascinating environmental, health and technological innovations in a bid for sustainable solutions to our changing world. 

  1. قبل ٤ أيام · فيديو

    French-American chemist makes major breakthrough in recycling of rare earths

    Rare earth elements, which are crucial for the defence, auto and electronic industries, have become a geopolitical battleground. On Wednesday, the EU unveiled a €3 billion plan to curb its dependence on China for rare earths, since Beijing controls 95 percent of the world's supply. But a young French-American scientist has developed a groundbreaking process for recovering rare earths from neon light bulbs and potentially other electronic appliances, paving the way for the recycling of these essential metals. Our Down to Earth team reports.

    ٥ من الدقائق

  2. ٢٨ نوفمبر · فيديو

    The cow of the future? France introduces smaller, low-emission livestock

    How can we reduce greenhouse gas emissions? In the wake of the COP30 climate conference in Brazil, attention is turning to cattle. A single cow produces between 154 to 264 pounds of methane gas per year. So could genetics lessen their impact? Our France 2 colleagues report on what's being called the "cow of tomorrow", with FRANCE 24's Charlotte Lam.

    ٣ من الدقائق

  3. ٢٤ نوفمبر · فيديو

    What are the key takeaways from the COP30 climate summit?

    The COP30 climate summit came to an end this weekend with a weak compromise deal that skips over most countries' key demands. The agreement pledges to provide more funding to help vulnerable nations adapt to global warming, but doesn’t explicitly mention fossil fuels – the root cause of the climate crisis. It also falls short in demanding that countries strengthen their emissions-cutting plans, which are deemed too weak. FRANCE 24's Environment Editor Valerie Dekimpe tells us more.

    ٧ من الدقائق

  4. ١٤ نوفمبر · فيديو

    Climate change killed his friend. Now he's seeking justice

    The effects of climate change are being felt around the world, with extreme weather events becoming more frequent and intense. According to recent estimates, climate inaction is on track to cost the global economy $38 trillion per year in damages within the next 25 years. Survivors of climate disasters are also calling for the human cost of the crisis to be considered. In Belgium, our Down to Earth team met Ben, whose friend Rosa was killed in the 2021 flash floods in the Wallonia region. He hasn't missed a single climate march since.

    ٦ من الدقائق

  5. ٣ نوفمبر · فيديو

    To peat, or not to peat? Scotch whisky's iconic ingredient at heart of climate concerns

    In Scotland, whisky production is facing growing criticism over its environmental impact. Many distilleries still burn peat, a soil-like material that gives whisky its signature smoky flavour. But those same peat bogs are also vital carbon sinks, storing huge amounts of CO₂ and helping fight climate change. Our Down to Earth team reports from the Scottish Highlands.

    ١١ من الدقائق

  6. ٣١ أكتوبر · فيديو

    Could this French village disappear? Erosion eats away at Mont-Saint-Michel coastline

    In the bay of France's famed Mont-Saint-Michel, postcard-perfect villages are slowly being swallowed by the sea. In the space of just 70 years, the Saint-Jean-le-Thomas coastline has receded by 300 metres. Many residents say the question is no longer if the sea will advance, but when. So what can they do about it? Our France 2 colleagues report from Normandy.

    ٣ من الدقائق

  7. ٢٧ أكتوبر · فيديو

    Make it rain: New Delhi trials cloud seeding to combat deadly smog

    New Delhi could see artificial rain fall over the Indian capital for the first time later this week. The regional government is trialling a cloud-seeding experiment to induce artificial rain in a bid to bring the city's severe air pollution under control. New Delhi is regularly ranked among the world's most polluted capitals. Last week, after days of fireworks to celebrate Diwali, particulate matter levels rose to more than 56 times the safe limit. FRANCE 24's Environment Editor Valérie Dekimpe tells us more.

    ٦ من الدقائق

  8. ٢٧ أكتوبر · فيديو

    These algae could save vineyards from pesticides

    Are winegrowers forever doomed to use pesticides? Some French scientists say no. A team of researchers and a burgeoning startup are working to bring microalgae-based fungicides to market. They would save vineyards from mildew and other harmful fungi, with no synthetic chemicals. Our France 2 colleagues report, with FRANCE 24's Caroline Baum.

    ٢ من الدقائق
مشاهدة الكل (٢٤)

حول

We meet the people behind fascinating environmental, health and technological innovations in a bid for sustainable solutions to our changing world. 

المعلومات

  • قناة
    FRANCE 24 English
  • صناع العمل
    FRANCE 24 English
  • سنوات النشاط
    ٢٠١٥ - ٢٠٢٥
  • الحلقات
    ٢٤
  • التقييم
    ملائم
  • حقوق النشر
    © France Médias Monde
  • موقع البرنامج على الويب
    Down to Earth

المزيد من FRANCE 24 English

قد يعجبك أيضًا