PFAS in Firefighting Foams: Understanding the Latest Regulatory Changes Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have long been a concerning topic due to their adverse environmental and health impacts. Among the various applications of PFAS, their use in firefighting foams has raised significant alarms. Recent regulatory changes both in the UK and globally have been implemented […]
The future of water treatment: Innovations in filtration and purification
The future of water treatment: Innovations in filtration and purification Water is the essence of life, yet it is a finite resource facing increasing challenges due to pollution, climate change, and growing demand. In response to these pressing issues, innovations in filtration and purification technologies are emerging as critical solutions to ensure access to clean […]
Swiss Watchmakers Battle for Their Future
Swiss Watchmakers Battle for Their Future The Swiss watchmaking industry, known for its precision, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance, is currently facing one of its biggest challenges yet. With double-digit sales declines and a crisis of relevance looming large, traditional watchmakers are now forced to adapt or risk fading into obscurity. In a world where technology […]
50-million-year-old bacteria could be the future of clean battery recycling
50-Million-Year-Old Bacteria: The Future of Clean Battery Recycling What if the breakthrough in battery recycling wasn’t high-tech—but prehistoric? As the world braces for a surge in electronic waste from old batteries, a surprising solution may lie in 50-million-year-old bacteria. This ancient microorganism, found in the depths of the ocean, has shown remarkable abilities to break […]
CO2 engineers of deep sea: Cod, eel save environment by storing carbon in ocean
CO2 Engineers of the Deep Sea: How Cod and Eel are Saving the Environment by Storing Carbon in the Ocean New research reveals that many of the fish species we eat are vital to maintaining the delicate balance of our ocean ecosystems. Among these species, cod and eel have emerged as unexpected heroes in the […]
The BoF Podcast | Sabyasachi on Building a Global Brand from the Global South
The BoF Podcast | Sabyasachi on Building a Global Brand from the Global South Renowned fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee recently sat down with BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed at BoF CROSSROADS 2025 to delve into the intricacies of establishing a global brand on one’s own terms. The conversation shed light on Mukherjee’s readiness to […]