Sustainability
Saving the Med’s red coral: Chanel speaks exclusively on groundbreaking CSM partnership
“We didn’t anticipate 23 publications. We didn’t anticipate such success with coral cultivation. We hoped. But the scale of what’s been achieved — it’s extraordinary,” Chanel’s FrĂ©dĂ©ric GrangiĂ© tells Cassandra Tanti.
More than that, some of the research has begun to show unexpected relevance in other fields, including medicine. “Because red coral is an animal, like us, there are fascinating insights into its microbiome that may apply to human health. It’s opened doors we never imagined when we started,” he adds.
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“Astounding” ocean surface temperatures recorded in 2023 spark global concern
The surface of the Mediterranean Sea reached its hottest ever last summer, while the annual averages were the highest since the 1950s.
Renewables take a back seat to nuclear in France’s new energy bill
Much to the chagrin of environmentalists, the French government’s new energy bill has stepped away from its previous renewable targets and instead fallen back on developing nuclear as its primary...
France expands bicycle subsidy scheme to second-hand bikes
Since the start of the year, purchases of used and second-hand bicycles have been eligible for part-funding under France’s bonus vĂ©lo scheme.Â
Monaco’s Villa Lamartine project earns eco status
The Villa Lamartine, which houses the new Espace Lamartine community centre, has been rewarded with a silver award for the integration of sustainability and ecological practices into its construction...
Green Globe recognitions take Monte-Carlo SBM one step closer to eco goals
Among the new Green Globe sustainability accolades for Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer’s resorts are a gold level certification for the Hôtel Hermitage and platinum status for Monte-Carlo...
Where to find Monaco’s Christmas tree collection points
Before it's reduced to a pile of pine needles on the living floor, now is the perfect time to turn your Christmas tree into compost that can be used in the parks and gardens of Monaco. Here's how.
