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 Frédéric Grangié 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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Monaco recommits millions to Green Climate Fund, increases sum by 10%
As the leading contributor per capita to the Green Climate Fund for 2020-23, Monaco has confirmed its commitment to allocate an additional €3.3 million of state funds until 2027.
Experts “gobsmacked” by September’s record high global temperatures
This September smashed the previous temperature record set for the month by 0.5ºC, making it the largest leap in temperature ever noted and leading scientists to argue that “the sense of urgency...
London to Monaco cyclists complete epic 1,100km ride for charity
Prince Albert II of Monaco was at the finish line in front of the Palais Princier to greet the teams of cyclists who completed the eight-day journey from London to Monaco, raising more than...
Fundraiser led by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou raises €864k for Pelagos Sanctuary
An incredible €864,000 was raised at the annual Stelios Foundation fundraiser in Monaco thanks to generous donations from 60 philanthropists, including the UBS Optimus Foundation and Sir Stelios...
EU bans “intentional” inclusion of microplastics in thousands of household products
Glitter, cosmetics, toys and detergents are among the products in the firing line of a new EU law that is banning the intentional inclusion of harmful microplastics in a huge range of commonly used...
Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous brings fresh ideas and outlooks to Monaco
Following a successful edition of the Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous, Yacht Club de Monaco President Bernard d’Alessandri as spoken of the need to “encourage initiatives to build a more...
