Chinese and Hungarian universities join forces to help predict floods, droughts and water quality problems

The Sino-Hungarian water security cooperation can contribute to faster prediction of extreme hydrological situations and crises, disaster prevention and efficient water management using artificial intelligence, remote sensing and satellite observations. On March 25 and 26, 2026, the Institute of Environmental Sustainability of the National University of Public Service (NKE) and the International Research Center of…

The Economist of Nature

Indian-British economist Sir Partha Dasgupta received an Honorary Doctorate at Péter Pázmány Catholic University. At the request of the British government, Professor Sir Partha Dasgupta prepared the widely cited report, The Economics of Biodiversity in 2019, which was published in 2021. The abridged version of the study was translated by Péter Pázmány Catholic University and…

Elisabeth Haub Award 2026: The Call for Nominations Has Started

The Elisabeth Haub Award for Environmental Law and Diplomacy is the world’s most prestigious award in the field of environmental law, recognizing the innovation, skill, and accomplishments of lawyers, diplomats, and international civil servants. The deadline for nominations is 15 March 2026. The Award can be granted for contributions generally leading to the progressive development…

Extreme Weather Events Globally and in Hungary: Scientific Background for Authentic Journalism – Press Release from the Blue Planet Climate Protection Foundation and HungaroMet

Extreme climate and weather events are closely followed by the media as they have a direct effect on society, the economy and the environment. Extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, heavy rainfall, storms and droughts, are becoming more frequent and stronger in many parts of the world as a result of human-caused climate change. However,…

Fighting for the Human Right to a Healthy Environment Was Recognised at This Year’s “Environmental Oscars” (Summary)

The 2025 Elisabeth Haub Award for Environmental Law and Diplomacy was jointly received by Professor John H. Knox and Dr. David R. Boyd for their groundbreaking efforts as successive United Nations Special Rapporteurs on the human right to a healthy environment. Csaba Kőrösi, strategic director of the Blue Planet Climate Protection Foundation, was also a…

“We Need to Recognise Our Connection with Our Surroundings” – János Áder at the Centenarium of the Laudato Si’ Conference in Vác

“It is crucial to recognise the standard set by Pope Francis’s Laudato si’ encyclical on solidarity, togetherness, and responsible presence in the world. The encyclical advocates the integrity of creation, a concept that encompasses so much more than environmental consciousness and the complex alliance between human and the environment” – said János Áder at the…

Sustainability Transition with Headwinds and Tailwinds – Kőrösi Csaba at the 31st ISDRS Conference at Corvinus University

Kőrösi Csaba delivered his presentation titled Sustainability Transition with Headwinds and Tailwinds at the 31st conference of the International Sustainable Development Research Society (ISDRS), hosted by the Corvinus University of Budapest. The Strategic Director of the Blue Planet Climate Protection Foundation examined the factors that hinder and support the implementation of sustainability efforts. Measuring progress…

We Don’t Need Everyone to Be an Environmentalist or Environmental engineer – Csaba Kőrösi and Katalin Czippán at the Óbuda University

Strategic Director Csaba Kőrösi and Katalin Czippán held presentations at the Óbuda University’s Conference on Sustainability and Environmentalism, organised by the Rejtő János Faculty of Light Industry and Environmental Engineering. This year’s title was Sustainability: Conscious Upbringing and Education. In his keynote presentation, Csaba Kőrösi explained that today, we face complex crises that often elevate…