Rethinking Sustainable Palm Oil: The University of Padua Study Challenging the Demonization Narrative
Leggi l’articolo in italiano A new study by Etifor and the University of Padua shows that oil palm cultivation can significantly reduce its environmental impact when embedded in controlled, traceable and sustainability-driven supply chains. The findings challenge the simplistic narrative of palm oil as the sole driver of deforestation, shifting the debate toward scientific evidence, […]
The EU and sustainability, agenda 2026: A coming-of-age moment for Brussels’ regulator?
Read the article in Italian For a long time, the EU seemed to be racing towards regulatory overload, heedless of the cries of pain rising from the productive sector. However, 2026 could be the turning point, characterized by a ‘rewinding of the tape’ – geared towards simplification – that puts growth back at the center […]
Replacing Palm Oil? Not a Sustainable Choice
Leggi l’articolo in italiano Two scientific studies debunk false myths: replacing palm oil increases environmental impact. One of the most discussed topics in the debate on the relationship between food and the environment concerns the impact of vegetable oils. In particular, palm oil continues to be the subject of unfounded criticism, often accused of being […]
Palm Oil and Biodiversity: a possible alliance
Leggi l’articolo in italiano Every May 22, the International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated – a global call to rethink our relationship with nature. This year’s theme, Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development, urges us to move beyond outdated paradigms: must development and the environment always be in conflict? Or can we envision a […]