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Why now is the time to act on London’s air pollution problem
Lockdowns have cleared the skies, but the capital’s air remains dirty and damaging to our health. Nicola Slawson considers the lessons from a project launched last January to look for solutions
Tackling the hidden dangers of pollution — inside your home
We often think of dirty air in terms of busy roads and exhaust fumes but some of the most immediate dangers are found within our four walls. Here Nicola Slawson explains how many of them are caused by cleaning products and sealed windows
Why getting outside can boost your wellbeing
Don’t let air pollution stop you exercising outdoors in the city - choose parks or backstreets
Take the 6th STEM challenge: make a festive costume from recycling
The fashion industry needs to become more sustainable – here’s how scientists are tackling that problem
STEM Challenge #5: Understand AI by playing noughts and crosses
Learn how to never lose at noughts and crosses – and how that helps you understand AI
STEM Challenge #4: Discover the eco-systems on your doorstep
We’re focusing on ecology and natural sciences as we discover the natural world around us
This amazing card trick shows the magic of maths
What does Google have in common with a card trick? Lots more than you’d think
Take a bonus STEM challenge: make a new outfit from an old one
We don’t need new stuff - we need to use what we have more creatively, says Fanfare founder Esther Knight
Introducing Future London’s STEM Project
In this new series for young people, we explore how science, technology, engineering and maths impacts the world
STEM Challenge #2: plan a space mission in Earth's solar system
Where will your skills take you?
STEM challenge #1: Make a paper plane
You should test your plane and modify it to improve its performance. How far will it fly?
Secrets of a Squiggly Career: how to get more job fulfilment
Making small changes to your existing job can have a big impact on how happy you are, as Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis explain
Can office teams thrive together, apart?
Dispersed teams allow for flexibility, but managing relationships and projects can sometimes be tricky – here's how to make it work long term
This is the future of the office
Workplace design used to be all about desk space. But new working patterns mean organisations will need flexible spaces focused on collaboration and team-building
Is WFH good for our health and wellbeing?
There’s more time for exercise — but less for interaction. What do new ways of working mean for our health?
Here's how to make a great home office when you live in a small space
Make a work area at home with these helpful tips
What will public transport look like in 2030?
The coronavirus pandemic has focused minds on the environment, travel and our lifestyles. These are the apps, vehicles and working patterns that look set to shape the future
Are self-driving trucks and drones the future of home deliveries?
Freight transportation is a big polluter – here's how it might change by 2030
What the UK can learn from Norway's take-up of electric vehicles
Countries in the EV fast lane show Britain the way forward
Do you need to buy an electric car or could you share an EV?
Sales of electric vehicles are growing – but do you need your own?
Are eBikes the future of London commuting after lockdown?
The number of eBikes sold in the UK is rising – but is everyone onboard?
We put the new Nissan Leaf e+ to the test - is it family friendly?
Could your next car be electric? Last month, we challenged Lucy Tobin to swap her usual car for the new Nissan Leaf e+
London charging points for electric cars: Where to plug in your EV
More drivers have been switching to electric. Here’s how the capital’s charging network has expanded
Planning to switch to an electric car? This is what you need to know
As more electric models become available, there are fewer reasons to hold back on switching to a more environmentally friendly mode of transport
STEM careers: What does a chemical engineer do?
We hear from Aida Rafat who has launched her own sustainable business as a chemical engineer
STEM careers: What is it like to study AI and can I use it at work?
Meet Lucrezia Del Zompo, who is studying AI at Queen Mary University of London as part of an apprenticeship
STEM careers: What does a conservation biologist do?
Nick Dunn tells us about his work tracking sharks and rays using environmental DNA
STEM careers: How do you work at a conservation charity?
Mollie Gupta, an ecologist with WWF, tells us about her job and her choices at school and university
Ulez extension 2021: What will it mean for London's air pollution?
The new extended ultra low emissions zone comes in next year. Nicola Slawson hears from people who will be affected
What dangerous pollution do cars emit?
These are the deadly pollutants emitted from our vehicles
The schools beating dirty air by making streets traffic-free
Schools are trying to reduce the impact of dirty air on children’s health by temporarily closing streets to cars
How Low Emission Bus Zones and electric fleets are reducing pollution
An evaluation of the zones found emissions of NO2 and NO were down by an average of 90 per cent
How to reduce the environmental impact of home deliveries
Home deliveries by van can mean increased emissions – might pedal power offer an answer?
Omicron could cause up to 75,000 deaths in months, scientists warn
Tougher Covid restrictions would help prevent potential peak in hospital admissions around twice as high as last Winter