August 2024 – pro local

Autumn Canning: Sustainable Preservation Methods for Your Harvest

Discover sustainable methods for preserving your autumn harvest with these simple canning, fermenting, and pickling recipes. Start stocking your winter pantry now!

Green IT – How the electronics industry can become (more) sustainable

Laptops, tablets, smartphones and other devices have become an integral part of our everyday lives.
But how can a sustainable electronics industry be established in the future?

The power of mushrooms – recyclers and environmental cleaners

Research impressively demonstrates that fungi are a promising tool for sustainable and effective environmental remediation due to their extraordinary abilities.

Vegetables and Fruits to Plant in Late Summer and Fall: What You Can Still Grow

Discover which vegetables and fruits you can still plant in late summer and fall to enjoy fresh harvests from your garden or balcony even during the cooler months.

Climate Change in the garden – Why you should garden climate-friendly

Gardeners have been trying to make their green spaces climate-friendly for some time now and are looking for alternatives to the perfect ornamental lawn and thirsty plants.

The world of mushrooms – mushrooms in our diet

The versatility of mushrooms makes them a valuable topic – both for science and for our daily diet.

Furniture recycling and upcycling for home and garden

Discover how you can furnish your home and garden sustainably – from furniture recycling and upcycling to eco-friendly patio design. Create unique pieces of furniture and a green living space that is stylish and conserves resources.

pro local Quiz August – Europe´s waste special

Test your knowledge about waste in Europe. 10 questions await you in our monthly quiz. We hope you enjoy solving them!

“Some (grapes) like it hot”… but not all – Viticulture in a changing climate

Rising temperatures have profound effects on viticulture, which can have both positive and negative consequences.

Europe’s mountains of waste – 5 facts about waste management in the EU

Around 2.1 billion tons of waste are generated in the EU every year. The member states still differ greatly when it comes to waste management methods.