February 06, 2026
Hello dear Good News community,
Get ready for the weekend with six inspiring Good News stories! Highlights include a new map showing potential global protection areas for sharks and rays, and reports on Malaysia’s successful seagrass restoration efforts. We’re taking a short winter break: We’ll be back for you on February 23 with fresh energy and lots of Good News.
Enjoy reading, Selina
NEWS OF THE DAY
(Öffnet in neuem Fenster)Seagrass restoration in Malaysia: Success for biodiversity and climate
A ten-year project on the Malaysian peninsula has achieved high survival rates for seagrass, demonstrating how degraded coastal ecosystems can be revitalized. Key factors for success include adapting to local conditions and tackling the root causes of seagrass decline. Source: MONGABAY
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Pilot plant in South Korea: produces sustainable jet fuel from landfill gas
In South Korea, a research team has successfully demonstrated a pilot plant that converts landfill gas from organic waste into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) – producing 100 kg per day. This innovation could significantly reduce aviation-related CO₂ emissions. Source: TECHXPLORE
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Friendly robots: Computer scientist improves human–machine interaction
At Purdue University, Sooyeon Jeong is developing robots that are empathetic, helpful, and easy for humans to interact with. Her research supports cancer patients, children, and older adults, making robotics more accessible and useful in everyday life. Source: TECHXPLORE
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New map reveals potential global protection areas for sharks and rays
A new report identifies 816 marine areas that urgently need protection to give endangered sharks and rays a chance to recover after decades of overfishing. The areas are publicly available online and cover less than 3% of the world’s oceans. Source: MONGABAY
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Volunteers use WhatsApp to fight record-breaking amazon fires
In a Brazilian Amazon city, residents are showing the power of collective action: using WhatsApp, they coordinate water transports through the forest to fight devastating fires together. Source: MONGABAY
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Making cities more livable: Examples from Addis Ababa and Bogotá
Cities are growing faster than ever, but green spaces and recreational areas are often lacking. Addis Ababa and Bogotá demonstrate how innovative urban projects can support children, families, and residents while making city life more livable. Source: BBC
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Datum
06.02.2026