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Environmental initiatives
Polar bears struggle in ice-free Arctic
21 February 2024In Canada's Hudson Bay, polar bears are having a tough time finding food because the ice they live on is melting due to climate change. Even though they're trying to eat different things, they're still struggling to survive.
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Environmental initiatives
Frozen smoke sensors detect formaldehyde
20 February 2024Cambridge researchers create 'frozen smoke' sensor, using AI to detect formaldehyde at ultra-low levels, exceeding typical sensors. This breakthrough could transform air quality monitoring, offering solutions for indoor pollution.
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Environmental initiatives
Traffic police target polluting vehicles
13 February 2024Kathmandu Valley traffic police targeted 343 polluting vehicles in three months. 100 failed emission tests, leading to legal action by the Department of Environment
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Environmental initiatives
Nepal's hydropower threat to conservation
09 February 2024The Nepali government's approval of a contentious proposal to build large-scale hydropower plants within protected areas has sparked criticism from conservationists, who see it as a significant setback
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Environmental initiatives
Sweden's first full-height timber wind turbines
07 February 2024Sweden's groundbreaking timber wind turbine in Skara, standing at 105 meters tall, slashes carbon emissions by over 100%, showcasing the potential for a cleaner, more sustainable future in wind power and maritime transportation.
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Environmental initiatives
Green mobility revolution beyond Paris
05 February 2024The green mobility revolution extends far beyond the city limits of Paris, permeating various corners of the world.
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Environmental initiatives
The White House receives a car emissions reduction plan from the EPA for evaluation.
20 January 2024According to a document made public on January 19, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) filed a proposal to the White House for approval, with the aim of finalizing sweeping emissions cuts for new automobiles and trucks through 2032. This proposal might significantly increase sales of electric vehicles.
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Companies
Green Rupee Term-Deposit Scheme for Climate-Friendly Projects Launched by SBI
12 January 2024In an effort to fund environmentally friendly initiatives, State Bank of India (SBI), the largest lender in the nation, introduced the green rupee term-deposit scheme on January 12, 2024.
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Companies
Horwin debuts an electric motorcycle in the US, but at a cost
09 January 2024The SENMENTI production model, Horwin's eye-catching flagship electric motorbike, recently made its US debut at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Environmental initiatives
Kenya's drive towards green transportation by electrifying the 'boda-boda' motorbike taxis
08 January 2024In a significant stride towards sustainable and eco-friendly transportation, Kenya is taking proactive measures to electrify its 'boda-boda' motorbike taxis.
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Environmental initiatives
Methane capture is one way Bumitama plans to cut emissions and generate income.
08 January 2024The methane capture facilities that PALM oil producer Bumitama Agri : P8Z +0.83% is proposing to install in its mills could cut greenhouse gas production at each mill by roughly 60% to 70%.
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Environmental initiatives
Activists await green restoration in Maryland
07 January 2024Activists await federal support for environmental restoration in Maryland
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Energy sources
MBS airport takes flight towards sustainability with green energy initiatives
04 January 2024MBS International Airport is embarking on a journey to become more sustainable by implementing various green energy initiatives.
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Environmental initiatives
Researchers contend that addressing the climate catastrophe requires reducing inequality.
03 January 2024Advocating for eco-friendly practices will yield greater results in communities where all members possess the means, time, and resources to effect change.
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Environmental initiatives
Environmental activists unite against sewage as San Diego awaits D.C. action on Tijuana river crisis
02 January 2024As San Diego anxiously awaits Washington D.C.'s response to the Tijuana River crisis, environmental activists unite in a collective effort against sewage contamination.
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Environmental initiatives
Net-Zero Modular Homes Blend Technology, Sustainability, and Stylish Design
02 January 2024A Canadian firm, CABN, was founded in 2021 and offers affordable, net-zero, sustainable homes, with a one-bedroom property starting at just $186,100.
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Environmental initiatives
Climate alarm in Antarctica: scientists hit by rapid, dramatic changes
31 December 2023In the isolated expanse of Antarctica, a climate crisis is unfolding at an alarming pace, catching even seasoned researchers off guard
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Environmental initiatives
Eco-friendly items are made to use less energy: Optima
28 December 2023Since 2000, millions of people have received amazing experiences from Optoma, a provider of visual solutions. Its company has expanded over the past 20 years to rank among the top large-display brands globally. It has proven itself as a trailblazer, inventor, and market leader and solidified its place as the top 4K UHD projector and DLP brand globally.
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Environmental initiatives
There's still time to preserve 50% of Earth's glaciers
27 December 2023The imperative is clear: there's still time to take meaningful action and preserve 50% of Earth's glaciers.
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Environmental initiatives
K Line's new bulker will use only green steel to become the largest ship in the world.
26 December 2023For one of its newbuild bulkers, the Japanese shipping operator Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) has chosen to use JGreeX, a green steel product made by JFE Steel Corporation.
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Environmental initiatives
Conscientious actions for a sustainable celebration
26 December 2023The average American household wasted almost one-third of the food they bought in 2020, according to research published in the American Journal of Agricultural Economics. That comes out to an estimated $240 billion in costs every year. Big parties with an abundance of leftovers are a major source of waste. The ecology can be greatly impacted by holiday activities.
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Companies
The environmental paradox of Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla
25 December 2023Billionaire and CEO of Tesla (TSLA) - Get Free Report Elon Musk declared in an interview at the annual DealBook summit that he has done more to benefit the environment than anybody else living because of his efforts to bring about the era of electric vehicles.
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Environmental initiatives
Introducing Greener Cleaning with Eco-Friendly House Pressure Washing
25 December 2023The traditional house pressure washing techniques have frequently depended on strong water jets and harsh chemicals to remove tough dirt and grime from the outside of homes in an effort to achieve a spotless appearance. But in the cleaning sector, a paradigm shift is taking place, with eco-friendly methods gaining prominence and promising homes not just a spotless clean but also a long-term solution.
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Environmental initiatives
Uncontacted tribe at risk: 'catastrophic' scenes captured near Indonesian nickel mine
24 December 2023Amidst Indonesia's remote landscapes, the ominous 'catastrophic' scenes near a growing nickel mine not only jeopardize an uncontacted tribe but also spotlight urgent concerns about environmental degradation, ethical treatment of indigenous communities, and the delicate balance between economic interests and sustainability.
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Energy sources
Scientists successfully replicate a groundbreaking nuclear fusion achievement three times
22 December 2023Through meticulous experimentation, scientists achieve a remarkable milestone in nuclear fusion by successfully replicating a groundbreaking achievement not once, but three times
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Environmental initiatives
How To Purchase Christmas Gifts Without Endangering The Environment
22 December 2023The holidays are a time for happiness, festivities, and, regrettably, excessive trash. You may assume that during the holiday season, this waste increases dramatically, given how much we toss away annually. Biotuff finds solutions for Australians to purchase for their loved ones and the environment at the same time.
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Energy sources
Alpha 311's innovative small turbine harnesses the power of passing cars
21 December 2023Alpha 311's new small turbine captures the energy from passing cars, making a smart move towards cleaner and greener power.
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Environmental initiatives
Fresh environmental strategy targets restoration of East Yorkshire's nature
20 December 2023A comprehensive plan is being developed to restore the natural environment in Hull and East Yorkshire, involving strategies such as reforestation, wetland restoration, pollution reduction, and community collaboration for long-term environmental health and resilience.
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Companies
Ambuja Cements of India would invest $723 million to produce green power.
19 December 2023Ambuja Cements, an Indian manufacturer of building materials, said on January 18, 2023 that it would invest 60 billion rupees in renewable power projects.
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Mobility
The Brown-to-Green Transition is Selected by KKR as a Major "Mega-theme" for the 2024 Outlook
19 December 2023With the release of its 2024 Global Macro Outlook, global alternative asset and private equity investor KKR identified decarbonization—and the broad "brown-to-green" shift of asset-heavy sectors in particular—as a major "mega-theme" propelling investment prospects.
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Environmental initiatives
Kathmandu city is becoming visibly cleaner: A positive transformation unfolds
19 December 2023Mayor Balendra Shah's vision and decisive actions are visibly improving Kathmandu's cleanliness, playing a crucial role in steering the city toward a more organized and cleaner state.
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Mobility
Due to increased air pollution, Calgary was issued a special air quality statement.
15 December 2023Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for Calgary due to high levels of air pollution. An advisory issued on December 13, 2023 states that high air pollution levels are predicted for the entire evening.
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Companies
Unilever's "green" product claims were the subject of a UK investigation.
13 December 2023Concerns that Unilever may be deceiving consumers about the environmental impact of its products have prompted an investigation into the business in the United Kingdom.
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Companies
According to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, BMO is among the most environmentally conscious businesses in North America.
13 December 2023The Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI), a collection of standards for investors who understand how important sustainable company practices are to creating long-term shareholder value, has included BMO. The DJSI evaluates the sustainability performance of businesses in three areas: social, environmental, and governance and economic.
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Companies
A BIG Awards for Business Green Company of the Year honor went to Stericycle.
12 December 2023Leading supplier of secure information destruction and regulated medical waste management, Stericycle, Inc., announced today that the Business Intelligence Group (BIG) has named it a 2023 Green Company of the Year. Stericycle received recognition for their comprehensive approach to sustainability, which included strategic alliances, operational improvements, and portfolio enhancements of containers.
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Environmental initiatives
Global capacity for solar electricity has increased dramatically, and that's only the beginning.
11 December 2023In 2010, installing one gigawatt of solar capacity took an average of one month. This rate accelerated to one week by 2015, and by 2023, it is predicted to surpass one gigawatt every day.
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Mobility
The Groundbreaking Plastic-Eating Boat That's Biting Into Ocean Pollution
11 December 2023As the world struggles with the growing issue of plastic waste, a creative solution has surfaced that is capturing the attention of viewers everywhere. The Manta, an ocean-degrading boat created by The Sea Cleaners, is a product of innovative technology, as revealed by climate-positive content maker Sam Bentley.
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Environmental initiatives
Indonesian women speak out: farms seized for electric vehicle boom leaves a trail of devastated trees
10 December 2023Indonesian women say that their farms were taken over to make room for nickel mines because of the growing electric vehicle trend in the country.
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Energy sources
Adani Green Energy is the second-biggest solar photovoltaic developer worldwide.
07 December 2023In the worldwide solar energy market, Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has been ranked as the second-largest solar PV developer, according to Mercom Capital Group's Annual Global Report.
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Companies
For the fourth year in a row, Newsweek Magazine has named Brunswick Corporation as one of America's Most Responsible Companies.
07 December 2023For the fourth year in a row, Newsweek has recognized Brunswick Corporation, the biggest maritime technology firm in the world, as one of America's Most Responsible Companies. Just 600 American businesses out of thousands that were nominated for this accolade were listed on Newsweek's list of recipients.
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Environmental initiatives
Deforestation in the Amazon decreases by almost 20% to its lowest points in five years.
05 December 2023According to government data released on December 30, 2023 deforestation in Brazil's Amazon decreased by 22.3% in the 12 months ending in July. This development came as President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva moved closer to fulfilling his promise to limit the devastation caused by his predecessor, Jair Bolsonaro.
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Companies
Companies are reducing worker benefits to tackle high inflation
03 December 2023Companies are reducing the additional advantages or perks they provide to their employees (worker benefits) as a way to counteract or balance the negative impact of high inflation.
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Environmental initiatives
China at COP28: Developed nations should achieve net zero "much earlier than 2050"
01 December 2023According to a spokesman for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, developed nations should attain net-zero emissions "much sooner than 2050," releasing carbon emission quotas for emerging nations to maintain economic growth.
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Companies
Germany's RWE has increased its 2030 green spending goal to $60 billion.
29 November 2023RWE, the largest power producer in Germany, announced on November 28, 2023 that it will increase its investment in green energy technologies to 55 billion euros ($60 billion) over the next seven years in an effort to rank among the major renewable energy firms globally.
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Environmental initiatives
After its first transatlantic flight using low-carbon gasoline, a Virgin Atlantic plane lands.
29 November 2023Tuesday's London-to-New York flight by a Virgin Atlantic passenger jet powered entirely by sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) demonstrated the potential of low-carbon alternatives, which make up a very small portion of the fuel mix used in the industry.
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Environmental initiatives
Nations urged to reduce industrial farming in order to achieve climate goals
29 November 2023.A climate charity stated on November 29, 2023 that limiting industrial farming should be a big part of efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions that warm the planet. This comes as emissions from "food systems" become a prominent topic of discussion at the COP28 climate conference, which will take place in Dubai starting on November 30, 2023.
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Mobility
Green organizations have criticized Indonesia's Astra Agro for their complaints report.
28 November 2023On November 27, 2023, environmental organizations criticized Indonesian palm oil giant Astra Agro Lestari (AAL) for failing to look into important issues in a third-party investigation that looked into complaints about alleged abuses by its subsidiaries.