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CompaniesHexagon Purus signs landmark long-term agreement with Hino Trucks for zero emission heavy-duty trucks in the U.S.
With reference to the stock exchange release on 1 March 2023, Hexagon Purus, a world leading manufacturer of zero emission mobility and infrastructure solutions, has signed a distribution agreement with Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/03/15/2627352/0/en/Hexagon-Purus-signs-landmark-long-term-agreement-with-Hino-Trucks-for-zero-emission-heavy-duty-trucks-in-the-U-S.html
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MobilityAnother house has collapsed into the ocean in North Carolina, and its owner will now have to clean up all the debris
Another beachfront home in Rodanthe, North Carolina, has collapsed into the ocean. This is the fourth home to have been swept into the sea in the last year, per The Washington Post. https://www.businessinsider.in/thelife/news/another-house-has-collapsed-into-the-ocean-in-north-carolina-and-its-owner-will-now-have-to-clean-up-all-the-debris/articleshow/98625444.cms
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LifestyleTravelers who don't know how to go off the grid bring 7 suitcases and a microwave to stay in a yurt, according to owners of rustic Airbnbs
Travelers may crave a break from their phones, but going off the grid can prove difficult for some. Airbnbs hosts in Missouri and Georgia share mishaps they've witnessed at their remote properties. Some guests bring too much luggage and even appliances; others have irrational fears of wildlife. https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-hosts-share-how-city-travelers-mess-up-when-going-off-the-grid-2023-3
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Environmental initiativesSolar project to reduce campus greenhouse gas emissions by 600 to 700 tons annually
The concept of innovating in the present to shape the future is not new. Companies that have been around for decades or even centuries continue to remain relevant despite climate change and geopolitical adversities thanks to their age-old innovative spirit and technology driven mindset. https://www.forbes.com/sites/sap/2023/03/14/simulating-the-future-can-help-reduce-waste-emissions-and-inequalities/?sh=7fecd66e4781
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CompaniesPure EV Electric Scooters in Nepal: White Lotus Group Nepal
White Lotus Group Nepal, the authorized distributor of Pure EV scooters in Nepal, currently offers two e-scooters in Nepal. https://techlekh.com/pure-ev-electric-scooters-price-nepal/
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Environmental initiativesAnother Step Toward Zero Emissions: A Medium-Duty Electric Mack Truck
The MD Electric will meet the needs of trucking applications requiring dry van/refrigerated, stake/flatbed, and dump vocations. https://cleantechnica.com/2023/03/12/another-step-toward-zero-emissions-a-medium-duty-electric-mack-truck/
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Environmental initiativesNew voluntary guide to help farmers reduce ammonia emissions
A new guide has been released which sets out simple steps farmers, advisors and contractors can take to reduce ammonia emissions to help improve air quality https://www.openaccessgovernment.org/new-voluntary-guide-to-help-farmers-reduce-air-pollution-from-ammonia/48205/
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Environmental initiativesZero-emission minibuses: Let’s recognise their benefits
Minibuses are too often forgotten in decisions about the future of the coach and bus industry, despite providing a vital service to areas often overlooked and underserved by traditional bus networks https://www.route-one.net/opinion/zero-emission-minibuses-lets-recognise-their-benefits/
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Environmental initiativesWomen-led collective aims to educate through sustainable products
Modo Consciente, a women-led collective of 11 local brand companies, aims to educate Puerto Rican shoppers of their consumerism through their sustainable choices of fashion, beauty products, jewelry, and more. https://newsismybusiness.com/women-led-collective-aims-to-educate-through-sustainable-products/
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Environmental initiativesRoam’s New Production Facility Could Turn Out 50,000 Electric Motorcycles Per Year
Roam, a Nairobi-based technology company that develops, designs, and deploys electric vehicles tailored for the African continent, has just unveiled its new production facility that is more than 10,000 square meters in size. https://cleantechnica.com/2023/03/09/roams-new-production-facility-could-turn-out-50k-electric-motorcycles-per-year/
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Environmental initiativesCould Self-Driving Electric Boats Reduce C02 Emissions?
Electric cars are driving on roads and now electric hydrofoil boats have taken to the seas. https://www.insideedition.com/could-self-driving-electric-boats-reduce-c02-emissions-80263
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Environmental initiativesDebate shapes up over using land to limit carbon emissions
Oregon’s vast farm and forestlands could be enlisted to capture carbon and reduce heat-trapping greenhouse gasses under a bill that awaits further work in a legislative committee. https://www.dailyastorian.com/news/debate-shapes-up-over-using-land-to-limit-carbon-emissions/article_94b571a6-c14c-11ed-a3a5-973859ceaef1.html
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Environmental initiativesBuilding managers can digitally assess carbon footprints, set emissions targets, manage emissions
As national leaders seek proof of progress towards net zero goals, they are calling on building owners to set goals, track progress, and report transparently against targets. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/building-managers-can-digitally-assess-carbon-footprints-set-emissions-targets-manage-emissions-and-track-progress-for-reporting-301769332.html
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CompaniesToyota's Smart Solar Tonneau Cover Reacts To The Weather Without You Lifting A Finger
A tonneau cover can turn a pickup truck's bed into a close approximation of a normal car's trunk, but Toyota believes that it can be far more useful than simply covering the loading area and has developed a new smart tonneau that will think for itself to protect your payload from the elements, improve aerodynamics, and even possibly aid in the charging of a Tundra Hybrid or electric Tacoma.
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Environmental initiativesFormula 2’s advanced sustainable fuel will be the next breakthrough
All Formula 2 vehicles have started to use Advanced Sustainable Fuels for the first time in a competitive setting. https://interestingengineering.com/transportation/formula-2s-sustainable-fuel-breakthrough
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MobilityArtificial intelligence is booming – so is its carbon footprint
Artificial intelligence has become the tech industry’s shiny new toy, with expectations it’ll revolutionise trillion-dollar industries from retail to medicine. But the creation of every new chatbot and image generator requires a lot of electricity, which means the technology may be responsible for a massive and growing amount of planet-warming carbon emissions. https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2023/03/13/artificial-intelligence-is-booming---so-is-its-carbon-footprint
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CompaniesExtreme E Is First Sport Powered By ‘Completely Clean’ Energy
One of the many challenges when running motor races in inhospitable and remote locations is providing sufficient site power – particularly if your racing cars are electric https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamesmorris/2023/03/12/extreme-e-is-first-sport-powered-by-completely-clean-energy/?ss=sustainability&sh=50f6a66c4ce4
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Environmental initiativesHow to reduce ammonia emissions from agriculture
As the document points out, action on ammonia is required urgently to achieve better outcomes for nature, and for public health. Addressing this challenge is essential to see agriculture thrive while at the same time protecting our environment. https://www.farminglife.com/business/how-to-reduce-ammonia-emissions-from-agriculture-4059814
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PeopleTucson high schooler helps local restaurants go green
Plastic items from takeout food and drinks make up almost half of the human-made waste in the world's oceans, a 2021 study published in the journal Nature Sustainability found. https://tucson.com/news/solutions/tucson-high-schooler-helps-local-restaurants-go-green/article_b99339c2-a1ad-11ed-be67-c71feea92c62.html
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Environmental initiativesOregon DOT touts progress reducing emissions, says effort is still falling short
Oregon’s greenhouse gas emissions due to transportation are expected to reach 60 percent below 1990 levels by 2050, according to new data shared by the Oregon Department of Transportation. https://www.koin.com/news/environment/oregon-dot-touts-progress-reducing-emissions-says-effort-is-still-falling-short/
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Environmental initiativesGrants given to nine Indiana companies to fight diesel emissions
The Indiana Volkswagen Mitigation Trust Fund Committee awarded $3,361,120 to nine companies in Indiana to help reduce diesel emissions in its latest round of funding on Feb. 24. https://www.idsnews.com/article/2023/03/diesel-emissions-grant-indiana-volkswagen-carbon-dioxide-grant-environment
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Environmental initiativesSA aims for zero emissions with LPG by 2045
WITH 135,000 South Australian homes relying on LPG for in-home cooking, hot water and heating (some 2 million nationally), new research demonstrates eight distinct, commercially viable pathways for Australia’s LPG sector to achieve not only net zero emissions, but actual zero, by 2045. https://www.miragenews.com/sa-aims-for-zero-emissions-with-lpg-by-2045-964864/
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Environmental initiativesFuturistic zero-emission street sweepers could close climate gap
Electric cars have made big strides, but large vehicles lag. Everett’s airport could soon be swept up in the wave of the future. https://www.heraldnet.com/news/futuristic-zero-emission-street-sweepers-could-close-climate-gap/
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LifestyleAre electric cars really better for the environment?
The U.S. transportation sector is in the midst of an aggressive push to replace fossil fuels and the internal combustion engine with renewable energy and zero emissions electric vehicles. https://ktla.com/automotive/are-electric-cars-really-better-for-the-environment/
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Environmental initiativesShould Fashion Industry Switch To Sustainability To Fight Climate Change?
Brands may promote circularity - refurbish, repair, and resell used clothing, reducing the need for new clothing. https://www.thequint.com/news/environment/should-fashion-industry-switch-to-sustainability-to-fight-climate-change#read-more
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Environmental initiativesAction needed to combat plastic life cycle
The lifecycle of plastic, from extraction to disposal, is linked to significant harms: climate change, poor quality air, water, and soil, decreased biodiversity, social and environmental injustice, and numerous, sometimes fatal health problems for all forms of life. https://www.dailyitem.com/opinion/action-needed-to-combat-plastic-life-cycle/article_b6d66dce-bebf-11ed-9105-8ff9371b1547.html
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Environmental initiativesPutting planet first: This woman-led marketplace sells only green products
Hyderabad-based Emusa provides online market space for like-minded small and medium enterprises that provide non-toxic, organic, recycled & upcycled material products https://www.thehansindia.com/business/putting-planet-first-this-woman-led-marketplace-sells-only-green-products-787340https://www.thehansindia.com/business/putting-planet-first-this-woman-led-marketplace-sells-only-green-products-787340
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Environmental initiativesFor Every Person on Earth, There Are 21,000 Pieces of Plastic in the Ocean
An analysis of global plastic data over the past four decades, published in the journal PLOS ONE, found that there’s now an estimated 170 trillion plastic particles — more than 2.2 million tons — floating in the world’s oceans. https://www.gizmodo.com.au/2023/03/for-every-person-on-earth-there-are-21000-pieces-of-plastic-in-the-ocean/
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CompaniesHormel Foods Named One of Barron’s Most Sustainable U.S. Companies
Hormel Foods Corporation, a Fortune 500 global branded food company, was named to Barron's list of the 100 most sustainable U.S. companies for 2023. https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/hormel-foods-named-one-barron-210000920.html
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Environmental initiativesLooming Aggressive Government Deadlines for Zero Emission Vehicles
Looming Aggressive Government Deadlines for Zero Emission Vehicles Underscore the Immense Scale of Challenges Facing Automakers and Suppliers to Deliver 45 Million EVs in 2030 https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/looming-aggressive-government-deadlines-for-zero-emission-vehicles-underscore-the-immense-scale-of-challenges-facing-automakers-and-suppliers-to-deliver-45-million-evs-in-2030-301767564.html
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Environmental initiativesAmazon among cargo shippers pushing to buy zero-emissions sailings in advance
By offering "committed demand" to shippers, a new non-profit born from the Cargo Owners for Zero Emission Vessels alliance is aiming to speed availability of zero-emissions fuels and technologies in maritime. https://www.rivieramm.com/news-content-hub/amazon-among-cargo-shippers-pushing-to-buy-zero-emission-sailings-in-advance-75295
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Environmental initiativesEmissions cut in central London by 46% - City Hall data
The capital's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) saw harmful pollution decrease in central and inner London, according to a new City Hall report. https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-64588940
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Environmental initiativesVirtual Fab Helps to Reduce Carbon Footprint of Semiconductor Manufacturing Processes
The Belgium-based research and innovation hub imec developed a virtual fab model that enables the hub and its partners to assess current manufacturing choices, identify areas of focus, and project the future of the environmental impact of semiconductor manufacturing processes. https://www.photonics.com/Articles/Virtual_Fab_Helps_to_Reduce_Carbon_Footprint_in/a68825
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CompaniesSLB Says It Can Build Wells With 80% Lower Carbon Footprint
SLB introduced the EcoShield™ cementless geopolymer system that minimizes the carbon footprint of well construction on March 8, 2023. https://carbonherald.com/slb-says-it-can-build-wells-with-80-lower-carbon-footprint/
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Environmental initiativesStudy shows ‘a growing plastic smog’ in the ocean of 171 trillion particles
A new study reports there is as “growing plastic smog” of more than 170 trillion particles floating in the world’s oceans. https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/3892125-study-shows-a-growing-plastic-smog-in-the-ocean-of-171-trillion-particles/
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Environmental initiativesHere’s how the UK can get reliable zero-carbon electricity by 2035
The UK can build a reliable, secure and cost-effective electricity system that is decarbonised by 2035, says the government’s advisory Climate Change Committee ( https://www.carbonbrief.org/ccc-heres-how-the-uk-can-get-reliable-zero-carbon-electricity-by-2035/
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Environmental initiativesAirbus’ most popular aircraft takes to the skies with 100% sustainable aviation fuel
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is a key element for the future reduction of air transportation’s carbon footprint, and Airbus is continuing its testing of this bio-jet fuel with a new VOLCAN flight test campaign using the best-selling A320 Family aircraft. https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/stories/2023-03-airbus-most-popular-aircraft-takes-to-the-skies-with-100-sustainable
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Environmental initiativesThe Dishonest Accounting of Net-Zero Emissions
“Zero” is an elegant word, the last word in a descending line down a scale from something to nothing. https://whowhatwhy.org/economy/business/the-dishonest-accounting-of-net-zero-emissions/
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Environmental initiativesOcean treaty: Historic agreement reached after decade of talks
Nations have reached a historic agreement to protect the world's oceans following 10 years of negotiations. The High Seas Treaty aims to help place 30% of the seas into protected areas by 2030, to safeguard and recuperate marine nature. https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-64815782
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CompaniesRobert Half Named One of Barron's Most Sustainable Companies 2023
Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has been named to the list of Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the sixth consecutive year. Robert Half has been included every year since the list first debuted in 2018. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/robert-half-named-one-of-barrons-most-sustainable-companies-2023-301763539.html
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Environmental initiativesBig Plastic fights government efforts to curb plastic pollution in court
Environmental groups are in court this week to support the Canadian government’s efforts to fend off an industry-led effort to overturn the designation of plastics as “toxic” under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act https://ecojustice.ca/news/big-plastic-fights-government-efforts-to-curb-plastic-pollution-in-court/
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Environmental initiativesTargeted Regulation Can Reduce the Frequency of High-Ozone Events
The downward trend of ozone levels has slowed in recent years despite regulatory efforts at the federal and state levels. New research suggests that regulation that targets emitters when high-ozone events are most likely could be a cost-effective way of further reducing ozone levels. https://www.resources.org/common-resources/targeted-regulation-can-reduce-the-frequency-of-high-ozone-events/
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Environmental initiativesPolicies To Reduce GHG Emissions Should Look to Agricultural Carbon Markets
As governments and companies look for ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, agricultural sequestration offers one promising method to combat climate change https://www.promarket.org/2023/03/06/policies-to-reduce-ghg-emissions-should-look-to-agricultural-carbon-markets/
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Environmental initiativesBiden-Harris Administration Announces $6 Billion To Drastically Reduce Industrial Emissions and Create Healthier Communities
Funding from President Biden’s Clean Energy Plan Will Create New Economic Opportunities Across the Nation and Bolster American Industrial Leadership Globally https://www.energy.gov/articles/biden-harris-administration-announces-6-billion-drastically-reduce-industrial-emissions
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Environmental initiativesPatagonia uses capitalism to save the planet with the Holdfast Collective
In September 2022, Patagonia, renowned for being at the forefront of environmental advocacy, sustainable production, and progressive business practices, had a new declaration: Earth would be its only shareholder. https://www.fastcompany.com/90850251/holdfast-collective-patagonia-chouinard-earth
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Environmental initiativesDigitalisation can help biggest industrial companies reduce carbon footprint, GSMA says
Mobile and digital technology can help cut about 40 per cent of the required carbon dioxide emissions within the industrial world's top emitters in the next 10 years, London-based industry body GSMA has said. https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/technology/2023/03/02/digitalisation-can-help-biggest-industrial-companies-reduce-carbon-footprint-gsma-says/
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Environmental initiativesKeto diet has highest carbon footprint and lowest nutritional value
Tulane University has compared popular diets analysing their nutritional quality and environmental impact, revealing that the keto diet ranks the worst https://www.openaccessgovernment.org/keto-diet-highest-carbon-footprint-lowest-nutritional-value/154073/
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Environmental initiativesHow JFK’s New Microgrid Will Reduce Emissions and Boost Resilience
Schneider Electric and its joint venture AlphaStruxure are illuminating a new pathway to decarbonizing air transportation at the New Terminal One (NTO) at John F. Kennedy International Airport. https://www.greenbiz.com/webcast/how-jfks-new-microgrid-will-reduce-emissions-and-boost-resilience
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Environmental initiativesWhat lies ahead for Canada's economy as it seeks to reduce carbon emissions
In 2021, Canada’s carbon emissions grew, but not as fast as the economy, according to Sawyer, who added that carbon intensity here — a ratio of emissions and GDP activity — declined by about two per cent. https://financialpost.com/commodities/energy/canada-economy-reduce-carbon-emissions
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Environmental initiativesTop Tips to reduce your dishwashing Carbon footprint
Data from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) suggests that in 2022, global greenhouse emissions increased. https://www.euractiv.com/section/energy-environment/opinion/top-tips-to-reduce-your-dishwashing-carbon-footprint/
