Environmental initiatives

The Houston Texans’ plan to offset its pollution is backed by Big Oil and Gas

The Houston Texans, the NFL team reppin’ the city that’s arguably the oil and gas capital of the world, says it wants to go green. So of course the team is working with an oil and gas giant to try to tackle climate change. https://www.theverge.com/2023/1/9/23546460/houston-texans-nfl-offset-emissions-carbon-removal-climate-oil-occidental

Mobility

Hydrogen patents for a clean energy future

A successful transition to a clean energy future will be supported by rapid changes in the global economy and in people’s patterns of energy consumption, all of which have the potential to sustain healthier societies, more equitable outcomes and a more resilient planet. https://www.iea.org/reports/hydrogen-patents-for-a-clean-energy-future

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Start talking trash to save the planet

Green Life Farms announced that its products can now be purchased at more than 550 Publix locations in Florida. https://www.galvnews.com/news_ap/business/green-life-farms-expands-sales-to-280-additional-publix-locations/article_186f7989-9771-5e38-82ff-e4ea4bba0c2f.html?block_id=531919

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Eco-friendly events at your local climate hub to get involved in this month!

Kingston Hive officially opened its temporary hub next to the cycle parking at Kingston Station on Wood Street in November which has allowed it to start offering a range of activities and workshops to help educate and empower communities to tackle climate change. https://kingston.nub.news/news/local-news/kingston-eco-friendly-events-at-your-local-climate-hub-to-get-involved-in-this-month-165850

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Growing concern with sustainability and recycling driving the use of Sustainable Food Packaging according to a new research report

The global eco-friendly food packaging market is expected to reach a size of US$ 380 billion by the end of 2032, as per data released by Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider. https://www.whatech.com/og/markets-research/food-beverage/740279-growing-concern-with-sustainability-and-recycling-driving-the-use-of-sustainable-food-packaging-according-to-a-new-research-report

Sustainability issues in coffee roasting

As with any other area of the coffee supply chain, there are a number of sustainability concerns about roasting. Along with the production of smoke and other harmful particulates, arguably the biggest issues are carbon emissions and hazardous gases. https://perfectdailygrind.com/2023/01/how-to-reduce-emissions-during-coffee-roasting/

Companies

Lovely Poo Poo Launches Eco Toilet Paper Makes Life Easier and Better for the Earth.

Lovely Poo Poo launches the best bamboo towels, and is available in its online store. Since the 21st century, people have been paying more attention to environmental protection and have turned to bamboo products for better environmental protection. https://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/lovely-poo-poo-launches-eco-toilet-paper-makes-life-easier-and-better-for-the-earth

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How to make boda boda safer and sustainable

Tanzania needs to incorporate motorcycles (boda-boda) into the country’s transport systems in ways that are safe, sustainable, and equitable thus ripening from its potentials, and minimising its negative impacts, a recent study suggests https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/how-to-make-boda-boda-safer-and-sustainable-4079742

People

Qatar teens give worn clothes a second life

Project Upcycle draws attention to the need for sustainability and the problem of massive waste in the fashion industry. https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2023/1/8/old-is-new-again-qatar-teens-give-worn-clothes-a-second-life

People

Landowners want to plant 1,000 trees to cut carbon emissions

Landowners in the west of the Island want to create a 1.5-hectare wooded area to tackle climate change. https://www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of-man-news/landowners-want-to-plant-1000-trees-to-cut-carbon-emissions/

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Bob Marshall: We'll never reduce emissions if we won't even talk about it

Teams of world-class scientists and engineers from Louisiana and across the world have produced what is arguably the most advanced science-based coastal resilience strategy in this age of climate change. https://www.nola.com/opinions/bob-marshall-we-need-to-talk-about-reducing-emissions/article_ad2cb9a8-8d92-11ed-b138-fbce4557fcd2.html

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EU suppliers to bear carbon footprint cost

The Philippine export industry is preparing for the implementation of a new regulation of the European Union (EU) that will account for carbon usage in traded goods, a measure that entails additional reporting and friction cost for goods flowing to countries under the regional bloc. https://business.inquirer.net/381418/eu-suppliers-to-bear-carbon-footprint-cost

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Washington state just started capping carbon emissions

Washington state rang in the New Year with the launch of its most ambitious plan to slash carbon pollution. The new “cap-and-invest” program is designed to follow in the footsteps of California, where a cap-and-trade system began in 2013, while trying to learn from its missteps. https://grist.org/economics/washington-state-cap-and-invest-california-lessonsit-works/

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England will ban single-use plastic plates and cutlery for environmental reasons

The British government is poised to ban certain single-use plastic products, a long-awaited step towards reducing pollution that environmentalists hope will be just one of many. https://www.npr.org/2023/01/09/1147831853/england-ban-plastic-plates-cutlery-cups

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IATA, Firm To Provide Passengers’ Accurate Carbon Footprint From Air Travel

IATA and Travalyst have joined forces with the aim of providing consumers with a consistent, accurate, and widely available calculation of their carbon footprint from air travel. https://www.newtelegraphng.com/iata-firm-to-provide-passengers-accurate-carbon-footprint-from-air-travel/

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Bamboo Toothbrush Market Report 2022: Increasing Demand For Eco-Friendly Products Bolsters Sector

Many plastic toothbrushes are discarded every year, ending up in the oceans and landfills. Bamboo toothbrushes are excellent alternatives to plastic toothbrushes. https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230109005523/en/Bamboo-Toothbrush-Market-Report-2022-Increasing-Demand-For-Eco-Friendly-Products-Bolsters-Sector---ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Aldar to develop new sustainable city project on Yas Island

Leading Abu Dhabi developer Aldar Properties is set to build a fully sustainable community on Yas Island in partnership with Diamond Developers, to cash in on the growing demand for eco-friendly living options. https://www.tradearabia.com/news/CONS_404952.html

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Flipkart launches ‘Flipkart Green’, an e-store for sustainable products

According to research from the University of Surrey, it is possible to capture CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into chemicals that are typically derived from fossil fuels. https://scitechdaily.com/new-technology-creates-carbon-neutral-chemicals-out-of-thin-air/

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New Technology Creates Carbon-Neutral Chemicals Out of Thin Air

According to research from the University of Surrey, it is possible to capture CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into chemicals that are typically derived from fossil fuels. https://scitechdaily.com/new-technology-creates-carbon-neutral-chemicals-out-of-thin-air/

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Project Arrow debuts zero emission vehicle at CES

The first Canadian zero-emission vehicle debuted today at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The sleek, silver concept vehicle revealed at the trade show known for buzzy tech debuts was entirely designed, engineered and built in the country. https://www.ept.ca/2023/01/project-arrow-debuts-zero-emission-vehicle-at-ces/

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Less than 10% of plastic has ever been recycled.

In Australia, the numbers aren’t much higher – only 13 percent of plastic is recycled each year, and hundreds of tonnes of the stuff leaks into the marine environment. https://cosmosmagazine.com/earth/plastic-recycled-redcycle-sustainability/

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Why aviation sector needs sustainable aviation fuels, World Economic Forum

The aviation sector remains one of the biggest drivers of the international economy and is seen stressed mainly by multiple global triggers including fuel costs. https://www.zeebiz.com/economy-infra/aviation/news-carbon-neutrality-world-economic-forum-sustainability-aviation-fuel-green-house-gases-indian-airlines-carbon-footprints-sustainable-aviation-fuels-216136

Lifestyle

Hippie Onlyfans Model wants to use earnings to help off the grid

Adult film star Indica Flower has big dreams for her future. The self-proclaimed hippie, who rocks dreadlocks, has taken her talents over to OnlyFans and has saved up $1.5 million from her content in the process. She hopes to save up enough money to eventually live her life off the grid. https://www.outkick.com/hippie-onlyfans-model-wants-to-use-earnings-to-help-live-off-the-grid/

Lifestyle

EPA proposes new rule to crack down on deadly air pollution

For the first time since 2012, the US Environmental Protection Agency is proposing an update to the federal air quality standard for fine soot – a long-awaited step to reduce deadly air pollution. https://edition.cnn.com/2023/01/06/health/epa-air-pollution-standards-climate/index.html

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Cutting methane emissions a top priority

Largely unheralded, the Texas energy industry is taking its methane emissions problem seriously and working like a 1950s roughneck to fix it. https://www.oaoa.com/local-news/cutting-methane-emissions-a-top-priority/

Companies

IKEA reduces emissions with home delivery by boat

By shipping its home deliveries via river barge as far as possible, IKEA can both lower its emissions and make more deliveries in Paris. https://www.warpnews.org/transportation/ikea-reduces-emissions-with-home-delivery-by-boat/

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ICAO’S 2050 NET-ZERO CO2 GOAL FOR INTERNATIONAL AVIATION

In October 2022, member states of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) agreed to a long-term aspirational goal (LTAG) of net-zero carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from aviation by 2050 https://theicct.org/publication/global-aviation-icao-net-zero-goal-jan23/

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Flipkart Green launched: E-commerce marketplace to sell these sustainable products on the new virtual store

The e-commerce giant said that it aims to create a sustainable, equitable and more inclusive e-commerce ecosystem through the ‘Flipkart Green’ Sustainability Store. https://www.zeebiz.com/companies/news-flipkart-green-launched-e-commerce-marketplace-to-sell-these-sustainable-products-on-the-new-virtual-store-check-details-215963

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Gaia: We Refuse Single-Use Plastics

As a product of fossil fuels, plastic is one of the main drivers of the climate crisis. Continued plastic production and consumption heat up global climate temperatures, deplete our resources, intoxicate the environment, and create public health issues, feed incinerators, and choke landfills and oceans. https://www.pressenza.com/2023/01/gaia-we-refuse-single-use-plastics/

Companies

Companies' pledges on plastic pollution avoid root problem

The researchers reviewed the annual reports of nearly 1,000 of the world’s largest companies and found, for instance, that 72% of the top 300 companies on the Fortune Global 500 list have made some form of voluntary commitment to reduce plastic pollution. https://www.forbesindia.com/article/fuqua-school-of-business/companies-pledges-on-plastic-pollution-avoid-root-problem/82361/1

Mobility

How sustainable aviation fuels can tackle aviation’s carbon foot

Aviation remains one of the biggest drivers of the international economy.While aviation is a big contributor to climate change, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) can dramatically contribute to decreasing our carbon footprint. Businesses can send the market signals needed to increase the demand for SAF and more sustainable fuels. https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/01/sustainable-aviation-fuels-carbon-footprint-davos23/

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India approves $2.3 billion to develop green hydrogen

Marking its biggest effort yet to make India a global hub for production, use and export of hydrogen, the Indian federal government approved $2.3 billion funding with an aim to grow various segments of the green hydrogen sector in India https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/india-approves-23-billion-develop-green-hydrogen-96228968

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Goodyear develops 70% sustainable-material tire with industry-leading innovations

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced on January 5, 2023 the release of a demonstration tire with 70% sustainable-material content, including industry-leading innovations. https://news.goodyear.eu/goodyear-develops-70-sustainable-material-tire-with-industry-leading-innovations/

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Samsung Takes Sustainable Living to the Next Level at CES 2023

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced innovations designed to bring about a new era of sustainable living. With services like SmartThings Energy setting new standards for household efficiency, Samsung’s latest Bespoke home appliances empower users to save both energy and money. https://news.samsung.com/ca/samsung-takes-sustainable-living-to-the-next-level-at-ces-2023

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Inslee touts 'cap-and-invest' program to reduce carbon emissions

Two new environmental incentive programs, launched Jan. 1 this year, will help Washington meet its strict carbon emission targets, Gov. Jay Inslee announced on January 4, 2023. https://www.cascadiadaily.com/news/2023/jan/05/inslee-touts-cap-and-invest-program-to-reduce-carbon-emissions/

Environmental initiatives

Rapid Step towards the Net-zero Emissions to Revolutionized the Synthetic Fuel Market

The increased government funding for low-carbon fuel development and steps to mitigate the adverse impact of rising oil prices are expected to drive the synthetic fuel industry growth in the future years. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/rapid-step-towards-net-zero-140200053.html

Mobility

Washington adopts plan for transition to zero-emission vehicles

On December 19, 2023 the Washington Department of Ecology updated its Clean Vehicles Program to require that all new, light-duty vehicles sold in Washington meet zero-emission vehicle standards by 2035. https://www.goldendalesentinel.com/news/washington-adopts-plan-for-transition-to-zero-emission-vehicles/article_cdce4478-8c4e-11ed-9dbd-aff30f53ada6.html

Living

Sharjah Sustainable City celebrates year of milestones toward sustainable living

Sharjah Sustainable City is the first sustainable master-planned community developed by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority https://www.zawya.com/en/business/real-estate/sharjah-sustainable-city-celebrates-year-of-milestones-toward-sustainable-living-k7y4q60h

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India’s initiative towards sustainable environment

As part of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), the Indian Government unveiled a list of 75 lifestyle practices that can promote climate-friendly behaviour. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/voices/indias-initiative-towards-sustainable-environment/

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The world is looking to rein in single-use plastic. Will corporations in Bangladesh pay heed?

For a country that was the first to ban plastic bags, Bangladesh has failed miserably at containing the use of single-use plastic. The big corporations, despite their showy social commitments, bear a large responsibility https://www.tbsnews.net/features/panorama/world-looking-rein-single-use-plastic-will-corporations-bangladesh-pay-heed-562582

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How Airbus Aims To Reduce Carbon Emissions Using Nature-Inspired Wings

In 2020, Airbus introduced the first aircraft demonstrator, AlbatrossONE, to combat the effects of turbulence and reduce carbon emissions in the environment. Airbus performed ground-based tests on the AlbatrossONE demonstrator, and the aircraft performed swing testing to test mass properties under different loads. https://simpleflying.com/reduce-carbon-emissions-using-nature-inspired-wings/

Companies

Hachette Announces New Carbon Emissions Reduction Strategy

Hachette Livre - The parent company of Hachette Book Group - has announced an ambitious carbon reduction strategy that aims to cut 30% of the company’s carbon emissions by 2030. https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/manufacturing/article/91217-hachette-announces-new-carbon-emissions-reduction-strategy.html

People

Stella McCartney on Building a More Sustainable Fashion Industry in 2023

Stella McCartney has long been at the forefront of fashion’s sustainability movement. But despite a flurry of climate commitments from brands in recent years, change has remained slow across the industry at large. https://www.vogue.com/article/stella-mccartney-sustainability-goals-2023

Companies

Samsung has big plans for sustainable living by reducing carbon footprint at home

The company aims to become the most energy-efficient appliance brand globally to help consumers reduce their environmental impact with innovations such as SmartThings Energy, which can set new standards for household efficiency https://www.businesstoday.in/technology/news/story/samsung-has-big-plans-for-sustainable-living-by-reducing-carbon-footprint-at-home-358985-2023-01-05

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Mercedes-Benz Energy and Lohum Advancing Battery Sustainability Through Multi-Year 2nd Life Partnership

Mercedes-Benz Energy and Lohum are pleased to announce a strategic partnership through a multi-year supply contract agreement for second-life batteries. https://www.yahoo.com/now/mercedes-benz-energy-lohum-advancing-112100666.html

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Wizz Doubles Passenger Numbers In 2022 While Reducing Emissions

Wizz Air announced its December and overall 2022 passenger figures on January 4, 2023. And it makes for pleasant reading for Jószef Váradi and his colleagues. https://simpleflying.com/wizz-air-double-passengers-2022-reducing-emissions/

Environmental initiatives

Unlocking the True Power of Clean Geothermal Energy, 12 January 2023

The Geological Survey of Northern Ireland will be hosting a webinar on 12 January 2023 discussing the millimeter wave technology being developed by Quaise Energy and how it can unlock geothermal resources at depths of up to 20 kilometers and temperatures of 500 degrees Celsius. https://www.thinkgeoenergy.com/webinar-unlocking-the-true-power-of-clean-geothermal-energy-12-january-2023/

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More Michigan school districts set to electrify bus fleets in 2023

More electric school buses will be rolling on Michigan's roadways in this new year, thanks in part to a federal grant helping 25 school districts make their first purchase. https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2023/01/03/more-michigan-school-districts-set-to-electrify-bus-fleets-in-2023/69722318007/

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California offshore wind promises a new gold rush while slashing emissions

Installation of enormous floating wind turbines needed to turn West Coast ocean gales into clean electricity remains years off, but results of a federal lease auction this month off California promised to kickstart a work boom on the state's northern and central coasts. https://www.npr.org/2022/12/30/1146141123/california-offshore-wind-promises-a-new-gold-rush-while-slashing-emissions

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Council announces 2030 emissions reduction goal

Taiwan by 2030 aims to reduce emissions by 23 to 25 percent from 2005 levels and achieve net zero emissions by 2050, the National Development Council said on December 28, 2022. https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/front/archives/2022/12/29/2003791608