The Hague leads the world with first fossil fuel ad ban
The Hague has taken a leading role as the very first city in the world to pass legislation banning ads for fossil fuel products and
September 15, 2024
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Threatened species show recovery in Australia’s national parks
A research from Australia show promising developments for many species that are in danger, with their numbers either staying the same or growing. The NSW
September 10, 2024
ADB to allocate half its annual lending to climate finance by 2030
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has committed to allocate half of its annual lending to climate-finance by 2030. This amount is more than previous target,
September 10, 2024
UK energy auction secures renewable power for 11 million homes
In what could be considered a milestone in renewable energy auction, the UK government managed to get enough new electricity projects that can light up
September 5, 2024
Lego plans transition to renewable plastic despite rising costs
Lego is planning to stop using materials from fossil fuels for its famous bricks by 2032, choosing more expensive renewable and recycled plastics instead. The
September 3, 2024
Electric vehicle sales break global records amid industry challenges
Despite challenges in the electric vehicle market, global EV and plug-in hybrid sales are poised to reach 17 million units this year, up from 13.7
May 5, 2024
Climate tech investment surges to $8.1 billion despite fewer deals
In the first quarter of 2024, climate tech startups secured $8.1 billion, suggesting a potential rebound after the quiet end of 2023, a new report
May 5, 2024
G7 nations commit to phasing out unabated coal power by 2035
The Group of Seven (G7) announced a plan to end the use of “unabated” coal by 2035, leaving exceptions for some countries in particular contexts.
May 3, 2024
91% of European cities use nature-based solutions in climate action plans
A new European Environment Agency (EEA) report reveals that nearly all European cities are adopting nature-based solutions to increase resilience against climate change. In 91%
May 1, 2024
World Bank and ITU report sheds light on ICT sector’s environmental footprint
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the World Bank highlight the need for better data to make digital transformation environmentally sustainable. With digital technologies expanding
April 2, 2024
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