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3 days ago
Environment

Sustainability In Your Ear: Author Michael Maniates on Why Green Shopping Isn't Enough

Business
fromFast Company
6 hours ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why Big Tech companies got quiet on climate change

Tech companies are prioritizing AI growth over climate goals, raising concerns about their ability to meet emissions reduction targets.
Environment
fromEarth911
3 days ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Author Michael Maniates on Why Green Shopping Isn't Enough

Buying eco-labeled products does not lead to significant systemic change in reducing carbon emissions.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
#climate-change
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Tuvalu, tiny Pacific nation at the forefront of climate crisis, to host world leaders before Cop31 summit

Tuvalu will host a pre-Cop31 meeting to prepare for climate negotiations led by Chris Bowen and Turkey's climate minister.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Suddenly, boom, it's completely warm': summers are getting longer especially in Sydney, study finds

Summer conditions in global cities are arriving earlier, lasting longer, and feeling more intense due to human-induced climate change.
Media industry
fromThe Nation
17 hours ago

A Burning House, a Quiet Media, a Silenced Majority

Media significantly influences public perception and action on climate change, shaping narratives that affect voting, consumer behavior, and personal discussions.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Inside a jubilant DC conference where the climate deniers are in charge now'

March was the hottest month in U.S. history, while climate deniers gathered to promote misinformation and influence federal policy.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Welcome to The Hotspot, our new newsletter on sport's relationship with the climate crisis

Sport faces significant challenges due to climate change, impacting athletes, competitions, and the environment.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Tuvalu, tiny Pacific nation at the forefront of climate crisis, to host world leaders before Cop31 summit

Tuvalu will host a pre-Cop31 meeting to prepare for climate negotiations led by Chris Bowen and Turkey's climate minister.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Suddenly, boom, it's completely warm': summers are getting longer especially in Sydney, study finds

Summer conditions in global cities are arriving earlier, lasting longer, and feeling more intense due to human-induced climate change.
#energy-crisis
World politics
fromFortune
8 hours ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

How countries are tackling the global energy crisis

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to a global energy crisis with rising oil prices and various countries implementing fuel rationing measures.
World politics
fromFortune
8 hours ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

How countries are tackling the global energy crisis

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to a global energy crisis with rising oil prices and various countries implementing fuel rationing measures.
fromTruthout
7 hours ago

Europe Has "Maybe 6 Weeks" of Jet Fuel Left, Top Energy Official Says

In Europe, we have maybe six weeks or so (of) jet fuel left. If we are not able to open the Strait of Hormuz ... I can tell you soon we will hear the news that some of the flights from city A to city B might be canceled as a result of lack of jet fuel.
Europe news
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

Trump says windmills put you out of business' as he hits out at UK North Sea policy

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
#climate-action
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Climate Action Youth Summit 2026: Free Boba & Activities

The 2026 Climate Action Youth Summit empowers youth through presentations, community engagement, and hands-on activities focused on climate action.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Climate Action Youth Summit 2026: Free Boba & Activities

The 2026 Climate Action Youth Summit empowers youth through presentations, community engagement, and hands-on activities focused on climate action.
Environment
fromFast Company
8 hours ago

A U.S. state just banned big AI data centers. Here's why it might not be the last

Maine has enacted a temporary ban on large data centers to assess their environmental and energy impacts before allowing construction.
#solar-energy
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

How South Korea plans to use the Iran crisis to spur a renewables revolution

Guyang-ri village uses solar energy profits to fund communal meals and welfare programs, strengthening community bonds and enhancing quality of life.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Here comes the sun: New bill would let New Yorkers hang solar panels from windows

Lauren Phillips has reduced her utility costs by installing a small solar panel on her balcony, highlighting a potential shift in solar energy accessibility for apartment dwellers.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

How South Korea plans to use the Iran crisis to spur a renewables revolution

Guyang-ri village uses solar energy profits to fund communal meals and welfare programs, strengthening community bonds and enhancing quality of life.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Here comes the sun: New bill would let New Yorkers hang solar panels from windows

Lauren Phillips has reduced her utility costs by installing a small solar panel on her balcony, highlighting a potential shift in solar energy accessibility for apartment dwellers.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Environmentalists sue Trump administration over mining in Mojave National Preserve

A lawsuit challenges the approval of mining operations in Mojave National Preserve, citing environmental concerns and legal violations by the National Park Service.
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Desert power: The promise and paradox of solar

Noor, meaning light in Arabic, is a solar facility that produces enough energy to power more than a million homes, utilizing concentrated solar power instead of traditional PV panels.
Independent films
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Can Microsoft really meet its carbon-negative goal by 2030?

Microsoft claims to match its electricity consumption with renewable energy, but critics argue this is greenwashing due to rising carbon emissions.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 days ago

"Sweeping Restructuring" of U.S. Forest Service Fuels Public Lands Concerns - SnowBrains

The U.S. Forest Service is undergoing a major restructuring, relocating headquarters and closing regional offices, which critics argue weakens its effectiveness.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Watch Out for the 'Off-Grid' Problem Hiding in Your Business Model

Growth advantages can turn into liabilities when customer retention declines, increasing the burden of fixed costs on remaining users.
London
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Stop Treating ESG Like a Costly Obligation - When Used Well, It Becomes a Growth Advantage

ESG identifies operational and financial risks, enhancing resilience and performance beyond mere compliance.
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Mapping the Technosphere: Architecture as an Interface Between Systems and Territories

Architecture can no longer be conceived as an isolated object, detached from the technical networks that sustain contemporary life. This condition calls for new readings and approaches.
Design
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

On the streets of Dublin I met fuel protesters and the people who support them yet our leaders still don't get it | Caelainn Hogan

Fuel protests in Ireland highlight the impact of high fuel taxes on farmers and the broader population, emphasizing the need for a transition to clean energy.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

Advocates Reject Zenith Energy Investigation in Letter Delivered to Mayor's Office - Portland Mercury

Local environmental advocates express frustration with Mayor Wilson for not revoking Zenith Energy's land use credentials despite alleged violations.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

2026 BAYCS Earth Day Festival

The 2026 BAYCS Earth Day Festival offers free activities, food, and networking opportunities for all ages in San Francisco.
France news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

France unveils measures to speed up shift to electric power

France plans to accelerate the shift to electric power for transport and housing due to rising oil and gas prices from the Middle East conflict.
#energy-policy
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago
UK politics

Reeves looking to break link between gas cost and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 hours ago
UK politics

Reeves vows to break link between cost of gas and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 hours ago

Reeves vows to break link between cost of gas and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
17 hours ago

Britain's first major AI data centre sparks net zero clash as gas power plans revealed

Britain's first major data centre project will rely on gas energy, conflicting with climate commitments.
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

India walked away from its bid to host COP33 here's why

One of the key reasons for India's withdrawal appears to be the steadily declining relevance of COP in driving meaningful global climate action. The complete erosion of trust among countries at the Belem summit in Brazil, where several nations reneged on previously agreed commitments, seems to have contributed significantly to this decision.
World politics
France news
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

France climate targets off track as emissions cuts slow again

France's greenhouse gas emissions reductions have slowed, remaining insufficient to meet 2030 climate targets despite previous declines.
Europe news
fromBusiness Matters
13 hours ago

Europe faces jet fuel crunch as gulf supply crisis deepens

European aviation faces a fuel crisis that could lead to flight cancellations by June due to dwindling jet fuel reserves and supply disruptions.
Philosophy
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

I'm worried there's too much of me,' says a birch: inside the interspecies council giving nature a voice

Interspecies councils expand governance representation to include non-human voices, promoting a shift in consciousness about our relations with nature.
Environment
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

Where the Hottest Blocks in Your City Are - And How To Cool Them Down - Streetsblog USA

A new tool helps cities identify and cool their hottest streets during heat waves to improve thermal comfort and encourage sustainable transportation.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Don't mention the climate: Trump creates beyond absurd' situation at global finance talks

Governments are pressured to avoid discussing climate issues at global finance talks despite the ongoing oil crisis and urgent climate needs.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

For Keir Starmer to talk of national resilience and ignore nature is absurd | Letters

The UK must address domestic resilience and environmental crises to ensure national security and food stability.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
Non-profit organizations
fromNature
3 weeks ago

'Continuity over novelty': why environmental science needs to rethink its focus

The closure of forest-service research offices threatens long-term ecological research and institutional memory in the US.
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The US Government Will Ask Data Centers How Much Power They Use

"Americans deserve to know how much energy data centers are sucking up and what that's doing to their utility bills. The EIA's mandatory survey is an important first step towards holding data centers accountable, but people are hurting right now."
Environment
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on the looming energy shock: ministers need to show they have a plan | Editorial

Public reassurance is essential for government during crises, but leaders often struggle to manage events effectively.
#fuel-shortages
Europe news
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

Fuel shortages in the EU are not currently evident, but jet fuel supply issues may arise soon due to geopolitical tensions.
UK politics
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Revealed: New poll shows what the public really think of fuel protests

Public blames government for fuel shortages and supports nationwide protests.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

Fuel shortages in the EU are not currently evident, but jet fuel supply issues may arise soon due to geopolitical tensions.
UK politics
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Revealed: New poll shows what the public really think of fuel protests

Public blames government for fuel shortages and supports nationwide protests.
#renewable-energy
US Elections
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK households to be urged to use more power this summer as renewables soar

Households are encouraged to increase energy consumption during surplus renewable energy periods to balance the grid and reduce energy bills.
US Elections
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK households to be urged to use more power this summer as renewables soar

Households are encouraged to increase energy consumption during surplus renewable energy periods to balance the grid and reduce energy bills.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Greens pledge to transform Scotland at manifesto launch

Scottish Greens propose free bus travel, dental care, and new green jobs, funded by taxing the wealthy and polluting industries.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
1 month ago

The Climate Crisis

At a young age, I learned quickly how oil wealth and power could burn the land while people struggled. I saw heat rise off the streets, the Nile strained, and the air thickened with injustice. In my teenage years, through Aotearoa, being on the edge of the Pacific, I felt the ocean breathing heavy, swallowing the shores of islands that have done the least to cause this harm.
Photography
Environment
fromEarth911
2 days ago

Take Action on Arbor Day to Help Our Planet

Trees are essential for a healthy planet, yet they face significant threats from wildfires, droughts, insect infestations, and deforestation.
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

The Role of Exhaust Repairs in Emission Control

Vehicle emissions are critical for compliance and corporate image, making timely exhaust repairs essential for environmental accountability.
Environment
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

The fossil fuel illusion, and New York's chance to move beyond it

Dependence on fossil fuels makes nations vulnerable; transitioning to renewable energy is essential for economic and political stability.
Europe news
fromCity AM
2 weeks ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
Environment
fromAxios
3 days ago

AI's power demands give carbon capture a new push

Big tech companies are leading the development of carbon capture technology to address rising electricity demand from AI and data centers.
Environment
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Heat Waves Are Getting So Brutal That They Just Kill You, Full Stop

Wet bulb temperature is a critical measure of heat and humidity affecting human survivability, revealing a lower threshold for mass heat death than previously thought.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Record number of homes in Great Britain turn to green energy as fuel prices soar

Octopus Energy reported that its heat pump orders more than doubled in March compared to February, while sales of solar power systems increased by almost 80%. This trend reflects a growing consumer shift towards renewable energy solutions.
Environment
fromNature
1 week ago

'Net zero' isn't madness: the staggering economic costs of climate change

The overarching message of The Economics of Climate Change: The Stern Review was that failing to invest in mitigating climate change would exact an alarmingly high price, estimated between 5% and 20% of global GDP per year.
Environment
Artificial intelligence
fromDanielmiessler
1 month ago

The Great Transition

Multiple simultaneous transitions are reshaping how knowledge moves from private expert domains to public accessibility through AI and LLMs, fundamentally transforming knowledge work and expertise value.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Daunting but doable': Europe urged to prepare for 3C of global heating

as the EU's climate advisory board urges countries to prepare for a catastrophic 3C of global heating. Maarten van Aalst, a member of the European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change (ESABCC), said the continent was already paying a price for its lack of preparation but that adapting to a hotter future was in part common-sense and low-hanging fruit. It is a daunting task, but at the same time
Europe politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

A World on Fire Needs More Climate Reporting-Not Less

Covering Climate Now was formed in 2019 in response to the climate silence that then prevailed in much of the press, especially in the United States. Over the years that followed, hundreds of newsrooms joined our effort, and press coverage of the story began to reflect the scale of the crisis. Newsrooms beefed up their climate reporting teams; they confronted misinformation that sought to play down the problem; they thought creatively about how to find the climate connection on every beat.
Environment
Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Global warming isn't a hoax; it's a scientific consensus

Scientific consensus from 97-99% of climate scientists confirms Earth is warming primarily due to human activity, not natural cycles alone.
Environment
fromNature
1 month ago

US climate actions must continue, despite setbacks

The EPA's rescission of the Clean Air Act's endangerment finding removes the legal foundation for federal climate policies, though states and cities continue advancing clean-energy technologies independently.
Environment
fromNature
2 months ago

Exceeding 1.5 C requires rethinking accountability in climate policy

Global temperatures have exceeded 1.5°C, requiring rapid pursuit of net-negative emissions, expanded adaptation, loss-and-damage response, and accountability to prevent further harm.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Economic growth is still heating the planet. Is there any way out?

Economic growth is increasingly linked to rising emissions, prompting post-growth economists to advocate replacing GDP with wellbeing-centered measures to reduce environmental harm.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

UN approves first carbon credits under Paris Agreement market mechanism

The UN-run market allows companies and countries to offset their excess emissions by financing projects that cut greenhouse gases in other nations. The new initiative involves a clean cooking project in Myanmar, which distributes efficient cookstoves that reduce pressure on local forests. Implemented in partnership with a South Korean company, the project will generate credits that will count towards the climate targets of South Korea and Myanmar.
Environment
Environment
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

UN approves first carbon credits under Paris Agreement

The UN's new Paris Agreement carbon market issued its first credits for a Myanmar cookstove project, applying more conservative calculations to prevent greenwashing and build market confidence.
Environment
fromNature
2 months ago

As we breach 1.5 C, we must replace temperature limits with clean-energy targets

Paris 1.5°C goal will be missed; focus should shift to accelerating the clean-energy transition and measure progress by the rate clean energy displaces fossil fuels.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The Fight Over US Climate Rules Is Just Beginning

On Thursday, the Environmental Protection Agency is expected to roll back the endangerment finding, which underpins the US's ability to regulate the greenhouse gases that cause climate change. The rollback, the result of more than 15 years of work from right-wing special interest groups, represents the most aggressive move against climate regulation in the US to date-and will introduce a lengthy fight that's almost certain to wind up in front of the Supreme Court.
Environment
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