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Alternative transportation
fromNature
3 months ago

We use 30 billion tonnes of concrete each year - here's how to make it sustainable

Concrete production significantly contributes to global carbon emissions and environmental degradation, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Half of world's CO2 emissions come from 36 fossil fuel firms, study shows

Half of global carbon emissions originate from just 36 fossil fuel companies, necessitating accountability for their contribution to climate change.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Most People Buy a New Phone Every 2.5 Years. There's a Better Way

Encouraging consumers to keep smartphones for five years can significantly reduce carbon emissions.
Partnership aims to extend device lifespan through repairs and policy advocacy.
OMG science
fromState of the Planet
4 hours ago

Playing With Fire: Harnessing Lava To Build Sustainable Cities

The building and construction sectors are major contributors to carbon emissions, but innovative solutions like lava-based materials may help mitigate this issue.
Wine
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Would YOU try wine in aluminium bottles?

Aldi launches UK's first aluminium wine bottle aiming to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable packaging.
Alternative transportation
fromNature
3 months ago

We use 30 billion tonnes of concrete each year - here's how to make it sustainable

Concrete production significantly contributes to global carbon emissions and environmental degradation, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Half of world's CO2 emissions come from 36 fossil fuel firms, study shows

Half of global carbon emissions originate from just 36 fossil fuel companies, necessitating accountability for their contribution to climate change.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Most People Buy a New Phone Every 2.5 Years. There's a Better Way

Encouraging consumers to keep smartphones for five years can significantly reduce carbon emissions.
Partnership aims to extend device lifespan through repairs and policy advocacy.
OMG science
fromState of the Planet
4 hours ago

Playing With Fire: Harnessing Lava To Build Sustainable Cities

The building and construction sectors are major contributors to carbon emissions, but innovative solutions like lava-based materials may help mitigate this issue.
Wine
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Would YOU try wine in aluminium bottles?

Aldi launches UK's first aluminium wine bottle aiming to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable packaging.
#climate-change
World news
fromMail Online
2 months ago

The 36 companies responsible for HALF the world's carbon emissions

A few corporations are accountable for the majority of global pollution, raising urgent calls for accountability and climate action.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A cofounder shares how he pitched his startup and 'earned' his way to compete with Microsoft and Salesforce

Taylor Francis emphasizes profitability in climate action amid political challenges.
Watershed has raised $100M in Series C funding, highlighting growth in emissions data tracking.
European startups
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Twenty companies account for over 40% of all CO emitted by the global fossil fuel sector

20 fossil fuel companies contributed 40.8% of global CO emissions in 2023; 16 are state-owned entities.
China's state-owned companies alone emitted 23% of global CO emissions this year.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

UK banks put 75bn into firms building climate-wrecking carbon bombs', study finds

UK banks invested over $100bn in carbon bomb projects that could significantly harm climate goals.
Major banks like HSBC and Barclays finance numerous climate-destructive projects worldwide.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Adapting to Climate Change: The 2025 Update

Climate change is a human-induced issue that requires immediate and decisive action to mitigate its impacts.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Global sea levels to rise by 6.2ft by 2100, plunging cities underwater

Global sea levels could rise by 6.2 feet by 2100 if CO2 emissions continue to increase.
A new assessment method shows more reliable projections for future sea-level rise.
World news
fromMail Online
2 months ago

The 36 companies responsible for HALF the world's carbon emissions

A few corporations are accountable for the majority of global pollution, raising urgent calls for accountability and climate action.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A cofounder shares how he pitched his startup and 'earned' his way to compete with Microsoft and Salesforce

Taylor Francis emphasizes profitability in climate action amid political challenges.
Watershed has raised $100M in Series C funding, highlighting growth in emissions data tracking.
European startups
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Twenty companies account for over 40% of all CO emitted by the global fossil fuel sector

20 fossil fuel companies contributed 40.8% of global CO emissions in 2023; 16 are state-owned entities.
China's state-owned companies alone emitted 23% of global CO emissions this year.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

UK banks put 75bn into firms building climate-wrecking carbon bombs', study finds

UK banks invested over $100bn in carbon bomb projects that could significantly harm climate goals.
Major banks like HSBC and Barclays finance numerous climate-destructive projects worldwide.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Adapting to Climate Change: The 2025 Update

Climate change is a human-induced issue that requires immediate and decisive action to mitigate its impacts.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Global sea levels to rise by 6.2ft by 2100, plunging cities underwater

Global sea levels could rise by 6.2 feet by 2100 if CO2 emissions continue to increase.
A new assessment method shows more reliable projections for future sea-level rise.
Media industry
fromTechRadar
1 month ago

Sustainability Week: How AI boosts digital advertising performance while cutting CO2 emissions

Digital advertising contributes significantly to carbon emissions, highlighting the need for industry-wide optimization to meet net-zero goals.
#renewable-energy
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Solar crushed 2024, but emissions were up as industry used more natural gas | TechCrunch

The U.S. invested a record amount in energy transition but still saw a rise in carbon emissions.
Solar energy significantly increased capacity, now playing a vital role in U.S. electricity.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

New climate plan will limit objections to wind and solar

New Climate Action Plan mandates renewable energy quotas for regions, complicating objections.
Ireland is on track for only a 29% emissions reduction by 2030, falling short of a 51% target.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Solar crushed 2024, but emissions were up as industry used more natural gas | TechCrunch

The U.S. invested a record amount in energy transition but still saw a rise in carbon emissions.
Solar energy significantly increased capacity, now playing a vital role in U.S. electricity.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

New climate plan will limit objections to wind and solar

New Climate Action Plan mandates renewable energy quotas for regions, complicating objections.
Ireland is on track for only a 29% emissions reduction by 2030, falling short of a 51% target.
#environmental-impact
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Pet dogs have extensive and multifarious' impact on environment, new research finds

The environmental impact of pet dogs is more significant than previously recognized, affecting wildlife and contributing to pollution and carbon emissions.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Pet dogs have extensive and multifarious' impact on environment, new research finds

The environmental impact of pet dogs is more significant than previously recognized, affecting wildlife and contributing to pollution and carbon emissions.
Privacy technologies
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Elon Musk Gets His Way, Private Jets Can Keep Their Flight Data Secret

The FAA has ruled private jets can keep flight data secret, reversing transparency for the wealthy.
Elon Musk's influence led to increased privacy for private jet owners.
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

German court bans Lufthansa's alleged 'greenwashing' ads

A German court ruled that Lufthansa's claims about compensating for carbon emissions in its advertisements were misleading, saying the airline failed to substantiate its claims.
Germany news
#sustainable-practices
Remote teams
fromMashable India
2 months ago

Remote Work Helps The Environment. Here's How.

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered work routines, leading to increased remote work and a notable reduction in carbon emissions from vehicular traffic.
Remote teams
fromMashable India
2 months ago

Remote Work Helps The Environment. Here's How.

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered work routines, leading to increased remote work and a notable reduction in carbon emissions from vehicular traffic.
Environment
fromNature
2 months ago

What is stopping a complete switch to clean energy?

Global energy investment exceeded $3 trillion in 2024, with clean energy receiving two-thirds of funding, highlighting a shift towards lower carbon emissions.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromMashable
2 months ago

Remote work helps the environment. Here's how.

Remote work significantly reduced carbon emissions during the pandemic, changing American commuting habits permanently.
Remote teams
fromMashable
2 months ago

Remote work helps the environment. Here's how.

Remote work significantly reduced carbon emissions during the pandemic, changing American commuting habits permanently.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Timber in construction gets major boost as government pledges new roadmap

The UK aims to promote timber as the main building material to reduce carbon emissions and boost the economy.
London startup
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
3 months ago

Free hot water from your WiFi? The smart tech revolution that could help homeowners save

Recycling waste heat from data centers can significantly lower energy costs for homeowners.
Heata's system provides free hot water by harnessing waste heat from cloud computing.
Gadgets
fromNature
3 months ago

Low-iridium device speeds progress towards green hydrogen

'Green' hydrogen is essential for reducing carbon emissions, but its production cost is currently too high compared to hydrogen from natural gas.
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