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Construction of Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Tower has surged forward, now reaching the 70th floor as of mid-2025. When completed, it will surpass 1,000 meters, overtaking Dubai’s Burj Khalifa and claiming the title of the tallest building in the world. Designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture and overseen by the Kingdom Holding Company, the […]

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of British Columbia and published in Nature Food (2025) has revealed that if global food trade were to suddenly halt, Guyana would be the only country capable of fully feeding its population across all major food categories, including grains, pulses, fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and fish.

Environmental groups warn that the U.S. recreational vehicle industry is fueling large-scale deforestation in Borneo by relying heavily on tropical wood for production. A joint investigation by Earthsight and Auriga Nusantara found that plywood made from rainforest trees, particularly “lauan,” is widely used in RV interiors and exteriors. Major manufacturers such as Jayco, Winnebago, and

With the rollout of new waste and green bin carts just weeks away, Waterloo Region is reminding households to choose their preferred cart size before the September 5, 2025 deadline. Residents can select between the default 240-litre garbage cart or a smaller 120-litre version, but those who don’t make a choice will automatically receive the

On August 19, 2025, Singapore and Thailand signed their first bilateral carbon credit transfer agreement under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, making it Singapore’s first such deal with a Southeast Asian country. The agreement sets up a binding framework that allows Singapore to buy verified carbon credits from emission-reduction projects in Thailand, with proper

Louisiana regulators have approved Entergy’s plan to build three new natural gas power plants to meet the massive electricity demands of Meta’s upcoming $10 billion artificial intelligence data center. Two plants will be constructed in Richland Parish and one near Waterford, collectively expected to generate around 2.25–2.5 gigawatts—more than twice New Orleans’ current power needs.

The UK government has announced stricter regulations on the export of waste tyres following reports that millions were being shipped to unregulated facilities and makeshift furnaces in countries like India, posing serious health and environmental risks. An internal review by the Environment Agency revealed that many tyres were subjected to pyrolysis—a process that produces toxic

The United Nations’ attempt to forge a global plastic pollution treaty ended in a stalemate in Geneva, highlighting the challenge of uniting 184 countries with divergent priorities. Delegates disagreed on whether the treaty should restrict plastic production or focus primarily on waste management and recycling. Countries such as the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait

In Australia, farmers are pioneering a unique approach called solar grazing, where sheep are allowed to graze beneath solar panels, creating a win-win scenario for renewable energy production and agriculture. This dual-use strategy—also known as agrivoltaics—helps manage vegetation naturally, reducing the need for mechanical mowing and chemical herbicides. The solar panels provide shade, keeping sheep

This summer, the UK has witnessed a notable resurgence of wildlife, with butterfly and bird populations thriving across multiple regions. Species such as the purple emperor butterfly have reached record numbers in areas like Knepp Estate in West Sussex, while rare birds like the Montagu’s harrier have successfully bred in the wild for the first