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The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has released the initial draft of its new Corporate Net Zero Standard, a framework aimed at helping businesses set credible, science-based targets to achieve net-zero emissions. This new standard is designed to provide clear guidance for companies on how to align their net-zero commitments with the latest climate science […]

As global supply chains become more vulnerable and climate change disrupts agricultural production, experts are urging Canada to treat its food system as a matter of national security. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the fragility of global food supply chains, with disruptions leading to shortages and price hikes. Canada, despite being one of the world’s largest

Researchers at the University of Cambridge and Imperial College London have developed an innovative nanoplastic material that could transform street lighting by offering a more sustainable and energy-efficient solution. The new nanoplastic, made from recycled plastic waste combined with nanoparticles, boasts exceptional durability, flexibility, and energy storage capacity. This material can absorb solar energy during

Microplastics, tiny plastic particles less than 5mm in size, are increasingly being found in agricultural soil, raising concerns about their impact on crop growth and food security. A recent study published in Nature Reviews Earth & Environment found that farms receive more microplastic pollution than oceans, mainly through irrigation water, compost, fertilizers, and plastic mulch.

A recent study has revealed that Germany’s energy transition (Energiewende) could cost €300 billion less if the country prioritizes energy efficiency alongside renewable energy expansion. The study, conducted by the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW), found that improving insulation, upgrading industrial processes, and adopting energy-saving technologies could significantly reduce overall electricity demand. This would

Scientists have developed a groundbreaking carbon-negative material that could revolutionize the construction industry by reducing the environmental impact of cement and concrete production. Traditional cement manufacturing is responsible for nearly 8% of global CO₂ emissions, making it one of the largest industrial contributors to climate change. The new material, created using biochar, industrial waste, and

In a growing effort to combat climate change, several cities around the world are banning advertisements for high-carbon products such as airlines, SUVs, and fossil fuels. Cities like Amsterdam, Sydney, and parts of the UK have implemented restrictions on ads that promote environmentally harmful industries. Amsterdam was one of the first to ban fossil fuel

In a devastating incident in Zambia, a major spill of acidic waste from a Chinese-owned copper mine caused the Kafue River to “die” overnight. The spill occurred when a tailings dam at the Sino-Metals Leach Zambia mine, located in the northern region of the country, collapsed, releasing around 50 million liters of toxic waste into