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Montreal has inaugurated its first indoor facility dedicated to processing organic waste, located in the Saint-Laurent borough. With an investment of $169 million, this facility is capable of handling up to 50,000 tonnes of organic materials, such as food scraps and yard waste, each year. By processing the waste locally, the city aims to reduce […]

In a pioneering effort to address climate change, scientists, including a team led by researchers at the University of Illinois and the Carnegie Institution for Science, have genetically engineered crops such as sugarcane and sorghum to absorb more carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. By enhancing the plants’ photosynthetic pathways, the modifications allow them to

On December 26, 2024, thousands gathered across Southeast Asia and South Asia to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in history. The tsunami, triggered by a 9.1 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, struck 14 countries, killing around 230,000 people. In Indonesia, memorial

China has announced plans to build the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet, aiming to produce an estimated 300 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. This output would significantly surpass that of the Three Gorges Dam, currently the largest hydropower facility globally. The project is a cornerstone of China’s efforts to

New research highlights that two communities on Vancouver Island, Nanaimo and Cowichan, are losing freezing winter days at a faster pace than the national average in Canada. Over the decade from 2014 to 2023, Nanaimo recorded a loss of 18 days where temperatures dipped below zero, while Cowichan experienced a similar reduction of 17 days.

In a significant policy reversal, major European energy giants like BP and Shell have scaled back their renewable energy investments, redirecting focus to oil and gas ventures. This change comes in response to energy market volatility following geopolitical crises, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which drove up energy costs and delayed clean energy policies. The

Billie Eilish’s recent world tour has made waves not only for its musical success but also for its commitment to sustainability. Eilish, known for her environmental advocacy, ensured that her tour incorporated eco-friendly practices from start to finish. The tour’s efforts included reducing carbon emissions by using renewable energy sources, minimizing plastic waste, and promoting

The Hague has become the first major city to implement a ban on fossil fuel advertisements, marking a significant step in the fight against climate change. The city council voted to prohibit all fossil fuel-related ads across public spaces, including billboards, buses, and public transport. This move is aimed at reducing the influence of fossil

A recent study has introduced an innovative method for monitoring plastic pollution in rivers and lakes using remote sensing technology. Researchers from the University of Minnesota developed a technique that analyzes the light reflected off plastic debris to distinguish it from other natural materials such as algae, sediment, or organic matter. This allows them to

Barcelona’s metro system is pioneering a new initiative that uses regenerative braking to generate energy, which not only powers the trains and stations but also supplies electric vehicle (EV) charging points. Through this system, the energy produced when trains brake is captured and stored, then redirected to both the metro network and charging stations located