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Shubhangi Singh

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Shubhangi Singh is a climate journalist at Sustainability Economics News. Her areas of interest include carbon markets, nature investments, climate policies, and any and all human interest stories. She graduated with a degree in Political Science and has since explored the world of writing through multiple industries.

New Mexico imposes record $24.5 million fine on oil and gas ...

The state of New Mexico has levied a historic fine of $24.5 million against oil and gas company Ameredev II, LLC, over alleged violations...

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UN launches forum for insurance transition to net zero, emph...

In response to the closure of the Net-Zero Insurance Alliance (NZIA) and amid calls for stronger climate action, the United Nations has i...

205 days ago

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Britons demand fossil fuel-free pension investments as calls...

A recent poll conducted by DIY investment platform Tillit has revealed a growing desire among Britons for more control over their pension...

205 days ago

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German parliament passes controversial climate reform

In a move aimed at reshaping Germany’s approach to climate protection, the Bundestag, the lower house of the German parliament, has...

205 days ago

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Nature degradation could lead to 12% GDP loss in the UK, new...

An analysis conducted by the Green Finance Institute (GFI) reveals that the deterioration of the UK’s natural environment poses a s...

205 days ago

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Calstrs delays climate report due to errors, concerns over n...

One of the world’s largest pension plans, Calstrs, has announced a delay in the publication of its 2023 climate report after uncovering...

206 days ago

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UAE Energy Minister foresees surpassing renewable energy tar...

At the World Economic Forum’s special meeting in Riyadh, UAE’s Energy Minister, Suhail Al Mazrouei, expressed confidence that...

206 days ago

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BHP’s potential takeover bid of Anglo American spotlig...

The metals industry is abuzz with talks of a monumental £31 billion ($39 billion) takeover bid by Australian behemoth BHP Group Ltd for ...

206 days ago

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Canada boosts biofuel industry with multi-billion dollar sup...

Canada’s biofuel industry is poised for a significant boost following the federal government’s announcement of a multi-billio...

206 days ago

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Europe’s largest carbon capture project underway in Ro...

Amidst the bustling Rotterdam port, engineers have embarked on Europe’s most ambitious endeavor to combat climate change: the const...

206 days ago

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Calls mount for accelerated action on sustainable finance ta...

In two separate open letters released recently, advocates have urged the Canadian federal government to expedite the development of a sus...

211 days ago

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Australian securities regulator urges firms to prepare for m...

Joe Longo, Chair of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), has underscored the necessity for Australian businesses ...

211 days ago

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Biden administration announces $7 billion grants for residen...

In a landmark move coinciding with Earth Day, the Joe Biden administration unveiled a $7 billion initiative aimed at facilitating the ins...

211 days ago

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Climate bonds standard expands certification to promote defo...

In response to the urgent need for sustainable agri-food systems amidst climate change and biodiversity loss, the Climate Bonds Standard ...

211 days ago

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Hyundai launches EcoGram in Gurugram

In a move towards environmental sustainability, the Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF) has unveiled EcoGram in Gurugram, Haryana, show...

212 days ago

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Passive funds may face hurdles in UK’s new green fund ...

Concerns are mounting that passive, index-tracking funds might be notably absent from the UK’s forthcoming “green” fund...

212 days ago

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Southeast Asia has insufficient green investments: report

A recent report by global consultancy Bain & Company sheds light on Southeast Asia’s inadequate green investments, hindering ef...

212 days ago

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Otis receives approval for science-based GHG emissions reduc...

Otis, an elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company in India, has announced the approval of its near-term sc...

212 days ago

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SOCAR and bp showcase methane emission reduction efforts to ...

Representatives from local oil and gas operators embarked on field visits to the Neftianye Kamni Oil Field and the Sangachal Terminal, or...

212 days ago

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Boeing partners with Wagner to boost SAF availability in Aus...

Boeing has announced a strategic collaboration with Wagner Sustainable Fuels aimed at enhancing the availability of sustainable aviation ...

212 days ago

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Study recommends China shift economic engagement with Africa...

A new study conducted by Boston University’s Global Development Policy Centre and the African Economic Research Consortium suggests...

213 days ago

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JSW Energy secures letter of award for 700 MW solar project ...

JSW Energy has announced that its subsidiary, JSW Neo Energy, has been awarded a letter of award from NTPC for the development of a 700 [...

213 days ago

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Study reveals detrimental impact of Oklahoma’s EDEA po...

A recent study conducted by the Oklahoma Rural Association sheds light on the adverse effects of Oklahoma’s Energy Discrimination E...

213 days ago

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New Zealand commits $25 million to ADB’s energy transi...

New Zealand has pledged $25 million to the Energy Transition Mechanism Partnership Trust Fund (ETMPTF) of the Asian Development Bank (ADB...

213 days ago

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Controversial practice of ‘avoided deforestation’...

A recently published report by the Washington Post documented the practice of ‘avoided deforestation’ in a the heart of the Amazon ra...

213 days ago

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Holtec International sues New York State over nuclear waste ...

Holtec International, the company responsible for decommissioning the Indian Point nuclear power plant in New York, has filed a lawsuit a...

216 days ago

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Study reveals alarming rates of subsidence in China’s ...

A study utilizing nationwide satellite data, published in the journal Science, indicates that nearly half of China's major cities are exp...

216 days ago

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Financial firms rally for treaty to combat plastic pollution...

Ahead of the upcoming fourth meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution (INC-4) in Ottawa, 160 financial...

216 days ago

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Higher interest rates threaten renewable energy sector

Analysts warn that the renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to soaring interest rates, posing a threat to the worldwi...

216 days ago

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Strategies for accelerated climate finance according to the ...

As the urgency of climate change intensifies, governments worldwide are implementing policies to stimulate private climate finance. Howev...

216 days ago

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ABB invests in GridBeyond to enhance energy management solut...

ABB has announced a minority investment in GridBeyond, a technology company specializing in energy management solutions driven by artific...

217 days ago

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Australia delays environmental law reforms, raising concerns...

The Australian government has backtracked on its commitment to reform environmental protection laws, indefinitely deferring necessary cha...

217 days ago

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EU carbon price drop threatens funding for green tech

The European Union faces a potential shortfall in funding for green technologies as the price of carbon permits dropped significantly thi...

217 days ago

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UAE grapples with aftermath of record-breaking storm, flight...

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to confront the aftermath of a historic storm that struck earlier this week, severely impacting ...

217 days ago

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Acre Impact Capital launch $100 million fund for climate-ali...

Two former BNP Paribas bankers have spearheaded a new initiative, raising nearly $100 million for a fund aimed at catalyzing financing fo...

218 days ago

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Carbon capture faces doubts in steel industry’s green ...

A recent report from the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) has cast doubt on the potential of carbon capture,...

218 days ago

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Japan sets sights on ambitious renewable energy targets by 2...

Japan is gearing up to establish ambitious targets for renewable energy and other sources in its national electricity mix by fiscal 2040,...

219 days ago

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Germany approves ambitious hydrogen pipeline network 

The German parliament, Bundestag, has given its approval for the construction of an extensive 9,700-kilometre pipeline network dedicated ...

219 days ago

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Sublime Systems receives potential $87 million funding for g...

Sublime Systems, a startup in the realm of sustainable construction materials, has been selected by the US Department of Energy’s Offic...

219 days ago

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World Bank approves billion-dollar loan to boost Pakistan...

Pakistan's energy sector is poised for a significant transformation as the World Bank greenlights a billion-dollar loan aimed at funding ...

220 days ago

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Biodel Ag and Carbon Asset Solutions forge carbon credit par...

Biodel Ag, Inc., a US-based carbon project developer specializing in regenerative agriculture, and Carbon Asset Solutions Ltd. ("CAS"), a...

220 days ago

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Maldives inaugurates ESG reporting framework for private sec...

The Maldives has taken a significant step towards enhancing sustainability practices in its private sector with the development of the na...

220 days ago

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Australia faces solar waste crisis as recycling facilities s...

Australia is confronting a looming environmental challenge as the country is projected to generate over 50,000 tonnes of solar waste annu...

220 days ago

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‘Old Wives’’ win against the Swiss government, explain...

In a recent judgment by the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in the case of Verein KlimaSeniorinnen Schweiz and Others v. Switzerla...

222 days ago

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Analysis: the US needs $100 billion annually in carbon remov...

Rhodium Group report urges US gov to boost spending on carbon dioxide removal tech to $100 billion yearly by 2050 for extreme climate cha...

223 days ago

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Middlesex Water Company prepares for new EPA regulations on ...

Middlesex Water Company in a recent announcement, reaffirmed its commitment to providing safe, clean, and reliable water services by proa...

223 days ago

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Arq positioned to benefit from EPA’s stricter regulati...

Arq, a producer of environmentally efficient carbon products, anticipates a surge in demand following the Environmental Protection Agency...

223 days ago

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Global Carbon Capture and Storage market primed for growth- ...

According to the report, as the world grapples with the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change, carbon capture ...

223 days ago

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Parsons Corporation to assist clients in meeting EPA’s...

Parsons Corporation a prominent player in Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) investigation and remediation, reaffirms its commitme...

223 days ago

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EU lawmakers pass law to limit methane emissions from oil an...

On Wednesday, European Union lawmakers approved a groundbreaking law aimed at curbing methane emissions from Europe’s oil and gas i...

224 days ago

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Clyde Hydrogen secures £1 million in funding to develop gre...

Clyde Hydrogen, a green hydrogen startup, has received over £1 million in pre-seed funding to advance its pioneering technology poised t...

224 days ago

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Balkan countries look to the hydrogen boom to cut emissions

A discovery of hydrogen beneath the Bulqize chrome mine in Albania has stirred optimism for the region’s transition towards cleaner...

224 days ago

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Chile unveils plan to set up its first large scale SAF facto...

Chile aims to begin production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in a large plant by 2030, with the goal of using SAF for half of [&hell...

224 days ago

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Activists urge Apple to address detention of climate experts...

More than 60 human rights and environmental organizations have called on Apple to take action regarding the detention of climate experts ...

224 days ago

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Analysis reveals England’s untapped potential for rene...

A recent analysis conducted by Exeter University, commissioned by Friends of the Earth (FoE), has unveiled that England has the capacity ...

225 days ago

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Grid capacity challenges lead to increased curtailments of r...

According to a report by news magazine Der Spiegel, Germany faced a surge in so-called re-dispatch measures in 2023 due to a lack of grid...

225 days ago

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Watershed launches new software solution to aid compliance w...

Watershed, a leading provider of climate solutions software, announced the introduction of "Watershed for CSRD," a cutting-edge software ...

225 days ago

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Adani Green Energy surpasses 10,000 MW milestone in renewabl...

Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), India's largest renewable energy giant, has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing 10,000 MW in r...

225 days ago

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European Court rules Swiss government violated human rights ...

In a landmark ruling with far-reaching implications, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has declared that the Swiss government fa...

225 days ago

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Adani Group unveils approx. $30 billion investment plan for ...

The Adani Group has announced an ambitious investment plan totaling approximately Rs 2.3 trillion by 2030, marking India's most significa...

226 days ago

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Delays in South Africa’s coal plant closures could lea...

A delay in the planned closures of coal-fired power plants in South Africa could have dire consequences, including thousands of deaths fr...

226 days ago

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Chevron New Energies invests in ION Clean Energy’s car...

Chevron New Energies, a division of Chevron USA Inc., has announced a significant investment in ION Clean Energy, a Boulder-based technol...

227 days ago

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Saudi Arabia’s Biofuel Company to triple refining capa...

The Biofuel Company in Saudi Arabia has unveiled plans to significantly boost its refining capacity, aiming to triple its output by 2025....

227 days ago

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JSW Energy raises $65 million from institutional investors, ...

JSW Energy Limited has successfully raised $65 million (Rs 5,000 crore) through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP), selling shares ...

227 days ago

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US Federal Reserve blocks push for climate risk focus in fin...

According to a Bloomberg report, the U.S. Federal Reserve has intervened to prevent a proposal by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervis...

227 days ago

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Ireland’s largest offshore wind project set to reveal ...

The final design for Ireland's largest offshore wind project, Codling Wind Park, is poised to be unveiled today. The project, located off...

229 days ago

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Aker Carbon Capture advances decarbonization with projects i...

Aker Carbon Capture (ACC) has secured a pre-FEED (Front End Engineering Design) contract for Statkraft's Heimdal waste-to-energy plant in...

229 days ago

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ICVCM approves three certifiers meeting “high-integrit...

An international benchmark aimed at defining high-quality carbon offset projects has taken a significant step forward, with three major c...

229 days ago

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Ingka explores offshore wind investments in South Korea and ...

Ingka, the majority owner of IKEA stores globally, is venturing into renewable energy investments in South Korea and Japan, targeting off...

230 days ago

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CIP invests £250 million in UK solar developer Elgin Energy

Danish renewable energy infrastructure investor Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) has announced a significant investment of £250 ...

231 days ago

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Georgia Senators Warnock and Ossoff secure clean energy inve...

US Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) unveiled a significant stride towards clean energy initiatives in rural...

231 days ago

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CapitaLand Investment’s climate resilience report flag...

CapitaLand Investment's (CLI) inaugural standalone climate resilience report, released on April 1st, highlights coastal flooding as the m...

232 days ago

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CARB files motion to dismiss lawsuit challenging California&...

The litigation over California's climate disclosure rules, specifically Senate Bill 253 (Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act) and S...

232 days ago

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Canadian airlines and shippers urge Ottawa for increased fun...

Airlines and marine shippers in Canada are urging the federal government to bolster funding for sustainable transport initiatives, with a...

232 days ago

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Maersk’s ECO Delivery Ocean product slashes 683,000 to...

In 2023, Maersk's ECO Delivery Ocean product achieved a significant milestone, with more than 660,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) ...

233 days ago

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EU sustainability reporting standards could impact over 1,30...

The Institute for Sustainable Finance (ISF) has issued a warning that corporate sustainability reporting standards introduced by the Euro...

233 days ago

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GenZero and Allen & Gledhill call for legal clarity on v...

GenZero, a Temasek-owned investment platform focused on decarbonization, has partnered with leading law firm Allen & Gledhill LLP to rele...

233 days ago

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Business schools embrace sustainability and cultural diversi...

The integration of sustainability principles and cultural diversity into business education is gaining momentum globally, driven by the U...

234 days ago

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German companies eager to invest in Vietnam’s sustaina...

During the Germany-Vietnam Business Forum, Alexander Ziehe, chairman of the German Business Association (GBA), revealed that several Germ...

234 days ago

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Australian energy giant foresees green hydrogen as viable al...

Amidst debates over Australia's energy future, one of the country's largest energy utilities, EnergyAustralia, is championing the potenti...

234 days ago

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Adani Green’s wind power project raises environmental conc...

Adani Green Energy's ambitious wind power project, valued at US$442 million, situated in Mannar and Pooneryn, is currently undergoing a t...

234 days ago

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NIKE sets new sustainability targets for 2025 

Global sportswear giant NIKE is ramping up its commitment to sustainability by announcing new targets aimed at reducing its carbon emissi...

234 days ago

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Citi agrees to disclose clean energy financing ratios amid p...

Citi has joined JPMorgan Chase in agreeing to disclose its clean energy financing ratios, following pressure from shareholder resolutions...

238 days ago

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Study finds Australia’s carbon offsets method failing ...

A major study conducted by 11 academics has revealed that Australia's primary carbon offsets method, known as "human-induced regeneration...

238 days ago

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BlackRock CEO reaffirms investment in oil and gas amidst con...

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink reiterated the firm's commitment to investing in oil and gas companies, emphasizing that they have never support...

238 days ago

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First Bus announces £89 million investment in zero-emission...

First Bus has revealed plans for a substantial £89 million investment aimed at accelerating its transition to zero-emission buses and in...

238 days ago

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US DOE initiates $1 billion investment for hydrogen-ready ir...

Climate advocates and community members applaud the US Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations for commencing ...

239 days ago

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New York achieves record wind and solar generation

New York State's power grid operator, the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO), reports significant milestones in renewable energ...

239 days ago

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Adani Group unveils plan for world’s largest renewable...

In a recent announcement, billionaire Gautam Adani's conglomerate reveals plans for the world's largest renewable energy park in Gujarat,...

239 days ago

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Walmart invests in 19 solar projects across US, partners wit...

In a move to bolster renewable energy initiatives, retail giant Walmart announced its investment in 19 solar projects developed by Pivot ...

239 days ago

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Africa’s ambitious plan to harness carbon markets for ...

Africa, a continent blessed with vast green energy reserves, is gearing up to maximize its share in the booming global carbon credit mark...

240 days ago

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Challenges abound for green investment trusts in Europe

Green investment trusts in Europe, such as London-listed Greencoat UK Wind and Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust, are facing headwi...

240 days ago

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Vietnam receives $51.5 million payment for carbon credits fr...

Vietnam has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to combat climate change, becoming the first country in the East Asia Pacific...

241 days ago

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Activists urge major banks to halt financing for controversi...

Over 80 organizations, including Make My Money Matter, Greenpeace UK, and Global Witness, have collectively penned letters to the chief e...

244 days ago

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India braces for surge in solar waste amid renewable energy ...

India's ambitious drive to ramp up its renewable energy capacity, particularly in solar energy, is poised to reshape its economy. However...

244 days ago

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Canadian Banks acknowledge challenges in green financing emi...

In a significant shift, some of Canada's largest banks have admitted that their investments in green financing may not lead directly to a...

244 days ago

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BNPP AM launches new fund targeting global net zero transiti...

Today, BNP Paribas Asset Management (BNPP AM) unveiled its latest offering, the BNP Paribas Global Net Zero Transition Equity fund, desig...

244 days ago

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Biden administration reassures oil and gas executives amid L...

The Biden administration aims to ease concerns among oil and gas executives regarding a pause on liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports from...

244 days ago

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Singapore-backed climate action data trust boosts transparen...

In just over a year since its launch, the Climate Action Data Trust (CAD Trust), supported by Singapore, has significantly enhanced the c...

244 days ago

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Enpal secures EUR 1.1 billion to accelerate residential sola...

Enpal, a German solar solutions installer, has announced the successful procurement of EUR 1.1 billion (USD 1.2 billion) to expedite the ...

244 days ago

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UBS names Jack Collings as Asia Pacific head of sustainabili...

UBS, the investment banking group, has appointed Jack Collings as the head of sustainability and climate risk for Asia Pacific (APAC). Co...

244 days ago

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Axpo secures €7 billion sustainability-linked credit facil...

Swiss energy producer and trader, Axpo Holding AG, has finalized a sustainability-linked revolving credit facility (RCF) totaling €7 bi...

244 days ago

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Survey reveals business skepticism toward carbon offsets

A recent survey conducted by the We Mean Business Coalition (WMBC) reveals that a majority of businesses are hesitant to enter the carbon...

244 days ago

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Canada’s carbon pricing increase sparks debate over af...

As Canada prepares for an increase in its carbon pricing system on April 1, provincial leaders express concerns about its impact on affor...

245 days ago

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International Day of Forests 2024: Forests and Innovation

The International Day of Forests is celebrated on 21st March every year. The theme for International Day of Forests 2024, "Forests and In...

245 days ago

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Google commits $35 million to carbon removal credits, matchi...

Google has announced its commitment to purchasing $35 million in carbon removal credits, aligning with the Department of Energy's (DOE) c...

245 days ago

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New Energy Blue launches new subsidiary to accelerate decarb...

Today, New Energy Blue, a leading clean-energy developer specializing in low-carbon biofuels and biochemicals from crop residues, announc...

246 days ago

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Germany calls for greater international cooperation to accel...

Germany's economy and foreign affairs ministers have emphasized the need for enhanced international cooperation to drive the global energ...

246 days ago

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Billions invested in fossil fuels by local government pensio...

A recent analysis conducted by environmental campaign groups Friends of the Earth and Platform London has uncovered significant investmen...

246 days ago

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CFC launches innovative carbon delivery insurance to boost v...

Specialist insurance provider CFC has made a significant entry into the carbon insurance market with the introduction of its pioneering p...

246 days ago

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Major developments in SAFs marked by IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported significant advancements in the realm of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF)...

246 days ago

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UAE strikes 15-year LNG deal with Germany

In a significant move consolidating Europe's dependence on fossil fuels, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has inked a deal to supply liquef...

246 days ago

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EU urged to lead in strengthening carbon intensity indicator...

As delegates gather for the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Marine Environmental Protection Committee (MEPC 81) in London, th...

246 days ago

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China opens consultation for aluminum smelters in ETS expans...

The Chinese Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) has initiated a consultation process for the inclusion of aluminum smelters in its ...

247 days ago

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Japan initiates testing of ammonia-coal mix to reduce emissi...

Japanese technology aimed at curbing carbon emissions from existing coal-fired power plants by introducing ammonia as a substitute for co...

247 days ago

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Malaysia’s Ministry of NRES developing National Carbon...

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) in Malaysia is currently undertaking a study on the National Ca...

247 days ago

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Global oil and gas industry poised for $125 billion investme...

The international oil and gas sector, alongside the Middle East's national oil companies, is gearing up to greenlight an impressive array...

247 days ago

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Warwickshire introduces new policy to enhance EV charging ac...

In a move aimed at bolstering the infrastructure for electric vehicle (EV) owners, Warwickshire County Council (WCC) has unveiled a groun...

248 days ago

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Delhi government unveils ambitious solar policy 

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi has announced the implementation of the new Delhi Solar Policy, 2024, aimed at significantl...

248 days ago

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Zimbabwe urged to embrace renewable energy funding and polic...

In a bid to bolster its renewable energy sector and pave the way for a sustainable energy future, Zimbabwe recently hosted the Fifth Edit...

248 days ago

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African Development Bank chief calls for end to loans tied t...

In an interview with The Associated Press, Akinwumi Adesina, the head of the African Development Bank, voiced his concerns over loans tie...

248 days ago

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Why recycling needs a new perspective?

Recent reports about plastic recycling have made it clear that the plastics industry sold recycling as a glorified solution to the planet...

248 days ago

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US Senate passes bipartisan legislation to boost recycling a...

The US Senate has taken a significant step forward in addressing recycling and composting challenges by passing two bipartisan bills aime...

251 days ago

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Shell warns of energy shortages amidst low investment in low...

Shell, one of the world's leading energy companies, has issued a stark warning about the risk of energy shortages unless there is a signi...

251 days ago

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Adani Green Energy operationalizes additional 126 MW wind po...

Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has achieved another milestone in its renewable energy portfolio by operationalizing an additional 126 ...

251 days ago

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$30 million facility to boost renewable energy financing in ...

In a significant move towards sustainable energy development, a new $30 million facility managed by the Bahamas Development Bank is set t...

251 days ago

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Swiss-Colombian startup Cotierra secures $1 million for farm...

In a significant stride towards sustainable agriculture, Cotierra, a Swiss-Colombian carbon removal and agtech startup, has successfully ...

251 days ago

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Switzerland witnesses increase in pension funds decarbonizin...

According to Climate Alliance, a coalition of civil society organizations, the proportion of Swiss pension funds committed to decarbonizi...

251 days ago

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Biden administration proposes significant fuel tax hike for ...

In line with President Biden's State of the Union Address promise to address tax disparities, the Biden administration has unveiled a pro...

252 days ago

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NZBA members commit to emissions reduction goals for capital...

In a significant move towards addressing climate change, members of the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a part of the broader Glasgow F...

252 days ago

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Study finds US oil and gas industry methane emissions exceed...

A comprehensive study published in the journal Nature reveals that methane emissions from US oil and natural gas operations are three tim...

252 days ago

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Germany’s offshore wind expansion to occupy quarter of...

Germany's ambitious plans for offshore wind power expansion could potentially occupy up to one quarter of the country's exclusive economi...

252 days ago

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‘Water for All’ resounds on 27th celebration of Internat...

March 14: Global celebration of rivers - vital for ecosystems. Advocates unite to protect and raise awareness for International Day of Ac...

252 days ago

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Climate Change Commission urges government action to cut car...

The Climate Change Commission has issued a stern call to the New Zealand government, urging swift action to reduce the surplus of carbon ...

252 days ago

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Carbon strips market set to soar to $4.15 billion by 2031

The Carbon Strips Market is poised for significant growth, with CoherentMI estimating its value to reach US$ 4.15 Billion by 2031, up fro...

252 days ago

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IT firms prioritize sustainability reporting and compliance ...

A recent study conducted by global technology research and advisory firm ISG reveals that enterprises are increasingly directing their su...

253 days ago

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IBM announces $45 million investment in sustainability accel...

Tech giant IBM has unveiled a new commitment to invest $45 million in its social impact program, the IBM Sustainability Accelerator, as p...

253 days ago

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Innovative solutions: the XPRIZE Water Scarcity Competition

Water scarcity is a pressing issue affecting communities worldwide, with 80% of the global population facing its consequences. To address...

253 days ago

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Insurers express concerns over greenwashing amid tightening ...

Amidst increasing scrutiny over environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, insurers are grappling with concerns surrounding g...

253 days ago

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37th International Cotton Conference in Bremen to address EU...

The Bremen Cotton Exchange and Fibre Institute Bremen are gearing up for the 37th International Cotton Conference in Bremen from March 20...

253 days ago

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Germany’s onshore wind power expansion gathers pace

The expansion of onshore wind power in Germany is regaining momentum, with industry lobby group BWE stating that the politically induced ...

254 days ago

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Bank of America expands energy transition business amid risi...

Bank of America (BofA) is ramping up efforts to expand its presence in the energy transition sector, aiming to bolster carbon trading and...

254 days ago

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PNGRB advances green hydrogen transport via natural gas pipe...

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) is taking significant strides in facilitating the transportation of green hydrogen...

254 days ago

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Sylvera becomes first carbon credit agency to adopt ICMA cod...

Carbon credit data and rating agency Sylvera has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first of its kind to integrate the Inte...

254 days ago

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AIIB and BNDES strengthen cooperation for sustainable develo...

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social (BNDES) have formalized a M...

254 days ago

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Report: Global carbon removal market to hit $1465.5 million ...

The latest report by Congruence Market Insights, titled 'Global Carbon Dioxide Removal Market - Size, Trends, Share, Growth, Dynamics, Co...

254 days ago

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Biofuels poised to drive global green transition, but challe...

Biofuels are anticipated to play a crucial role in the global green transition, offering a sustainable solution for decarbonizing planes,...

254 days ago

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Canadian Banks undermine net-zero commitments, report finds

A recent report by InfluenceMap has revealed that Canada's five largest banks undermined their net-zero commitments in 2022, maintaining ...

254 days ago

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Former coal plant in Queensland to transform into Tesla Mega...

In a move towards sustainable energy, a former coal plant in Queensland, Australia, is undergoing a transformation into a Tesla Megapack,...

255 days ago

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Volkswagen quits Australian auto lobby over fuel standards d...

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261 days ago

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262 days ago

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266 days ago

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267 days ago

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267 days ago

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268 days ago

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268 days ago

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268 days ago

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KKR raises $6.4 billion for Asia Pacific infrastructure and ...

Global investment firm KKR & Co announced on Wednesday that it had successfully raised $6.4 billion for its fund, focusing on infrastruct...

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272 days ago

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273 days ago

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Negotiators representing the European Parliament and EU member states have reached a provisional agreement on establishing a certificatio...

273 days ago

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274 days ago

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275 days ago

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275 days ago

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275 days ago

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275 days ago

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275 days ago

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276 days ago

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276 days ago

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276 days ago

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276 days ago

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276 days ago

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279 days ago

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279 days ago

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279 days ago

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279 days ago

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279 days ago

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279 days ago

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280 days ago

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280 days ago

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280 days ago

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280 days ago

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281 days ago

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281 days ago

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281 days ago

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281 days ago

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EU parliament proposes stricter restrictions on carbon offse...

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281 days ago

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The Global Environment Facility (GEF) gathered its 186 member governments in Washington for the inaugural meeting of the Council of the G...

281 days ago

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In response to industry recommendations on battery reuse and recycling from the India Battery Manufacturing and Supply Chain Summit 2024,...

281 days ago

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England launches ambitious biodiversity credit scheme

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282 days ago

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Chile seeks European investment for green energy transition

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282 days ago

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282 days ago

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Hong Kong government issues HK$6 billion digital green bonds

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282 days ago

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China's surge in renewable energy deployment is poised to bring about an earlier-than-expected peak in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, po...

283 days ago

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Impact investors in Nigeria have emphasized the importance of engaging a broader audience, particularly Small and Medium Enterprises (SME...

283 days ago

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283 days ago

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The Sol do Sertão Renewable Energy Project in Brazil has garnered acclaim from the Global Carbon Council (GCC), earning a prestigious pl...

283 days ago

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287 days ago

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The European Commission announced its strategy to significantly boost industrial carbon capture, storage (CCS), and utilization capacity ...

287 days ago

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HDFC Bank raises $750 million through sustainable finance 

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287 days ago

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Following its emergence as the leading global market for green bond sales in the fourth quarter of 2023, China is anticipated to witness ...

287 days ago

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287 days ago

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287 days ago

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287 days ago

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287 days ago

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A recent study conducted by Elise Gourier and Helene Mathurin at ESSEC Business School has uncovered a concerning trend: investments in s...

288 days ago

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In a move to bolster its position as a digital asset hub, the government of Hong Kong has successfully sold $750 million worth of digital...

288 days ago

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Lamborghini targets a 40% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030

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288 days ago

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Element United launches tokenized carbon credit marketplace ...

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289 days ago

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289 days ago

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Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation accepts bids for debut green...

India's Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has successfully accepted bids totaling Rs 200 crore ($24.1 million) for its inaugural green bond...

289 days ago

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GRI launches new mining sector reporting standard to enhance...

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), a pioneer in promoting standardized Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, has unv...

289 days ago

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Indian coal production surges by 10.3% in January

In a significant uptick, India's coal production witnessed a notable increase of 10.3% in January, reaching 99.73 million tonnes (MT) com...

289 days ago

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Hong Kong to host green finance training for developing nati...

Hong Kong will host a three-day green and sustainable finance training event in June, targeting policymakers, regulators, and finance pro...

290 days ago

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Itochu expands its role in US solar projects, aiming to doub...

Japanese trading house Itochu has taken on a larger role in developing large-scale solar power plants in the US. 

290 days ago

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India’s 2024 budget unveils strategies to fasten net z...

During India’s Budget 2024 speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans to make 10 million households' rooftops solar-po...

290 days ago

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Qatar Ministry facilitates recycling by providing free mater...

The Ministry of Municipality in Qatar supports recycling initiatives by offering recyclable materials at no cost to recycling factories i...

290 days ago

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Indian Oil and Gas PSUs unveil ambitious investment plan of ...

In a strategic move to bolster the country's energy infrastructure, major players in India's oil and natural gas sector, including the Oi...

290 days ago

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New Mexico House passes carbon credit swaps bill 

The New Mexico House of Representatives has passed a proposal to incentivize fuel companies to invest in cleaner options by allowing them...

290 days ago

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Generate Capital secures $1.5 billion to drive sustainable i...

Generate Capital, a sustainable infrastructure developer based in San Francisco has successfully raised $1.5 billion in capital commitmen...

293 days ago

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Australian collaboration aims to drive green steel and miner...

Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, and Swinburne University of Technology have joined forces to spearhead research and developme...

293 days ago

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Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) partners wit...

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293 days ago

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Ajman Bank partners with Mastercard for sustainable banking ...

Ajman Bank has joined forces with Mastercard to integrate innovative sustainability solutions into its services. 

293 days ago

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TotalEnergies to develop an electric mobility network in Spa...

TotalEnergies has entered into an agreement with Wenea to build a prominent electric mobility network in Spain, focusing on the developme...

293 days ago

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Japanese retail investors withdraw $4.5 billion from ESG mut...

Japanese retail investors have withdrawn ¥660 billion ($4.5 billion) from ESG mutual funds in 2023, marking a significant increase from ...

293 days ago

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The European Commission has initiated an in-depth investigation to assess the compliance of two Swedish tax exemption schemes for non-foo...

294 days ago

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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has achieved a record commitment of $9.8 billion in climate finance in 2023, marking a more than 46% inc...

294 days ago

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The International Energy Agency's (IEA) annual renewables report for 2023 indicates a slowdown in the growth of green hydrogen capacity c...

294 days ago

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294 days ago

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294 days ago

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The China Electricity Council (CEC) has predicted that China's installed wind and solar capacity will surpass coal capacity in 2024. 

294 days ago

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Emirates has become a member of the Solent Cluster, a cross-sector collaboration consisting of over 100 international organizations, manu...

295 days ago

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295 days ago

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295 days ago

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295 days ago

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295 days ago

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The Kenyan government released draft Carbon Market Regulations, on 29th January, inviting public scrutiny and submissions until early Feb...

296 days ago

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296 days ago

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296 days ago

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India launches framework for voluntary carbon markets in agr...

The Indian central government has introduced a ‘Framework for Voluntary Carbon Market in Agriculture Sector and Accreditation Protocol ...

296 days ago

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EU adopts legislation to phase down 500 million tonnes of po...

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296 days ago

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While the world is trying to sprint through the race against climate change, climate investments have taken an antithetical turn in the U...

296 days ago

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297 days ago

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297 days ago

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European Alps could lose 46% of glaciers by 2050 due to clim...

A new computer model developed by scientists from the University of Lausanne, in collaboration with the University of Grenoble, ETHZ, and...

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301 days ago

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UNDP and Pegasus Capital advisors partner to mobilize over $...

UNDP and Pegasus Capital join for climate, energy, and nature-positive investments in emerging economies. Collaboration focuses on substa...

301 days ago

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Bipartisan legislation aims to boost sustainable aviation fu...

Senators Grassley, Moran, Ernst, Klobuchar, Duckworth introduce Farm to Fly Act, leveraging USDA programs to advance sustainable aviation...

301 days ago

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ADB prioritizes private capital mobilization for climate goa...

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced plans to deploy private capital as a significant part of its strategy to address urgent cl...

301 days ago

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China’s voluntary carbon market resumes trading after ...

China's voluntary carbon market has resumed trading after a four-year hiatus, marking a significant step toward funding emission reductio...

301 days ago

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Study reveals significant overestimation of carbon savings f...

A recent study from the University of California, Berkeley, has shed light on a significant overestimation of carbon savings attributed t...

302 days ago

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EBA proposes guidelines on ESG risk management for financial...

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has initiated a public consultation on draft Guidelines addressing the management of Environmental, ...

302 days ago

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UAE’s Alpha MBM Investments emerges as preferred bidde...

The Ugandan government has chosen Alpha MBM Investments from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the preferred bidder for its ambitious $4 ...

302 days ago

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Report: US state pensions not doing enough to protect client...

According to a report released on Tuesday by Stop the Money Pipeline, Sierra Club, and Stand.earth, state pensions are not doing enough t...

302 days ago

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USDA grants more than $173K for clean energy projects in Ark...

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced $173,500 in clean energy project grants for two rural businesses in Arkansas. 

302 days ago

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Reliance Industries plans commissioning of massive green ene...

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries announced its plans to commission a colossal energy giga complex in Gujarat in the second half of 202...

304 days ago

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Ankara’s AŞTİ implements solar power plant project t...

Ankara Metropolitan Municipality's subsidiary, BUGSAŞ AŞ, is installing a Solar Power Plant at the AŞTİ transportation hub to save en...

304 days ago

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Trillion Energy reaffirms production guidance for SASB natur...

Trillion Energy International Inc. has reiterated its production guidance for the SASB natural gas field offshore Turkey. 

304 days ago

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EVE Energy to establish storage plant in Malaysia signs MoU ...

EVE Energy's Malaysian subsidiary, EVE Energy Malaysia, has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Invest Kedah Bhd to create 'EV...

304 days ago

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New Mexico House Committee passes bill to limit carbon inten...

House Bill 41, aiming to reduce the carbon intensity of transportation fuels by rewarding companies investing in cleaner options was pass...

304 days ago

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Chinese official urges caution over excessive new energy veh...

In a ministerial briefing on Friday, Xin Guobin, a vice minister at China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, expressed ...

304 days ago

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Norwegian oil and gas firms target Arctic Barents Sea for na...

Oil and gas companies operating offshore Norway, including Equinor, Aker BP, and Vår Energi, are intensifying their exploration efforts ...

307 days ago

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Shell to exit nearly a century of Nigerian onshore operation...

Shell is set to conclude almost 100 years of onshore oil and gas operations in Nigeria by selling its subsidiary to a consortium of local...

307 days ago

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German farmers block Berlin as protests erupt against fuel s...

Berlin's city center faced a standstill as thousands of German farmers, supported by workers from various industries, protested against r...

307 days ago

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US authorities investigate Aspiration’s carbon credit prac...

The Justice Department and Commodity Futures Trading Commission are reportedly investigating Aspiration, a California fintech, over poten...

307 days ago

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Amazon becomes largest purchaser of renewable energy, fourth...

Amazon announced that it invested in 100 new solar and wind energy projects in 2023. This makes Amazon the largest purchaser of renewable...

307 days ago

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Iberdrola and Norges Bank set to invest $2 billion in renewa...

Iberdrola and the Norwegian sovereign wealth fund, managed by Norges Bank Investment Management, are set to invest $2 billion in renewabl...

307 days ago

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Torrent Power commits $5.7 billion green investment in Gujar...

Torrent Power Ltd, a leading Indian integrated power utility, has pledged a substantial investment of INR 47,350 crore (approximately $5....

308 days ago

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IREDA’s stock surges over 4% as MoU with Indian Overse...

Shares of the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) experienced a notable uptick following the announcement of a collaborati...

308 days ago

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IIP partners with Airbus to advance SAF development

The Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP) is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus, a European global aerospace corpo...

308 days ago

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Industry leaders pledge “nature-positive” mining

In a five-point plan announced in Davos, Switzerland, mining and metals companies representing a third of the global industry acknowledge...

308 days ago

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105 financial institutions become early adopters of nature-r...

On Tuesday, over 100 financial institutions across the globe including Schroders, Robeco, Nomura Asset Management, Mirova, Fidelity Inter...

308 days ago

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EU bans ‘misleading’ sustainability claims relying on of...

The EU parliament on Wednesday voted to ban the use of terms such as “climate neutral” or “climate positive” for products and ser...

308 days ago

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FCA forms sustainability working group for financial advice

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has established a new working group to enhance sustainable finance capabilities across the financia...

309 days ago

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World Bank prices CAD $1.4 billion 5-year benchmark bond for...

The World Bank's International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) has successfully priced a new 5-year CAD $1.4 billion bench...

309 days ago

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UK government grants Drax approval for carbon capture projec...

The UK government has granted approval to Drax for its planning application to convert two biomass units at the Drax power station to uti...

309 days ago

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ACC partners with Circulor to trace carbon emissions in EV b...

Automotive Cells Co (ACC), a joint venture between Stellantis, TotalEnergies, and Mercedes-Benz Group, has joined forces with UK startup ...

309 days ago

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London is not equipped for the consequences of climate chang...

London is inadequately prepared for the imminent challenges of heatwaves, flooding, and rising sea levels, according to a report commissi...

309 days ago

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South Korea steel giant Posco raises $500 million in 3 tear ...

Posco, South Korean steel giant, has achieved a significant milestone by securing $500 million through a three-year US dollar green bond,...

309 days ago

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Bulgaria climate minister says market economics will phase o...

Market economics are likely to slash Bulgaria's use of coal-fuelled power years before the government's official 2038 phase out date, the...

310 days ago

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Saving glaciers by taxing tourists: Alaska town doing it all

Juneau, Alaska, is addressing the impact of tourism-related emissions on its environment with a distinctive initiative. 

310 days ago

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Breakthrough development for India’s nuclear energy indust...

A breakthrough innovation in India’s nuclear energy industry, called ANEEL (Advanced Nuclear Energy for Enriched Life), is gaining atte...

310 days ago

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China announces annual greenhouse gas inventory

China has announced plans to conduct an annual inventory of its greenhouse gas emissions, a move aimed at enhancing its carbon trading ca...

314 days ago

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Reuters reports: JSW proposes to outbid Adani Power for coal...

A Reuters report published today claims that India’s JSW has proposed to outbid Adani Power for the possession of a thermal power plant...

314 days ago

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BBVA and Cabify finalize €15 million to promote sustainabl...

BBVA Spark, a multinational financial services company, on Thursday announced its approval of a €15 million 'Venture Debt' facility for...

314 days ago

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Methane drama: Republicans smash EPA; big oil’s involvemen...

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has come under fire from House Republicans for its Methane Emissions Reduction Program. 

314 days ago

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Finance Minister announces fin-tech lab to facilitate green ...

Speaking at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sithraman announced the creation of a fin-tech lab at GIFT C...

314 days ago

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Xpansiv acquires stake in Evident to boost expansion into gr...

Xpansiv Limited, an infrastructure provider for global energy transition, and Evident Group Limited, a clean economy registry provider an...

314 days ago

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Electrolux announces second round of science-based climate t...

Electrolux Group yesterday announced its second round of science-based climate targets after they reached their previous targets three ye...

314 days ago

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Japanese refiner Eneos invests in clean hydrogen production ...

In a strategic move towards fostering a sustainable energy future, Japan's leading refiner, Eneos Corp, has announced a significant inves...

315 days ago

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Croatian energy giant INA to invest €40 million in biometh...

INA, the Croatian energy company, is set to invest €40 million in transforming a former petroleum refinery in Sisak into a biogas and b...

315 days ago

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Gasum secures offtake agreement for e-methane production in ...

Finnish energy company Gasum has entered a significant agreement with Nordic Ren-Gas for the purchase of all e-methane produced at the Ta...

315 days ago

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Deadlock at COP28: Disagreements on Article 6, regulation of...

The 28th Conference of Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change concluded in Dubai with countries fai...

316 days ago

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Switzerland and Thailand complete deal on first-ever Paris A...

In a move for carbon markets worldwide, Switzerland and Thailand have finalized the first-ever transaction involving Article 6.2 carbon c...

316 days ago

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Experts predict 2024 could surpass 2023 as hottest year 

Experts are forecasting that 2024 might surpass 2023 as the hottest year in recorded history, attributing this prediction to the exacerba...

317 days ago

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Singapore firms to invest $5 billion in Tamil Nadu, sectors ...

Singaporean companies have unveiled plans to invest a staggering $5 billion in diverse sectors including infrastructure, technology, sust...

317 days ago

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Global coalition calls on major banks to halt funding for me...

A collective force of more than 67 organizations has united in an open call urging the world's largest banks to cease financial support f...

322 days ago

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TAQA’s $10 billion green hydrogen venture in Western S...

Abu Dhabi's TAQA, the national energy company, is entering into sustainable energy with plans to invest 100 billion Moroccan dirhams, equ...

322 days ago

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Altus Power secures $100 million credit facility from Goldma...

Altus Power, a clean energy giant,  has successfully closed a secured credit facility valued at $100 million, courtesy of an affiliate o...

322 days ago

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Scottish scientists turn whisky by product into sustainable ...

A breakthrough discovery at Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh Campus in Scotland has potentially revolutionized the future of sustainable ...

322 days ago

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RBI unveils framework for green deposits – FAQs answer...

In a bid to foster sustainable practices in the financial sector, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently released comprehensive gui...

324 days ago

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Tesla and popular EVs face stricter tax credit eligibility a...

New regulations have tightened the rules around the availability of tax credits for electric vehicles (EVs), potentially reducing the num...

324 days ago

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Antarctica’s transformative changes in 2023 ring alarm...

As the sun hangs perpetually in the sky of the Antarctic summer, scientists have witnessed unprecedented environmental upheavals in 2023,...

324 days ago

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Australia’s Agriculture Minister cites climate change ...

Australia's Agriculture Minister, Murray Watt, addressed the challenges in predicting extreme weather events, attributing the difficulty ...

324 days ago

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Older women to sue Switzerland, seeking climate action

The Swiss organization of older women, KlimaSeniorinne, is taking the government to the European Court of Human Rights, alleging insuffic...

328 days ago

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