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WEEE need to talk about prevention to fix Europe's e-waste rules

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:20:14 EDT

Europe is buying and discarding more electronics than ever. As the EU prepares to revise its electronic waste rules, environmental and social organisations are calling for a fundamental shift: from managing ever-growing quantities of waste to preventing it in the first place. - - What happens to our phones, laptops and washing machines when we dispose of them? Too often, products that could be repaired or reused are damaged during collection, recycled prematurely or disappear into undocu...

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FedEx and RE-THINK Join Forces Again to Protect Linkou's Coastline

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:00:58 EDT

Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world's largest express transportation companies, once again partnered with the RE-THINK Environmental Education Association on August 15 to host the “2026 FedEx x RE-THINK Beach Cleanup” at Linkou North Jetty Beach in New Taipei City. The event brought together 55 FedEx team members and their families, who collectively removed 221 kilograms of marine debris, demonstrating their commitment to protecting Taiwan's coastline and making a positiv...

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Beyond Forecasting: Strengthening Pakistan's Flood Early Warning System for Local Action

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:58:12 EDT

Pakistan stands on the frontline of climate change. From devastating riverine floods to increasingly frequent flash floods, hill torrents, urban flooding, and Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs), communities across the country are facing a new generation of rapidly evolving hazards. - - Pakistan has made significant progress in strengthening its Flood Early Warning System (FEWS) over the past several decades. Investments in hydro-meteorological monitoring, weather forecasting, river flow p...

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Tencent Details Progress Toward Carbon Neutrality Goals and Outlines AI-Era Priorities

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:42:58 EDT

Introducing Our Carbon Neutrality Mid-Term Report - - Tencent published its Carbon Neutrality Mid-Term Report and launched an accompanying interactive microsite, sharing its progress to date and pathway toward achieving carbon neutrality across its own operations and supply chain by 2030. - - The report comes as the rapid growth of artificial intelligence is creating a defining energy challenge for the technology sector. AI workloads are raising rack power demand by up to tenfold, placin...

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ReadersMagnet to Exhibit Aurea Pearson's “Discovering Our Inca Princess” at the Book Festival at Printers Row, Chicago

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:23:59 EDT

Family connections and the wonders of history take center stage in Aurea Pearson 's “Discovering Our Inca Princess.” This heartfelt work is among the titles that the self-publishing and book marketing company ReadersMagnet will proudly display at an upcoming book festival at Printers Row in Chicago. The event, which is one of the Midwest's most beloved literary gatherings, will be held on September 12-13, 2026, along South Dearborn Street from Ida B. Wells Drive to Polk Street, drawin...

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Meet Four Communities Where The Coca‑Cola Foundation is Expanding Access to Safe Water

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:53:50 EDT

What does it take to bring safe drinking water to a village where the nearest water source is miles away? - - From the Navajo Nation in the United States to rural Uzbekistan, The Coca‑Cola Foundation supports trusted organizations working in last-mile communities to expand rural water access. This includes strengthening local Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) systems and backing long-term infrastructure investments designed to outlast any single grant. - - “Water is the foundati...

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New Analysis Finds Municipal Bond Disclosures Leave Investors in the Dark

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:03:39 EDT

A new first-of-its-kind report from Ceres finds that municipal bond disclosures are not consistently providing investors with the information they need to assess and price climate-related financial risks, including those associated with extreme weather. - - Can Investors Price the Risk? Assessing Municipal Bond Climate Disclosure and Financial Resilience analyzed 60 recent bond offerings from issuers in 20 U.S. metropolitan areas with the highest physical-risk exposure, among the 50...

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Tracking the Next Wave of State Food Waste Policy in 2026

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:53:49 EDT

ReFED and the Harvard Law School Food Law and Policy Clinic actively monitor legislative developments related to reducing food loss and waste. Their biannual updates to the Food Waste Policy Finder provide an overview of policies that states and the federal government have enacted across six areas that directly impact food waste. Advocates seeking information about proposed and recently enacted bills across state legislatures can consult the 2026 Food Waste Legislative...

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National Wellness Month Highlights the Importance of Healthy Indoor Environments in Puerto Rico

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:44:45 EDT

Every August, National Wellness Month highlights the importance of self-care, healthy routines, and everyday choices that support overall well-being. The observance encourages individuals and organizations to adopt sustainable habits that benefit both physical and mental health throughout the year. - - Common wellness practices include improving sleep, increasing physical activity, managing stress, eating nutritious foods, and making time for mental recovery and balance. Together, these hab...

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Tracking nature: how scientists measure biodiversity trends

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:02:41 EDT

With millions of species on the planet, and countless populations, it would be an impossible task to measure everything, everywhere, all the time. So, scientists rely on global biodiversity indicators to help them understand how biodiversity – the variety of life on Earth – changes over time. Yet indicators depend on limited data, collected unevenly across the world, introducing uncertainty. Daudi Sumba, Chief Conservation Officer at WWF explains how scientists overcome these challenges...

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Eni and SONATRACH expand cooperation to reduce emissions in Algeria

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:17:11 EDT

Eni and SONATRACH signed a new Memorandum of Intent aimed at expanding cooperation between the two companies in the promotion of concrete initiatives for the decarbonisation of the Oil & Gas sector and the reduction of emissions in Algeria, while adopting international best practices. - - The agreement represents a further evolution of the cooperation pathway launched in January 2023 with the signing of a three-year Memorandum of Intent dedicated to reducing gas flaring, valorising recovere...

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Back to School, Back to Nature: StoryWalking Encourages Families and Educators to Take Learning Outdoors

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:16:13 EDT

As children return to classrooms for a new school year, families and educators are looking for ways to make learning more engaging, hands-on, and connected to the world beyond the classroom. - - Sometimes, the best learning environment may be just outside the school door. - - StoryWalking, a nature-based storytelling and learning platform, encourages children, families, educators, and lifelong learners to step outdoors and turn everyday walks into opportunities for discovery, reflection, cr...

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Anheuser-Busch Delivered More Than 25,000 Cans of Emergency Drinking Water to Ohio Amid Severe Flooding

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:59:36 EDT

Anheuser-Busch delivered more than 25,000 cans of emergency drinking water to central Ohio to support residents and first responders in recovery efforts following severe flooding in the area. - - The donation of emergency drinking water was shipped to Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner Matesich Distributing Co. of Newark, Ohio, whose team partnered with the American Red Cross to distribute the delivery to community members and organizations in need. - - “The American Red Cross is deeply grate...

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Airbnb.org offers free emergency housing to first responders after the earthquake in Colombia

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:37:15 EDT

Key Takeaways - - - • Airbnb.org is providing free emergency housing for first responders supporting relief efforts after the recent magnitude 7.4 earthquake. - - • Airbnb.org is working with Defensa Civil Colombiana, Fundaci�n Renacer, CENACED, Save the Children Colombia and others to support relief workers and identify displaced residents in need of shelter. - - - - To support those impacted by the earthquake in Colombia, Airbnb.org —a nonprofit founded by Airbnb to provide emergen...

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UN tax talks: Global South push for fairer rules as rich nations drag their feet on properly taxing wealthiest polluters

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:07:09 EDT

As the fifth round of negotiations concludes at the United Nations in New York, an ambitious Global Tax Treaty – also known as the UN Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation – remains within reach. Major improvements to the zero draft text are still needed, however, to deliver global tax rules that will help solve the connected climate, nature, and inequality crises, rather than letting corporate polluters and the super-rich off the hook. - - Nina Stros, Global Senior Policy...

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“Our Ocean is Running A Fever”

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:01:59 EDT

According to the European Union's Copernicus Climate Monitoring Service, world ocean temperatures hit a record high for July this year. The average ocean temperature for July 2026 was 20.96 degrees Celsius or 69.7 degrees Fahrenheit,.58 degrees Celsius or 1.04 degrees Fahrenheit above average. Dr. Fatima Candace Vahlsing, Ocean Conservancy's Vice President for Climate, PhD in Environmental Health Sciences, and former White House Climate Official, released the following statement: - - “Ou...

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Muntons Joins Forces with HEINEKEN UK For Major UK Regenerative Agriculture Malting Barley Programme

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:51:22 EDT

The Stowmarket-based maltster, Muntons, has joined forces with HEINEKEN UK as part of one of the UK's leading regenerative malting barley programmes, designed to support farmers to adopt more sustainable and resilient farming practices at scale. - - Farmers will be directly paid a premium on regenerative barley yields, helping to reduce the risk of changing farming practices and making the transition commercially viable. This approach, combined with the scale of the programme, sets it apart...

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Winnow acquires Lumitics to accelerate Asia-Pacific growth

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:44:45 EDT

Circularity Investee Winnow, the global AI-powered food waste measurement company, has acquired Lumitics, one of Asia-Pacific's leading food waste technology providers, in a move that strengthens Winnow's footprint across one of the world's most strategically important growth regions for hospitality. - - Founded in Singapore in 2017, Lumitics has built deployments across more than 20 countries in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, working with leading hospitality groups to turn food waste da...

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Dennis L. Boaz Introduces a New Vision of Human Rights in “Seven Rights for Citizen Slackers”

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:50:55 EDT

Dennis L. Boaz, a former government attorney, teacher, and student/participant in the California Bay Area psycho-spiritual movement of the 70's, presents “Seven Rights for Citizen Slackers,” a work that blends memoir, legal insight, and philosophical exploration. The book follows his journey from a young Oakland lawyer facing personal upheaval to a thinker developing a new framework for understanding human rights and social systems. - - At the core of the book is the seven rights schemati...

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Verizon readies for Tropical Storm Lala; Offers tips for Hawai'i residents and businesses

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:54:43 EDT

At a glance - - - • Strengthened network infrastructure: Verizon has prepared its Hawai'i network with backup generators, satellite assets, and pre-staged equipment designed for reliability during severe weather. - - • Proactive collaboration: Verizon is working directly with the Hawai'i Emergency Management Agency (HIEMA), local power providers, and public safety officials to support critical infrastructure. - - • Customer resources: Verizon offers essential digital preparedness s...

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“Eat or Be Eaten” by Dr. Rick

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:22:03 EDT

“Eat or Be Eaten” by Dr. Rick Bein is an engaging collection of firsthand experiences, agricultural observations, scientific investigations, and unforgettable encounters with the natural world. - - Drawing on his background as a geographical agriculturalist and experiences during and after his Peace Corps service, Bein takes readers across continents to explore the complicated relationship between people, food production, wildlife, and the environment. - - What makes this book particularly...

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Richard P. Benevento Builds Toward a 2027 Full Ironman Book After “Journey to Blue Lake”

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:03:28 EDT

Richard P. Benevento is extending the story he first told in “Journey to Blue Lake,” a memoir about rebuilding a life through discipline, courage, and a decision to confront fear. The Portland, Oregon native says he is now working on his continued triathlon journey, leading toward a full Ironman book that he expects to complete in 2027. - - “Journey to Blue Lake” begins at a difficult point in Benevento's life. He had lost his father to leukemia, endured a painful divorce, and recognize...

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GSMA Industry Services Launches Circularity Services to Help Operators Reduce E-Waste and Unlock Value

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:15:46 EDT

GSMA Industry Services announced the launch of its new Circularity Services offering, designed to help mobile operators and ecosystem partners extend the life of devices, reduce e-waste, and unlock greater value from existing assets. - - The offering launches with two commercial partners: Closing the Loop, whose 'One for One' service links one new mobile device sold by an operator to the collection and responsible recycling of one end-of-life device, and RGX, a neutral, online marketpl...

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Back-to-School Spotlight, “BUG: The Story of a Special Bug and His Little Boy” Inspires Literacy, Observation, and Empathy in Today's Classrooms

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:19:12 EDT

As students return to classrooms this school year, educators and families alike are seeking meaningful ways to nurture not only academic growth but also emotional intelligence. Enter “Bug,” a captivating and thoughtful book that is quickly becoming a cornerstone for back-to-school reading programs centered on literacy development, observation skills, and empathy-building. - - At its heart, “Bug” is more than a story; it is an invitation. Through its engaging narrative and relatable them...

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From end-of-life vehicles to new cars: Car2Car research project demonstrates feasibility of high-quality material loops on an industrial scale

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:47:49 EDT

Through the Car2Car research project, the BMW Group and its consortium partners have demonstrated that high-quality material loops are technically feasible in the automotive industry. Under expanded processing and sorting conditions, it was possible to increase the “Car2Car rate” from six to 51 percent. The “Car2Car rate”, as defined by the project, is the percentage of materials from an end-of-life vehicle that can, in principle, be recovered at high enough quality for reuse in new indust...

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Discovery's Shark Week Delivers Best Ratings in Seven Years

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:15:03 EDT

Shark Week returned on Sunday, July 26, delivering its strongest performance in seven years and driving Discovery Channel to rank as the #1 primetime cable network for the week among Adults, Men, and Women 25-54. - - Shark Week primetime telecasts averaged a 0.77 L3 rating among Adults 25-54, marking the largest year-over-year increase in 13 years and the first year of ratings growth since 2023. - - Discovery Channel owned seven of the top 10 telecasts of the week among Adults 25-54, exclud...

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Peter G. Hammerschlag Introduces a Practical Vision for Transforming Modern Economies

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:48:46 EDT

Peter G. Hammerschlag's thought-provoking book, “Economic Governance Technology,” presents an innovative approach to reshaping the way economies are managed by combining modern science, technology, logic, and fundamental human values. A registered Professional Mechanical Engineer, Life Member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and holder of five U.S. patents, Hammerschlag draws from decades of hands-on engineering and business experience to propose practical solutions to lo...

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Safe & Sound Week in Puerto Rico Highlights the Importance of Protecting Workers

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:47:50 EDT

Safe & Sound Week 2026 is being observed from August 10th through the 16th as part of a nationwide effort led by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), PR OSHA, and safety organizations committed to advancing workplace health and safety. The annual campaign highlights the importance of effective safety and health programs that protect workers while strengthening businesses and institutions. - - Safe & Soun...

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Quentin Hamma Tagara Brings Pacific Adventure to Life in “The Adventures of Old Jang and Soongo”

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:28:35 EDT

Quentin Hamma Tagara's fantasy adventure book, “The Adventures of Old Jang and Soongo,” follows a retired U.S. Army veteran whose return to his Pacific island home leads to an extraordinary journey with a remarkable companion. Inspired by his own life experiences, Tagara weaves together adventure, imagination, and island culture into a story that celebrates friendship and discovery. - - Old Jang returns home with Soongo, a special friend he traded for at the docks of Japan, only to discov...

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I Squared Capital to acquire oOh!media, a leading out-of-home media infrastructure platform in Australia and New Zealand

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:34:48 EDT

I Squared Capital (“I Squared”), a leading independent global infrastructure investor, announced that it has entered into a Scheme Implementation Agreement with oOh!media Limited (ASX: OML) to acquire all of its issued shares by way of a scheme of arrangement. - - Under the transaction, oOh!media shareholders will receive A$1.70/share 1 in cash for each oOh!media share held, implying an equity value of approximately A$898 million (US$631 million 2 ) and an enterprise value of approximately...

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David Hawk Explores Humanity's Broken Relationship with Nature in “Hello, We Have A Problem”

Sat, 8 Aug 2026 09:26:16 EDT

David Hawk's “Hello, We Have A Problem” presents a compelling exploration of the relationship between humanity, society, and the natural world, drawing from decades of academic research and professional experience. Backed by an accomplished career spanning engineering, architecture, city planning, systems sciences, and international business, Hawk examines why human attempts to control both one another and nature often create greater problems instead of meaningful solutions. - - Through r...

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Verizon helps families stay connected during Washington wildfires

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 10:35:19 EDT

At a glance - - - • Verizon's network remains strong - • In response to the wildfires in Washington, Verizon is waiving calling, texting and data charges to help our customers connect with loved ones - • This applies to all consumer and small business customers, including prepaid brands - • Verizon Community Disaster Resilience Connectivity Van is deployed - - - As crews continue to fight ongoing wildfires across Washington, Verizon is working to keep the community and displaced residents...

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Trillions within reach, yet governments' Global Tax Treaty draft lets the richest climate polluters off the hook

Wed, 5 Aug 2026 13:38:17 EDT

As the fifth round of negotiations on the Global Tax Treaty – also known as the UN Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation – opens today in New York, Greenpeace International is calling on governments to raise their ambition. Gaps in the draft text, published in full for the first time, must be addressed so that global tax rules can help solve the connected climate, nature, and inequality crises, rather than letting corporate polluters and the super-rich profit while everyone...

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How to Build Global Mineral Governance for Future Generations

Wed, 5 Aug 2026 13:33:17 EDT

Neither Yanacocha nor Kiruna is a critical-minerals operation. In Cajamarca, Peru, Yanacocha, South America's largest gold mine is being extended toward copper through a proposed expansion, pitched on a metal the energy transition runs on. In Kiruna, Sweden, the world's largest underground iron-ore mine is being repositioned around Europe's largest known rare-earth deposit, pursued with equal urgency. Two established mines, with two initially non-critical commodities, and now with two...

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Airbnb.org offers free emergency housing to people displaced by wildfires in Washington state

Wed, 5 Aug 2026 12:11:39 EDT

Airbnb.org, a nonprofit founded by Airbnb to provide emergency housing in times of crisis, is partnering with Washington 211 to offer free emergency housing to residents displaced by several active wildfires across six Washington counties and three tribal communities. Stays are free for guests and are funded by Airbnb.org and the generosity of donors. - - “When disaster strikes, a comfortable place to call home can make all the difference, while providing first responders an opportunity to...

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UK strengthens defenses against severe solar storms

Wed, 5 Aug 2026 06:44:31 EDT

Technologies developed through the five-year SWIMMR (Space Weather Innovation, Measurement, Modelling and Risk) programme are already being used in live forecasting systems. - - They help the UK respond faster to extreme space weather events. - - An independent evaluation, carried out by Frazer-Nash Consultancy, highlights how the programme is transforming how the UK prepares for major solar events that can disrupt satellites, aviation and power networks. Space weather and why it matters ...

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The Greek island rewriting marine protection

Mon, 3 Aug 2026 10:43:40 EDT

Gyaros Island, an abandoned prison once linked with exile, has become a thriving sanctuary, home to iconic seals and seabirds. - - When WWF-Greece and its partners began work here 15 years ago, its waters were plagued by illegal fishing, and one of the world's rarest marine mammals, the Mediterranean monk seal, was under threat. - - Now, a historic Presidential Decree, given in April 2026, has locked a once-hidden gem of ecological beauty, history and even myth, into law. And it's shap...

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Creating Healthier Learning Spaces: Back-to-School Indoor Solutions in Puerto Rico

Mon, 3 Aug 2026 10:17:05 EDT

As students and educators across Puerto Rico prepare to return to classrooms for the 2026–2027 academic year, attention is once again turning to the importance of safe and healthy indoor environments. Establishing optimal indoor conditions is a key factor in supporting student success, staff well-being, and overall academic performance. - - Following the summer recess, reopening school facilities requires careful evaluation of building systems and conditions. This includes inspecting HVAC s...

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Rare Opportunity to Acquire Generating Hydro-Electric Scheme With FiT Subsidy

Mon, 3 Aug 2026 01:00:00 EDT

A rare opportunity has arisen to acquire an established 1,022kW run-of-river hydro-electric scheme in the Scottish Highlands with Feed-in Tariff eligibility running until December 2033. - - Commissioned in December 2013 and located on the Glendoe Estate, near Fort Augustus on the south-east shore of Loch Ness, the scheme has a proven generation track record. The principal G1 turbine has recently been refurbished by Gilkes. - - Investment highlights : - - - • 2.52GWh average annual generatio...

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Airbnb.org provides emergency housing for people displaced by Spain wildfires

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:37:59 EDT

Key Takeaways - - - • To support people displaced by the wildfires in Madrid and �vila, Airbnb.org is partnering with the Association Mensajeros de la Paz to offer free temporary housing. - - • The Association Mensajeros de la Paz is working with municipalities and local authorities to help identify displaced families and direct them toward the range of housing solutions available, including Airbnb.org. - - - - To support people displaced by the wildfires in Madrid and �vila, Airbnb....

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The Energy Gap No One Talks About — And How NovaChargeX Is Addressing It

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:24:42 EDT

Why the World Needs Continuous Clean Energy — and How NovaChargeX Is Shaping the Future of Power Stability - - As the global transition toward renewable energy accelerates, one major challenge continues to affect reliability: intermittency. Solar power depends on sunlight, wind energy depends on weather, and battery storage alone cannot fully satisfy the growing demand for continuous electricity. As nations expand electrification, artificial intelligence infrastructure, advanced manufacturi...

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Governor Hochul Announces $13 Million in NYPA Funding to Support Workforce Development and Prepare More Than 450 New Yorkers for Clean Energy Careers

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:12:13 EDT

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York Power Authority (NYPA) approved $13 million in funding to support clean energy workforce development across New York State. The funding, approved by the NYPA Board of Trustees, includes $3 million to be directed to six workforce development programs that will equip more than 450 New Yorkers with the training, job placement resources and technical skills needed for careers in New York's growing clean energy economy. The awards also inc...

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NASA Sets Coverage for August Northern Hemisphere Total Solar Eclipse

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:03:43 EDT

On Wednesday, Aug. 12, a total solar eclipse will be visible in parts of Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, the Atlantic Ocean, Spain, and a small corner of Portugal. NASA will stream the eclipse live with views across the path and interviews with subject matter experts through a variety of platforms. - - Learn where to watch online: - - https://www.nasa.gov/live - - Viewers in other places in the Northern Hemisphere also will have the chance to experience a partial solar eclipse, including...

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Oceana Celebrates 25 Years and Raises More Than $1.7 Million at Annual SeaChange Summer Party

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:21:41 EDT

Ocean advocates gathered at a private estate in Laguna Beach on Saturday, July 25, for Oceana's 19 th annual SeaChange Summer Party, raising more than $1.7 million to support the organization's campaigns to protect and restore the world's oceans. Hosted by actor, comedian, screenwriter, and producer June Diane Raphael and honoring actor, advocate, and longtime Oceana ambassador Kate Walsh, the event marked the organization's 25 th anniversary and celebrated its more than 350 victories...

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Toyota Mobility Foundation Names Winning Innovators across Varanasi, Venice, and Detroit in Global Sustainable Cities Challenge

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:16:08 EDT

- - • $9 million global city challenge to drive safe, inclusive, and sustainable innovation in city mobility celebrates successful finale - • Winners proposed solutions to mobility challenges unique to their chosen cities - • Innovators to scale and implement their solutions for legacy impact - - - Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) announces the full list of winners of its global Sustainable Cities Challenge (SCC), the organization's largest initiative to date. The news follows last week's...

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Airbnb.org provides free emergency housing to people displaced by wildfires in France

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:05:42 EDT

Key Takeaways - - - • Airbnb.org is providing free, emergency housing for people impacted by the recent wildfires in Gironde and Landes, France. - - • Airbnb.org is working with the Gironde Prefecture, the town hall of Biscarrosse, the town hall of Pontenx-les-Forges, and the town halls of the ten municipalities of the Communaut� de Communes M�dullienne, as well as the Union R�gionale Hlm of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, to identify displaced residents in need of housing and connect them with free...

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WBCSD Heads of Climate Base Camp 2026: Leading through collaboration in times of uncertainty

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:51:20 EDT

Potsdam, 9-12 June 2026 - - The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) hosted the fourth edition of its Heads of Climate Base Camp in Potsdam. This time, bringing together 13 Heads of Climate from leading European companies for a period of intensive exchange, reflection and collaboration. Over the course of four days, the group stepped back from day-to-day pressures, connected with peers, and worked through shared challenges shaping the future of corporate climate action...

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Hidden Danger Beneath Our Feet: Identifying Lead Risks in Soil Across Puerto Rico

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:33:17 EDT

Lead in soil is an often-overlooked environmental hazard affecting families and businesses across both urban and rural communities. Zimmetry Environmental, Puerto Rico's leading lead testing and consulting firm, is raising awareness about the risks associated with soil contamination and the steps individuals and organizations can take to reduce exposure. - - While lead is a naturally occurring element, most of the lead found in soil today is the result of decades of human activity. The hist...

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TrusTrace strengthens supply chain traceability with FYUL partnership

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:08:43 EDT

Circularity investee TrusTrace, the global leader in supply chain traceability and compliance, has announced a strategic partnership with FYUL, the on-demand merchandise platform representing Printify, Printful and Snow Commerce, to build supply chain visibility and compliance infrastructure across its global manufacturing network. - - FYUL powers on-demand merchandise for some of the world's most recognised brands, including MTV, NBC, Comedy Central, SpongeBob SquarePants, Coca-Cola and Du...

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Leading businesses call on states to tackle energy affordability with clean solutions

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:24:44 EDT

More than two dozen major companies and business advocacy organizations today called on states to enact bipartisan policies to address energy affordability. - - In an open letter to state policymakers, 25 businesses expressed support for commonsense policies to optimize the power grid, accelerate interconnection of clean energy resources, and expand energy efficiency and demand flexibility programs. - - The letter was signed by AO Smith, CommonSpirit, dsm-firmenich, Grove Collaborati...

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How The Coca-Cola System Is Scaling Refillable Bottles Around the World

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:57:29 EDT

Bottles have been an iconic symbol of The Coca-Cola Company since the first contour bottle was introduced in 1916. Today, they're still the preferred choice for millions, with an added benefit: many can help reduce packaging waste. - - - • Refillable bottles are designed for multiple reuse cycles, with actual performance varying based on the packaging material, design, and operating conditions. - - • Coca-Cola and its bottling partners are expanding refillable glass and refillable PET bot...

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Aon Report Finds Below-Average Global Catastrophe Losses Masked Significant Regional Impacts in H1 2026

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:41:06 EDT

A on plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, published its Global Catastrophe Recap: First Half of 2026 report, indicating that while global catastrophe losses remained below average, the first half (H1) of the year included an average number of billion-dollar disasters, above-average insured loss events and several record-setting regional catastrophes. - - Global economic losses totaled $111 billion during H1 of 2026, 25 percent below the 21st-century average...

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BT Business secures multi-million pound contract to enhance critical national infrastructure for Scottish Water

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:12:12 EDT

- - • BT Business has been chosen by Scottish Water to deliver a new fully integrated network and security service under a single strategic partnership - • BT will help Scottish Water improve resilience, speed up response times and protect the reliability of everyday water services relied on by millions of households, businesses and communities across Scotland - • BT's local Scottish presence and social value commitments will also support jobs, skills and communities while helping strengthen...

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Greenpeace ask Dutch court to force disclosure on JBS US$2.5bn Nigerian expansion as litigation looms

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:39:10 EDT

Greenpeace Netherlands has petitioned a Dutch court seeking to compel meat giant JBS to disclose information in order to challenge its business policies in court. This includes its planned US$ 6 billion global expansion, of which almost half is earmarked for Nigeria. - - Elizabeth Atieno, Food Campaigner at Greenpeace Africa, said: “JBS' meat empire expanded hand-in-glove with Amazon destruction, colossal emissions, human rights and corruption scandals, all with barely a semblance of tran...

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Damage from Bottom Trawling on Chilean Seamounts Still Visible More Than 25 Years Later, Study Finds

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:19:44 EDT

More than two decades after bottom trawling ended on the seamounts surrounding Chile's Juan Fern�ndez Archipelago, the damage it caused is still visible. A new study published in Deep-Sea Research provides the first scientific evidence from Chile of the long-term ecological toll of bottom trawling on deep-sea ecosystems. - - The study was led by scientists from Oceana, the Center for the Ecology and Sustainable Management of Oceanic Islands, the Center for Advanced Studies in Arid Zones...

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