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ArcelorMittal's pullout plunges German green steel in doubt

Deutsche Welle · July 17, 2025

Steel is the backbone of German industry — but it's also a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for nearly 7% of Germany's CO2 emissions. As Germany has pledged to become carbon-neutral by 2045 — five years earlier than the rest of...

Scientists find link between where you live and childhood leukemia

The Independent · July 17, 2025

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Ghana to promote EV use among gov't officials

Xinhua News Agency ·

ACCRA, July 17 (Xinhua) -- The Ghanaian government has announced that it plans to introduce electric vehicles (EVs) for ministers and heads of public institutions to help curb carbon emissions. During a public briefing on Wednesday, John Abdulai...

Exmar installs first ammonia-fuelled two-stroke marine engine on newbuild

Riviera · July 17, 2025

Belgium-headquartered gas shipowner Exmar is building a series of LPG and ammonia carriers and said the first vessel under construction has had maritime’s first two-stroke, ammonia-fuelled engine installed. The X52DF-A engine, designed by Swiss...

How a US designer uses scraps from Hermes and Chanel to make leather goods

The Guardian · July 17, 2025

After more than a decade as a fashion designer, Dana Cohen was disillusioned. Excessive waste was rampant in every part of the industry – from surplus samples, to manufacturing scraps, to retail stores with “a disheveled mountain of garments that...

Global warming may cause calorie deficit and decreased food production, study finds

The Daily Californian ·

Each degree Celsius of global warming could result in the loss of about 120 calories per person per day in food production, according to a study co-authored by Tamma Carleton, assistant professor of agricultural and resource economics at UC...

BTS Bioenergy Opens Maryland Organics Recovery Center

MENAFN · July 17, 2025

(MENAFN- PR Newswire) New facility supports growing demand for food waste recycling and enhances Maryland's circular economy infrastructure. ANNAPOLIS, Md., July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BTS Bioenergy, a leader in organic waste transformation and...

Global firms drive shift to sustainable warehousing in India

ETInfra.com · July 17, 2025

A green-certified warehouse facility in India, reflecting the industry’s shift towards sustainable, energy-efficient logistics infrastructure. India's warehousing industry is witnessing a green transformation, driven not just by developers and...

Coal Is Making a Comeback in the U.S. Under Trump

Oil Price · July 17, 2025

Under the Biden administration, the United States made strides in its green transition, supported by policies such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). The U.S. renewable energy capacity increased...

Can COP30 Be a Turning Point for Food and Climate?

Food Tank - Maryland · July 17, 2025

The Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU) is working to change food and land use systems. At the upcoming 30th U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP30) they see a moment to make another great step toward food and agriculture systems transformation....

“I got rich when I understood this”: Jeff Bezos revealed the mindset that made him a billionaire

The Times of India · July 17, 2025

There’s an attention grabbing phrase by Jeff Bezos that’s been buzzing around business and social media circles for a while: “I got rich when I understood this.” This is often associated with Bezos’ onstage appearance and has been shared millions...

Trump’s policies enable more global warming, which will lead to more weather catastrophes [letter]

Lancaster Online - Pennsylvania · July 11, 2025

There is nationwide sadness about all the people, including many young children, killed in the flooding in Texas. Some people say that cuts in staffing at the National Weather Service made by the Trump administration delayed warnings to those at...

Global: Duration of heatwaves accelerating faster than global warming

Asia Insurance Review ·

The longest and rarest heatwaves - which can last for weeks - show the greatest increase in frequency according to a new study by University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). The new study Accelerating increase in the duration of heatwaves under...

Chattanooga Gas continues its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Local 3 News - Tennessee ·

The energy you use to heat your home could get a little greener! Chattanooga Gas has just made what it calls a major investment in renewable natural gas. Renewable natural gas (RNG) is designed to cut carbon emissions while keeping our appliances...

Alleged plane hijacker called himself ‘messiah’ day before Vancouver airport security scare

The Globe and Mail · July 17, 2025

The day before the suspected hijacking of a light aircraft triggered a security scare at Vancouver’s airport this week, former commercial pilot Shaheer Cassim posted on social media that he was a “messenger of Allah” sent to save humanity from...

Baja California Sur approves beach protection reform

Puerto Vallarta Daily News · July 17, 2025

The Baja California Sur Congress approved a beach protection reform to reduce pollution and safeguard beaches like Balandra, Cormuel and Saltito through Article 27 BIS and new measures. The Baja California Sur Congress has given the green light to...

Adani Krishnapatnam Port appeals NGT penalty in Supreme Court

ETInfra.com · July 17, 2025

Supreme Court seeks response from pollution boards as Adani Krishnapatnam Port challenges NGT’s penalty over alleged environmental violations.Ask ChatGPTAdani Krishnapatnam Port (AKP) on Wednesday moved the Supreme Court challenging the National...

Trump cuts funding for California rail, escalating feud with Newsom

Al Mayadeen · July 17, 2025

Trump has terminated federal funding for California’s high-speed rail project, intensifying his ongoing political feud with Governor Gavin Newsom over infrastructure, immigration, and state authority. US President Donald Trump announced Thursday...

Air Quality Alert issued for International Falls-area

Fox 21 - Minnesota · July 17, 2025

Air Quality Alert 07/17/2025 (Minnesota Pollution Control Agency) DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air quality alert for north central and northeast Minnesota. The alert takes effect at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July...

How the ECO4 grant supports net zero goals for your business

LondonlovesBusiness · July 17, 2025

The UK has committed to reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050. It’s a bold goal, and businesses have a vital role to play. Whether you’re running a high-street shop, a small warehouse, or an office space, your energy use contributes to the...