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winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
World Sailing Begins Study of Olympic Equipment Environmental Impact
World Sailing is measuring the environmental impact of boats and gear used in Olympic sailing. The project will identify changes to reduce emissions and waste by the end of 2026.
theblaze.combusiness3 days ago
Microsoft Reports 25 Percent Rise in Greenhouse Gas Emissions for Fiscal 2025
Microsoft emitted 20 million metric tons of CO2 equivalent in fiscal year 2025, up from 16 million the prior year. The increase stems mainly from data center expansion, even as the company matched all electricity use with carbon-free sources. Google and Amazon reported similar em…
ndtv.comtechnology3 days ago
Microsoft Reports 25 Percent Rise in Carbon Emissions for 2025
The increase stems mainly from AI data center expansion. The company matched 100 percent of its electricity use with renewables and replenished more water than it withdrew.
Yonhapworld4 days ago
Hyundai Motor Group Completes First Sewage Sludge Hydrogen Facility in South Korea
Hyundai Motor Group finished South Korea's first clean hydrogen plant that converts biogas from sewage sludge. The Cheongju facility produces 500 kilograms daily and supports refueling for Nexo vehicles and buses. The company targets expansion to two tons per day by 2030.
Fox Newsai6 days ago
Stanford AI Burger Recipes Match Reconstructed Big Mac in Blind Taste Tests
Stanford University researchers trained BurgerAI on 2,216 recipes from Food.com. Some AI-designed burgers scored the same or higher than a reconstructed McDonald's Big Mac in tests with over 100 diners.
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theverge.comtechnology6 days ago
Tesla recycled over 14,000 metric tons of battery material in 2025
@SawyerMerritt reported that Tesla processed more than 14,000 metric tons of battery material last year. The volume equals 46,000 long-range packs and rose 20 percent from 2024.
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Euronewsworld6 days ago
Canary Islands Launch Voluntary Tourism Regeneration Fund with Industry Partners
The Canary Islands Government introduced the RegNext initiative to channel voluntary traveler contributions into nature restoration and community projects. Major tour operators signed agreements to support the effort across seven islands. The program avoids a mandatory tourist ta…
cnet.comtechnology11 days ago
Google and Amazon Report Higher 2025 Carbon Emissions in Sustainability Updates
Google’s emissions rose 25% and Amazon’s rose 16% to 81 million metric tons of CO2 equivalent. Both companies tied the increases mainly to data-center construction and AI-driven energy use.
focustaiwan.twworld12 days ago
Walmart Signs Nuclear Power Agreement for Illinois Distribution Center
Walmart announced on June 23 its first nuclear power purchase agreement, securing around 176 megawatts from Constellation's Dresden Clean Energy Center. The two 15-year contracts begin in 2029 and 2030 to power a new perishable distribution center in Belvidere, Illinois. Newsweek…
Forbesbusiness16 days ago
Jaguar Land Rover Shows 49 Parts on One Range Rover Demo Cut More Than One Ton of Production Emissions
The demonstration vehicle incorporates parts from 30 suppliers that cut more than one ton of CO2-equivalent emissions during production. Jaguar Land Rover has opened the collaboration to 150 additional suppliers for future scaling.
Newsweekworld19 days ago
Newsweek Hosts Farm to Future Summit on Sustainable Wellness During London Climate Action Week
Newsweek organized the Farm to Future: Sustainable Wellness Summit on Tuesday in London. The event featured six panels, two keynotes and a fireside chat on supply chains, regulation and corporate programs.
dutchnews.nlbusiness20 days ago
Hankook Affiliates Discuss Energy Use and Carbon Strategies at June Meeting
Hankook & Company Group held an energy exchange meeting on June 16 with officials from three affiliates. Participants reviewed consumption patterns and discussed strategies to meet 2026 implementation plans and the group's 2050 carbon neutrality target.
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Euronewsscience24 days ago
German Startup Makes 10,000 Tonnes of Sunflower-Seed Chocolate Alternative Each Year
Planet A Foods makes ChoViva from fermented sunflower seeds in Munich. The product supplies European chocolate makers and cuts carbon emissions by 73.6 percent.
The Independentscience37 days ago
13 of 16 World Cup Stadiums Earn LEED Certification, Even as Tournament Projected to Emit 9 Million Metric Tons of Carbon
Thirteen stadiums hosting matches have met the U.S. Green Building Council's sustainability standards. The venues have installed more than 11,500 solar panels and will cut annual water use by over 100 million gallons.
The Japan Timesbusiness37 days ago
Japan Expands Used Cooking Oil Collection for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Japan aims to produce 1.7 million kiloliters of sustainable aviation fuel by 2030. A public-private project called Fry to Fly collects used cooking oil from households and restaurants to meet part of that target.
Forbesfinance38 days ago
PR3 Alliance Launches New Global Symbol for Reusable Packaging
A coalition led by PR3 introduced a universal reuse symbol selected from 236 entries. The mark will appear on cups, bottles and collection infrastructure worldwide.
newlyswissed.combusiness39 days ago
2026 Night Train Map Shows Net Loss: Five New Routes but Ten Discontinued
Back-on-Track.eu released its updated interactive map of Europe’s night trains, documenting new services alongside the loss of ten routes including the Stockholm-Narvik line.
winnipegfreepress.comfinance40 days ago
Wawanesa Releases First Integrated Report on Financial and Sustainability Performance
The mutual insurer published its Report to our Members 2025, combining financial results with sustainability metrics. The document outlines a 23 percent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions and record consolidated premiums of $4.1 billion.
manilatimes.netfinance47 days ago
Sustainability Summit to Host Global Decarbonisation Panel in London on 25 June
Sustainability LIVE: The Leadership Summit will include a panel on Global Decarbonisation Strategies during London Climate Action Week. The session is scheduled for 25 June 2026 at CodeNode London.
science49 days ago
Brokenwood Wines Wins Royal Agricultural Society President's Medal
Brokenwood Wines received the 19th President's Medal for sustainability practices that convert grape waste into compost. The award comes as the Australian wine industry faces declining demand and higher costs.
deadline.comworld54 days ago
Kimberly-Clark English Factory to Use Green Hydrogen by Late Decade
A Kimberly-Clark tissue plant in England will switch to green hydrogen power later this decade. Developers approved £55 million in funding for the conversion project.
Euronewsworld62 days ago
Baku Completes Final Preparations for World Urban Forum 13
More than 28,000 participants and around 1,000 media representatives are expected to attend the global urban forum beginning this week. Organisers have converted the Olympic Stadium into a large-scale conference venue while authorities expand transport, security and tourism servi…
manilatimes.netscience64 days ago
Cacao of Excellence Program Creates Global Standard for Evaluating Cocoa Beans
A laboratory in Perugia, Italy, processes and tastes cacao from around the world using identical methods to highlight genetic differences in flavor. The program, started in 2009, now reaches several thousand producers daily and has helped farms in Thailand and Peru increase visib…
japantimes.co.jpworld65 days ago
Japan Forestry Group Launches Online Platform for Domestic Timber Transactions
A Tokyo-based group of forestry organizations launched an online timber marketplace in February 2026 to boost transactions of domestic timber and protect forests. About 30 businesses, mainly buyers, had registered by the end of April. The platform seeks to replace negotiated deal…
The Japan Timesscience65 days ago
Japanese Local Governments Recover Small Amounts of Phosphorus from Sewage Sludge for Fertilizer
Eight prefectural and municipal governments operated 11 phosphorus recovery facilities by the end of fiscal 2025 as Japan seeks to cut reliance on imported fertilizer. Tokyo and Fukuoka have launched new systems, with the capital planning nationwide distribution from fiscal 2026.…
thesouthafrican.comfinance68 days ago
Apple Announces ₹1 Billion Renewable Energy Investment in India
Apple will invest ₹1 billion to expand renewable energy capacity in India, the company announced on its website. The move marks a significant commitment to clean energy in one of its fastest-growing markets. The investment amount and purpose were confirmed in company disclosures.
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benzinga.comai68 days ago
Microsoft Reviews 2030 Clean Energy Goal
The company’s carbon emissions have risen 23 percent since late 2022 while capital spending on data centers is projected to reach $190 billion this year, a 61 percent increase. Microsoft is adding 1 gigawatt of capacity every three months and has held talks to secure natural gas…
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Steve Ballmer Says Founder Deceived Him Before Fraud Guilty Plea
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer stated he was deceived by Joseph Sanberg, founder of Aspiration Partners, who pleaded guilty to wire fraud. Ballmer reported losing $60 million invested in the fintech startup. Sanberg's sentencing is scheduled for Monday following his August 20…
themarketherald.com.aufinance81 days ago
Fortescue's Green Metal Project Set to Produce Initial Output in June Quarter
Fortescue's green metal venture is set to deliver its initial hot metal output in the June quarter. The project represents a significant move in the company's shift toward sustainable energy practices. It aims to lessen reliance on fossil fuels through innovative low-emission pro…
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nbcnews.comfinance81 days ago
ArcelorMittal Releases 2025 Sustainability Report Detailing Safety Improvements and Revised Decarbonization Targets
ArcelorMittal released its 2025 Sustainability Report on April 23, 2026, highlighting progress in safety, climate action, and innovation. The report details a record-low fatality frequency rate and revisions to 2030 emissions goals amid market shifts. CEO Aditya Mittal emphasized…
digitimes.comfinance84 days ago
Japan's Government Considers Green Transformation Bonds for Recycling Facilities
Japan's government is evaluating the issuance of green transformation bonds to fund an environmental initiative. The plan includes investing 1 trillion yen by the end of the decade in facilities for recycling critical minerals and plastics from waste. This was reported by Nikkei.
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Photo: Stephen Mabbs / Unsplashscience88 days ago
Initiative Aims to Restore Drylands Globally
A new initiative is focused on greening drylands, including deserts and shrublands, to combat water scarcity. This effort seeks to improve ecosystems and support local communities.
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Mercedes Unveils Redesigned All-Electric 2027 EQS Sedan
Mercedes has introduced the redesigned 2027 EQS, an all-electric luxury sedan. The model features an expected range of around 400 miles under EPA testing. It includes a 122 kWh battery with new chemistry and optional steer-by-wire technology.
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Black and Indigenous Groups Establish Intentional Communities to Reclaim Land Across the US
Black and Indigenous people are forming intentional communities in locations including California and Alabama to manage land collectively. These groups focus on shared values, environmental sustainability, and reconnection with agricultural traditions. One such community, Black t…
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Luxury Ice Production and Methods for Clear Ice at Home
The luxury ice market supplies high-end cocktail bars with clear ice from various sources, generating significant revenue. Companies harvest ice from glaciers or produce it in controlled environments, emphasizing purity. Methods exist to create similar clear ice at home without s…
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Researchers Develop Vegan Cheese from Vegetable Oils for Improved Health and Sustainability
Scientists at Heriot-Watt University have created a method to produce vegan cheese using vegetable oils such as rapeseed and sunflower, replacing coconut and palm oils. This approach reduces saturated fat content to as low as 3% and enhances meltability. The development aims to a…
technology99 days ago
Australian Commuters Increase E-Bike Purchases Amid Rising Fuel Prices
Retailers in Australia report higher sales of e-bikes as fuel costs rise due to global events. Commuters cite increased fuel expenses as a key factor in switching from cars. Industry representatives note growing interest in e-bikes as a cost-effective alternative.