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The area of Europe affected by wildfires could almost triple by the end of the century, as climate change brings hotter, drier and windier conditions, according to a study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research.

Area of Europe affected by wildfires could triple by end of the century

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The area of Europe affected by wildfires could almost triple by the end of the century, as climate change brings…

In India, transport is the third-largest GHG-emitting sector. Transport contributes roughly 12% of India’s energy-related CO₂ emissions, and more than 90% of these transport emissions come from vehicles operating on Indian roads.

Behind India’s transition to a multi-fuel clean mobility ecosystem

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Op-ed by Akshay Kashyap, founder and managing director, Lumax Greenfuel Energy Solutions Pvt. In India, transport is the third-largest GHG-emitting…

Emirates NBD unveils UAE’s first dedicated ‘Transition Finance Framework’

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Banking group Emirates NBD has announced the launch of the United Arab Emirates’ first dedicated Transition Finance Framework, which will…

A large conference stage with dozens of people standing in a line on stage, illuminated by blue lighting, while a seated audience watches and Chinese text is displayed on a wide screen behind them.

Battery manufacturer CATL achieves 2025 carbon neutrality target

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Chinese battery manufacturer CATL has announced that it has achieved its 2025 target of carbon neutrality across core operations, with…

A new study by researchers at De Montfort University Leicester and the University of Surrey has suggested that as cities invest billions in tackling climate change, they should focus on the wider benefits of climate action, instead of just concentrating on emissions reduction.

Cities need to highlight the wider benefits of climate action

2 weeks ago2 weeks ago3 mins

A new study by researchers at De Montfort University Leicester and the University of Surrey has suggested that as cities…

The decarbonisation of the global shipping industry will require coordinated action across regulation, infrastructure, shipyards, financing and commercial incentives throughout the value chain, a new study by EY-Parthenon has said.

Decarbonising the shipping industry will require coordinated action, says EY-Parthenon

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The decarbonisation of the global shipping industry will require coordinated action across regulation, infrastructure, shipyards, financing and commercial incentives throughout…

Mars Snacking’s Melanie Bednar on how sustainability and business growth can thrive together

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Snacking giant Mars, Incorporated recently published its 2025 Sustainable in a Generation report, outlining the progress made across areas such…

Why carbon emissions and biodiversity can’t stay in separate silos

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Op-ed by Dr Tara Garraty, senior scientist and biodiversity lead, Tunley Environmental. As the world continues to discuss efforts to…

Organisers of major cultural and sporting events should offer discounts and financial incentives – in the form of cheaper tickets – to fans that make efforts to reduce their carbon emissions, a new study by the University of Cambridge has suggested.

Could cheaper event tickets reward fans for reducing carbon emissions?

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Organisers of major cultural and sporting events should offer discounts and financial incentives – in the form of cheaper tickets – to…

Climate consultancy South Pole has called on the European Union to provide greater regulatory certainty for airlines, amidst an ongoing review of the future scope of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) for aviation.

Greater certainty needed around EU aviation emissions rules

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Climate consultancy South Pole has called on the European Union to provide greater regulatory certainty for airlines, amidst an ongoing…