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Is it possible for a colossal parasol located in outer space to offer a solution to the climate crisis?

Scientists Propose Giant Sunshade in Outer Space to Combat Global Warming As Earth continues to experience record-breaking temperatures and insufficient efforts are made to address climate change, a growing number of astronomers and physicists are suggesting an unconventional solution: a massive sunshade in space. This concept, reminiscent of science fiction, involves creating a giant sunshade […]

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Here’s How Your Upcoming Flight Might Run on Recycled Cooking Oil.

Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Transforming Air Travel and Combating Climate Change In November 2023, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from used cooking oil and waste animal fats powered the first-ever commercial flights. Virgin Atlantic Flight100 from London to New York City and an Emirates A380 demonstration flight successfully utilized SAF produced by Finnish company Neste. Neste […]

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Equinix has entered into an unprecedented agreement for purchasing a significant amount of power.

Equinix, a global data center company, has partnered with renewable energy developer wpd to sign seven power purchase agreements (PPAs) in France. The deal, facilitated by Schneider Electric, includes four wind projects in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, two in Hauts-de-France, and one wind farm in Pays de la Loire, providing over 100 MW in capacity. This agreement is […]

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Princeton’s Investment in Mass Timber: A Pursuit of Sustainable Buildings

The University of Princeton is undergoing a major campus expansion, with 16 construction projects currently underway. These projects are expected to be completed by 2029 and are driven by the institution’s mission to increase access for undergraduate students, enhance research and scholarship, and achieve campus sustainability goals. One notable aspect of the current construction projects […]

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UN Climate Chief: Global community requires “deluges, not drips” of climate funding – Axios

Title: UN Climate Chief Urges Increased Climate Funding to Combat Global Crisis In a recent statement, the United Nations climate chief emphasized the urgent need for substantial financial support to address the growing climate crisis. Patricia Espinosa, the executive secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), called for “torrents, not trickles” of […]

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A property company in South Africa has recently entered into an offtake agreement for renewable energy sources, including wind, solar, and hydro power.

South African real estate trust, Growthpoint Properties, has recently entered into an offtake agreement with local electricity trader, Etana Energy, for the procurement of 195 GWh of renewable energy. The power will be sourced from wind, with a smaller portion coming from hydro and large-scale solar facilities. This agreement is significant as it marks South […]

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