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 […]
The healthcare industry is one of the largest contributors to pollution globally, ranking as the fifth largest polluter if it were a country. This revelation comes despite the benefits that the industry provides when it comes to treating illnesses and improving public health. According to the President of Novartis, hospitals play a significant role in […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
A trade body based in Ecuador is working towards promoting sustainable practices in the shrimp farming sector. The Sustainable Shrimp Partnership (SSP) aims to combine expertise, networks, and innovative resources to ensure sustainability at every stage of the shrimp farming industry’s value chain. SSP recently welcomed BASF and MSD as their newest associate members. The […]
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Monarch Cement and Evergy Energy Solutions have announced plans to collaborate on a groundbreaking solar project in Humboldt, Kansas. The project, which will have a capacity of 20MW, is set to begin in early 2024 and aims to showcase the successful integration of renewable energy into business operations. The partnership between Monarch Cement and Evergy […]
Argentines Seek Relief from Scorching Heat Wave As a blistering heat wave sweeps across Argentina, residents are desperately searching for ways to stay cool. With temperatures soaring to record highs, people are seeking refuge from the scorching sun and oppressive heat. The current heat wave, which has been described as unprecedented, is causing widespread discomfort […]
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