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17:29
Sustainability
Inditex sees surge in transport emissions amid shipping disruptions
Zara owner Inditex reported a 10% rise in transport emissions in 2024, driven by increased air freight to avoid shipping delays caused by Red Sea disruptions. While the retailer made progress in reducing sourcing-related emissions, it faces challenges in meeting its long-term climate targets.
13:01
Bulgaria set to join to Green Energy Corridor
Bulgaria can play a key role in the development of the Green Energy Corridor project, - said Energy Minister, Zhecho Stankov, at the 10th ministerial meeting in connection with the strategic partnership agreement for the development and transmission of green energy.
16:36
GREEN ENERGY
Azerbaijan approves Caspian Green Energy Corridor to Europe
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has approved an agreement between Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan on strategic partnership in the development and transmission of green energy.
15:24
GREEN ENERGY
UAE, France partner to drive clean energy in Africa and Asia
Masdar, TotalEnergies and EPointZero, the decarbonisation division of 2PointZero, have signed a Framework for Action (FFA) agreement to expand clean energy access across Africa and Asia.
15:49
BRICS
Rio de Janeiro will host BRICS leaders' summit in July
Brazil has announced the date and venue for the BRICS leaders' summit in 2025. It is planned to be held in Rio de Janeiro, from July 6 to 7.
12:55
AfDB Invests in climate resilience projects across Africa
The African Development Bank Group has approved more than $31 million in funding through its African Climate Action Window (CAW) to enhance climate resilience in Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Djibouti, and Madagascar.
12:47
AI Innovation
UK scientists invent 'self-healing asphalt' that mends potholes
A groundbreaking innovation in road maintenance has emerged as scientists in the UK and Chile unveil self-healing asphalt made from biomass. By using AI-powered technology, this asphalt can "stitch" itself back together, offering a sustainable solution to the UK's billion-pound pothole crisis.
03:00
UN
UN Climate Chief: countries push clean energy as U.S. backs out
Countries remain committed to clean energy and climate goals, despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement, UN climate chief Simon Stiell said. Speaking in Brazil, he urged nations to strengthen their climate strategies ahead of COP30.
16:03
COP30
COP30 aims to become a benchmark
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva set out ambitions for hosting the upcoming 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention on Climate Change (COP30) which as he said would serve “as a benchmark for what we want moving forward”.
12:22
Azerbaijan ready to enhance cooperation for sustainable development targets
Azerbaijan is ready to enhance cooperation with international partners to implement upcoming development targets, Deputy Foreign Minister Yalchin Rafiyev stated at the “High-Level Strategic Prioritization” event within the UN-Azerbaijan Cooperation Framework on Sustainable Development (2026-2030).
21:58
COP30
Brazil’s COP30 to highlight global climate finance disparities
Brazil’s COP30 summit aims to spotlight developing nations' climate finance needs, pushing wealthy countries to meet funding pledges amid challenges from the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement.
12:18
COP30
Brazil appoints veteran diplomat as COP30 President
Brazil appoints veteran diplomat André Corrêa do Lago to lead COP30, set for November 2025 in Belém, Amazon.
15:07
St. Helena Launches World’s Most Remote Electric Vehicle Charging Point
St. Helena, 1,930 kilometers off Namibia’s coast, now has the world’s most remote EV charging point. With just four electric cars, the island is working to expand its fleet and reduce fossil fuel reliance through sustainable energy.
11:56
Coast Guard Divers Repair Leaking Ship in Antarctic Waters
Coast Guard divers Chuck Fox and Corey Smith from the US Cutter *Polar Star* successfully repaired a leaking shaft in the freezing waters of McMurdo Sound, Antarctica.
12:14
2024 breaks 1.5°C warming threshold
Global temperatures exceeded 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels in 2024 for the first time, driven by record emissions and extreme weather patterns, highlighting the urgent need for decisive climate action.
12:40
Hanoi
Hanoi declared world's most polluted city, authorities seek action
Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, is facing severe air pollution, ranking among the world's most polluted cities. The government is pushing for more electric vehicles to combat the smog.
09:07
Climate Change Extends Türkiye's Tea Harvest
Climate change has extended Türkiye’s tea harvest into December, marking a shift in the country’s agricultural season.
10:48
Sea lion surprises Ipanema beachgoers in Rio de Janeiro
A sea lion was spotted resting on Ipanema Beach in Rio de Janeiro on December 18, surprising beachgoers with its unusual appearance during the summer season.
21:19
Japan aims for 40-50% renewable energy supply by 2040
Japan aims to boost renewable energy to 40-50% of its electricity supply by 2040, alongside a 20% contribution from nuclear power, as part of a strategic push to meet rising energy demand sustainably.
14:02
New Delhi faces severe pollution crisis as air quality hits hazardous levels
New Delhi has once again been engulfed by dangerous levels of pollution, prompting authorities to impose stricter measures to protect public health. With the air quality index soaring above 400, the city is now facing a severe environmental crisis.
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