A recent study from The University of New Mexico highlights the impact of blue light on increasing bird-building collisions, underscoring the need for sustainable urban planning and bird-safe building designs to mitigate this issue.
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US Fleet Professionals Embrace Sustainability to Combat Rising Costs
Approximately 70% of respondents observed a significant decline in operating expenses from the previous year after implementing sustainability measures.
The Role of Soil Inorganic Carbon in Climate Strategies
Recent studies reveal a significant store of soil inorganic carbon, challenging traditional views and highlighting its crucial role in climate change mitigation and soil health.
DOE Finalizes Updated GLS Standards to Bolster Energy Efficiency and Save Americans Billions
Compliance with these standards will be mandatory for manufacturers starting July 25, 2028, ensuring that newly produced or imported general service lamps meet the specified efficiency criteria.
SpaceX Milestone Sees 20th Reuse of Falcon 9 Booster in Starlink Satellite Delivery
In a week marked by SpaceX’s delayed satellite launch and legislative strides towards orbital sustainability, the space industry faces both operational challenges and regulatory advancements.
Transforming Brewery Waste into Protein Powerhouses
Researchers at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, have pioneered a sustainable method to extract high-quality proteins from brewery waste, presenting significant opportunities for the food and cosmetic industries.
Harnessing the Power of Waves: A Breakthrough in Wave Energy Conversion
CorPower Ocean’s recent success with its C4 Wave Energy Converter (WEC) marks a compelling advancement in renewable energy technology. This breakthrough demonstrates significant improvements in storm survivability and efficient power generation, propelling wave energy towards viable commercial use.
Export Credit Agencies (ECAs) Still Heavily Funding Fossil Fuels Despite Calls for Reform
Among the top financiers of fossil fuels from 2020 to 2022 were Canada, Japan, and Korea, collectively supplying nearly $28 billion to heavy-emitting industries, primarily through their state ECAs.
Green Living: The Greenest U.S. States in 2024
California stands out as the leader, with its progressive energy policies and substantial investments in solar power, reflecting its top rank in energy efficiency. Its robust infrastructure for alternative fuel vehicles helps mitigate traditional gasoline consumption.
Global Support Surges for Single-Use Plastic Ban
This impactful new survey, commissioned by the World Wildlife Fund and the Plastic Free Foundation, reveals that an overwhelming 85% of participants from 32 countries support a global ban on single-use plastics, issuing an urgent call for comprehensive action in the upcoming INC-4 global plastic pollution treaty negotiations.