Category: CSR/ECO/ESG

Neutral, a prominent player in the real estate development sector, has successfully secured $133 million in construction financing to support the development of The Edison, a landmark project that will become North America’s tallest mass timber building. Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the development is poised to redefine the city’s skyline and serve as a significant […]

Poland’s state-backed development institution, PFR SA, is intensifying its role in the nation’s green energy transition by committing to invest up to 3 billion zloty (approximately $731 million) annually in renewable energy projects. These investments will focus on emerging sectors such as offshore wind farms, energy storage systems, and gas-fired power plants, with a primary […]

CATL Unveils Bedrock Chassis: A Revolutionary Safety Benchmark for Electric Vehicles. On December 24, CATL introduced the Bedrock Chassis, the world’s first ultra-safe skateboard chassis designed to withstand a 120 km/h frontal impact without catching fire or exploding. China’s leading battery manufacturer, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL), has introduced a new electric vehicle (EV) chassis […]

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has launched a major funding initiative, offering up to $1.8 billion to accelerate the development of Direct Air Capture (DAC) technologies. The new program, managed by the DOE’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED), seeks to support mid- and large-scale DAC projects aimed at removing carbon dioxide (CO2) directly […]

The UK government has earmarked £37 billion in public funds for initiatives aimed at achieving its ambitious Net Zero goals, with a focus on reducing emissions, advancing clean energy, and fulfilling international climate commitments. However, experts are raising concerns over the significant costs associated with the transition, warning that these measures could lead to higher […]

The European Commission is set to build its first net-zero emissions building in Seville, Spain, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s sustainability efforts. The new site, dedicated to the Joint Research Centre (JRC), will be a model of innovation and environmental responsibility, designed to offset its carbon footprint, including emissions from construction, through renewable […]

Thailand will implement a ban on the import of plastic waste starting in January 2025, a significant move to combat environmental pollution and strengthen its waste management systems. The Ministry of Commerce issued the “Notification of the Ministry of Commerce regarding Designation of Plastic Waste as Prohibited Goods for Import into the Kingdom B.E. 2567 […]

On October 8, 2024, South Korean lawmaker Rep. Im Yi-ja introduced a bill to amend the Act on Resource Circulation of Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Vehicles, aimed at boosting the use of recycled raw materials in electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The proposal, which has sparked significant attention, mandates that a specified percentage of materials […]

The global electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by the increasing adoption of clean energy technologies and a shift away from fossil fuel-powered transportation. Central to this transformation is lithium, a critical component of lithium-ion batteries that power EVs. However, as demand for EVs escalates, the world faces a looming shortage of […]