To achieve climate neutrality and move towards net-negative emissions, Europe must rapidly scale up permanent carbon dioxide removals (CDR). However, there is still not enough demand, which remains a key barrier for large-scale deployment of these technologies. To address this gap, DG CLIMA is exploring the design of an EU-wide purchasing programme for permanent CDR to encourage […]
Continue ReadingXiaobo Yuan and Yaodan Zhang, from Lanzhou University in China, discuss their article: Soil microbial networks mediate long-term effects of nitrogen fertilization on ecosystem multiservices Nitrogen (N) fertilization caused by anthropogenic activities such as fertilizer application and fossil fuel combustion have significantly impacted the capacity of ecosystems to support key services such as nutrient cycling […]
Continue ReadingSusič et al. share their experience studying solitary bee activity at nesting boxes using passive acoustic monitoring and analysing the data using neural networks. © Anton Gradišek There are thousands of species of solitary bees and they play important roles in their ecosystems, the best known being the pollinators of various plants. Several species choose […]
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HONG KONG — FedEx has added six new Mercedes-Benz eVito electric vans to its Hong Kong delivery fleet, reinforcing its commitment to achieving carbon-neutral global operations by 2040. The vehicles, each with a 913-kilogram load capacity and a 264-kilometer range per charge, are optimized for last-mile deliveries in high-traffic urban areas. The move responds to […]
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BBVA has raised €1 billion via a 10-year senior non-preferred (SNP) green bond, maturing in 2035, in a transaction that drew €2.9 billion in investor orders—nearly triple the issue size. The strong demand enabled the bank to tighten pricing from mid-swap plus 135 basis points to a final spread of 108 basis points, marking the […]
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China has introduced a pilot program to draw international capital into its green economy by easing foreign debt financing rules for environmentally focused projects. The initiative, led by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE), covers 16 regions including Beijing, Shanghai, Hebei, and Qingdao. Under the program, non-financial companies are encouraged to raise funds from […]
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A U.S. federal judge has ordered the shutdown of the migrant detention facility in Florida known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” citing severe environmental damage to the Florida Everglades, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ruling, issued by District Judge Kathleen Williams, mandates that operations at the site be wound down within 60 days. It prohibits the […]
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New York, NY — Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM), through its 1GT climate private equity strategy, has joined a $105 million Series C funding round for Overhaul Group, a global leader in in-transit cargo risk management and supply chain visibility solutions. The round was led by Springcoast Partners, with continued support from existing investor Edison […]
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Birmingham, UK — The Energy, Fuels & Decarbonisation Expo (EFD Expo), the UK’s premier event for sustainable energy and environmental innovation, is set to return on 17–18 September 2025 at the NEC Birmingham. As part of the broader Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS), EFD Expo continues to serve as a vital platform for professionals […]
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Dublin, Ireland — Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has officially published Ireland’s first Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Policy Roadmap, delivering on a key commitment outlined in the Programme for Government. The roadmap sets the foundation for Ireland’s long-term strategy to decarbonise the aviation sector, which faces unique challenges in reducing emissions due to its reliance […]
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