Authors of a recently published study discuss how their research discovered that seals exhibit avoidance of turbines during operation. This finding is important for industry developers and regulators, as lower numbers of seals close to the turbine reduces the potential for fatal collisions and injuries. The rise of the tidal energy industry Tidal turbine at […]
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TA’ZIZ has taken a significant step toward strengthening the UAE’s industrial and economic diversification by awarding a $1.7 billion EPC contract to SAMSUNG E&A for the development of the country’s first world-scale methanol production plant. Located in Al Ruwais Industrial City, Abu Dhabi, the plant will be a pioneering facility powered by clean energy from […]
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In a groundbreaking move, Île-de-France Mobilités has issued the first-ever EU Green Bond under the newly implemented European Green Bond Standard (EuGB), raising €1 billion on Euronext Paris. This marks a significant milestone in sustainable finance, reinforcing the region’s commitment to transforming its transport network into a fully carbon-free system by 2030. A Step Towards […]
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In a landmark achievement, BBVA has surpassed its €300 billion sustainable business target a full year ahead of its 2025 deadline. The bank channeled an impressive €99 billion into sustainable initiatives in 2024, bringing its total sustainable investments from 2018 to 2024 to €304 billion. This early success underscores BBVA’s growing role in the global […]
Continue ReadingPaul Kühn, University of Jena, discusses his article: Nitrogen content of herbarium specimens from arable fields and mesic meadows reflect the intensifying agricultural management during the 20th century Biodiversity in agricultural areas Agricultural habitats such as arable fields and meadows are shaped by human activity. Agricultural productivity is rising, but at the same time, many […]
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Repsol is set to invest more than €800 million into a groundbreaking project in Tarragona, Catalonia, where the company will develop Europe’s first facility dedicated to converting urban waste into renewable methanol. This ambitious initiative marks a significant step in the decarbonization of the transport sector and the promotion of a circular economy. The Tarragona […]
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Britain has formalized its commitment to cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by 2035 in a submission to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The submission, announced by Climate Minister Ed Miliband, reaffirms the target previously pledged by Prime Minister Keir Starmer at COP29, but it stops short of outlining specific policies […]
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Despite shifting global political landscapes and growing skepticism around green finance, Moody’s Investors Service projects that the sustainable bond market will maintain steady growth in 2025, with green bonds alone expected to surpass $620 billion. This marks the fifth consecutive year of sustained green bond issuance at or above $1 trillion globally, signaling the resilience […]
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APG, the Dutch pension services provider managing €577 billion in assets, has committed to a sustainable direct lending platform managed by Colesco Capital. This investment, part of the platform’s first funding close, totals over €800 million, with Rabobank also contributing as a cornerstone investor. APG manages pension assets for several large Dutch funds, including ABP, […]
Continue Reading*** This article authored by Tereza Lomickova examines the historical evolution and contemporary challenges of the global leather sector. Tracing leather’s origins from prehistoric protection to its role as a status symbol in ancient civilizations, the article highlights significant advancements in tanning and craftsmanship through various eras, including the Industrial Revolution’s impact on mass production. […]
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