Tag #Sustainability

nrc.nl
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Electric Vehicle Charging Cost Reimbursement Dilemma in the Netherlands

The Netherlands sees a surge in electric vehicles, creating a reimbursement dilemma for employers due to varying home charging costs and more expensive public charging, necessitating flexible, transparent policies.

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36% Bias Score

forbes.com
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MIAFW 2024: Miami's Diverse Fashion Week Showcases Local and Global Talent

Miami Fashion Week (MIAFW), held November 18-23, 2024, showcased a diverse range of designers, from international icons like Philipp Plein to local Miami talent, reflecting the city's unique cultural blend and direct-to-consumer market; the event also prioritized sustainability and community buildin...

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48% Bias Score

lemonde.fr
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Graphic Novel "Ressources" Details Unsustainable Resource Extraction and Promotes Techno-Discernment

Philippe Bihouix and Vincent Perriot's "Ressources. Un défi pour l'humanité" details the unsustainable rate of resource extraction, criticizing technosolutionism and advocating for "techno-discernment" to achieve a sustainable future, highlighting that more resources will be extracted in the next 30...

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28% Bias Score

elmundo.es
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Madrid Launches Rooftop Greening Plan to Combat Heat Island Effect

Madrid City Council announced a plan to transform building rooftops into green spaces to combat urban heat island effects and reduce CO2, offering incentives like penthouse construction for participation.

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36% Bias Score

bbc.com
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Seaweed Biofuel Powers Cars in the Caribbean

Caribbean scientists create biofuel from invasive sargassum seaweed to power cars, offering a sustainable solution to an environmental problem.

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36% Bias Score

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bbc.com
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Baking Soda: A Scientific Look at its Cleaning Power

This article investigates the effectiveness of baking soda as a cleaning agent, comparing it to commercial products and considering both environmental and practical aspects.

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40% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
nrc.nl
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Rabobank's "Onze Dag": Strengthening Member Engagement and Cooperative Identity

On November 30th, 2024, Rabobank held its first nationwide event, "Onze Dag," for 1,150 active members in Nieuwegein, aiming to enhance member engagement and address concerns about the bank's cooperative identity, particularly regarding sustainability and local community impact.

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52% Bias Score

gr.euronews.com
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EU to Regulate AI's Environmental Impact

The European Commission will issue secondary legislation under the AI Act to regulate the environmental impact of AI systems, particularly large language models, addressing their high energy consumption and aiming to establish standardized reporting methods.

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28% Bias Score

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euronews.com
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Danfoss's Electric Trucks: 44kW Onboard Chargers Enable Near 24/7 Operation, Reducing Emissions by 10-15%

Danfoss uses eight electric trucks equipped with 44kW onboard chargers, allowing near 24/7 operation by charging during 15-minute loading/unloading stops; this reduces annual diesel consumption by 250,000 liters, decreasing emissions by 10-15% and showcasing a significant step towards decarbonizing ...

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40% Bias Score

elpais.com
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Chilean Forestry Pioneer Awarded for Conservation Work

Carmen Luz de la Maza, a pioneering Chilean forestry engineer, received the Chilean Forestry Science Award for her conservation work, highlighting the economic valuation of nature and advocating for governmental reforestation policies to address slow post-wildfire recovery.

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16% Bias Score

cnn.com
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Iced Coffee Craze: At-Home Brewing vs. Café Quality

This article analyzes the rising popularity of iced coffee and the efforts of companies like Nestlé and Keurig to capture the at-home market, while highlighting the scientific challenges and economic considerations involved.

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40% Bias Score

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euronews.com
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Belem's Challenges in Hosting COP30

Belem, Brazil, is preparing to host COP30, the UN climate conference, but faces major challenges related to infrastructure, environment, and security. Despite these challenges, the city is undertaking several initiatives to improve its readiness.

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44% Bias Score

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