Tag #Sustainability

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Finland's Geothermal Breakthrough: On Track for 2030 Carbon Neutrality

Finland's Vantaa city launched its first geothermal plant, generating 2,600 megawatts of electricity and 1,400 MWh of heat annually, reducing CO2 emissions by 95% compared to fossil fuels and potentially enabling the country to reach carbon neutrality by 2030.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
theglobeandmail.com
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Surge in Wardrobing Costs Retailers US\$890 Billion

Wardrobing, the practice of returning used clothing, costs retailers US\$890 billion annually and is surging; retailers are using technology and stricter return policies to combat this, impacting consumers through higher prices and less convenient return options.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Transneft-Verkhnyaya Volga Achieves 45 Million Ruble Energy Savings in 2024

Transneft-Verkhnyaya Volga's 2024 energy-saving program yielded 45 million rubles in savings through pipeline cleaning, fuel switching in boiler houses, and optimized transportation routes, reducing electricity use by 0.6% and fuel consumption by 29.3 tons.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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UN Article 6 Boosts Legitimacy of International Carbon Markets

The UN's Article 6 decision legitimizes international carbon markets, allowing countries to trade credits toward climate goals, addressing double-counting and boosting market credibility, with projections of \$10-40 billion market value by 2030 despite a 2023 downturn.

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Climate Action
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Dutch Small Industries Face Decarbonization Roadblocks

Facing challenges in decarbonization, 330 small-to-medium Dutch industrial companies (Cluster 6) risk missing their 2030 emission reduction targets due to insufficient grid capacity and hydrogen infrastructure, highlighting unequal support compared to larger industrial players.

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56% Bias Score

Climate Action
zeit.de
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Frankfurt Historical Museum's New Director Prioritizes Digitization and Sustainability

Frankfurt's Historical Museum's new director, Doreen Mölders, plans to digitize collections and implement sustainable practices, viewing the museum as a model for others; upcoming exhibits include one on children's rights and another on the housing issue in Frankfurt.

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Quality Education
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Booming Vitamin Supplement Market: A Double-Edged Sword

The global vitamin supplement market, valued at \$177.5 billion in 2023 and projected to reach \$327.4 billion by 2030, is booming due to declining nutrient density in food caused by depleted soil and intensive farming; however, this reliance raises environmental concerns due to the industry's unsus...

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Good Health and Well-being
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Thousands of Hotels to Open Globally in 2025

Thousands of hotels are scheduled to open in 2025, showcasing diverse offerings ranging from the luxurious Oberoi Rajgarh Palace in India to the eco-conscious Mandai Rainforest Resort in Singapore and adventure-focused lodges in New Zealand and Kenya, reflecting a global surge in tourism and hospita...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Forced Labor Found in Half of Indian Cotton Farms Supplying Global Brands

An investigation of 90 cotton farms in Madhya Pradesh, India, revealed that almost half use forced labor, including children, who are paid $2.30 a day and trapped in debt, with these farms supplying major brands like Pratibha Syntex, highlighting the prevalence of modern slavery in the global textil...

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No Poverty
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Massive AI Investment Announced: $500 Billion Stargate Venture

The US announced a $500 billion, four-year investment in AI infrastructure through a joint venture named Stargate, involving OpenAI, Oracle, and Softbank; this highlights the massive funding requirements and the need for coordinated global efforts, according to Barclays CEO Francesco Ceccato.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Indonesia's Free Nutritious Meal Program Faces Funding Challenges

Indonesia's government launched a Rp71 trillion free nutritious meal program (MBG) aiming to reach 15-17.5 million people by 2025, facing funding concerns and controversies over President Prabowo's initial use of personal funds for pilot programs; the program's long-term sustainability hinges on sec...

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Zero Hunger
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Dutch Industrial Sustainability Projects Delayed Due to Grid Capacity Issues

In a specific region of the Netherlands, 75% of sustainability projects for 400 energy-intensive companies are delayed past 2030 due to insufficient grid capacity and prolonged permitting, resulting in higher energy costs compared to neighboring countries and threatening over 200,000 jobs.

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52% Bias Score

Affordable and Clean Energy

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