Tag #Sustainability

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Deforestation Causes 28,000 Annual Deaths Globally

A new study reveals that over 28,000 people die annually due to heat caused by deforestation, mostly in Southeast Asia, highlighting the need for local climate management strategies alongside global CO2 emission reduction.

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44% Bias Score

Climate Action
welt.de
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IFA 2024: AI-Powered Home Robots and Sustainability Take Center Stage

The IFA 2024 tech fair in Berlin, starting September 5th, highlights AI-powered home robots and appliances, with smart ovens, cleaning robots, and lawnmowers showcasing advanced AI capabilities, while also focusing on sustainability and attracting younger audiences.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
npr.org
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Las Vegas Reduces Water Consumption by 30% Through Proactive Conservation Program

Las Vegas's water patrol program, active since 2003, has reduced Colorado River water consumption by 30% despite population growth, achieved through investigations, fees for violations, and aid for low-income residents, showcasing a model for water conservation.

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28% Bias Score

Clean Water and Sanitation
sueddeutsche.de
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Germany's Wurster Nordseeküste Faces Crab Fishing Extinction Due to Aging Workforce

The crab fishing industry on Germany's Wurster Nordseeküste faces extinction due to an aging workforce; only three young fishermen remain, threatening local economies and tourism, while the current good catch offers temporary reprieve.

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56% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
taz.de
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China's Ambivalent Energy Policy: Record Coal Expansion Alongside Unprecedented Renewable Growth

China added 21 gigawatts of coal power capacity in the first half of 2025, the most in a decade, while simultaneously expanding renewable energy at a record pace, projected to surpass the combined capacity of the UK and Germany by the year's end. This reflects a complex energy policy balancing econo...

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40% Bias Score

Climate Action
bbc.com
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India's 'Garbage Cafe' Combats Waste and Hunger

Ambikapur, India's 'garbage cafe' offers meals in exchange for plastic waste, reducing landfill waste by 23 tons since 2019 and addressing hunger among vulnerable populations; the model is now being replicated.

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28% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
news.sky.com
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London Congestion Charge: EV Exemption Ends, Fees Rise

The Mayor of London is proposing changes to London's congestion charge, including a fee increase to £18 and ending EV exemptions, instead introducing a discount system. This aims to manage traffic and generate revenue, starting January 2026.

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44% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
theguardian.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Unregulated Boom in UK Bluefin Tuna Fishing Raises Conservation Concerns

The UK government issued 180 licenses for recreational bluefin tuna fishing in 2025, a sharp increase from 93 in 2024, despite lacking data on population numbers and post-release survival rates, raising concerns about the sustainability of this practice.

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68% Bias Score

Life Below Water
dailymail.co.uk
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UK's Electric Car Grant: Ford Models First to Qualify for Maximum Discount

The UK government's Electric Car Grant (ECG), launched July 15th, offers discounts up to £3,750 on eligible EVs; two Ford models are the first to qualify for the maximum discount, while others receive a lower £1,500 subsidy, causing market disruption due to slow approvals.

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56% Bias Score

Climate Action
forbes.com
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Proactive Asset Management: Key to US Urban Resilience

The U.S. faces a $3.7 trillion infrastructure funding gap by 2030, exacerbated by record-breaking weather disasters; proactive asset management, as demonstrated by Edinburgh's use of Brightly Software, offers a solution by improving operational efficiency and securing funding for necessary maintenan...

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32% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
forbes.com
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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Impact Sector Faces Fragmentation, Demanding Intentional Community Building

The impact sector faces fragmentation due to declining trust, burnout, and ineffective funding models, demanding a shift towards intentional community building prioritizing inclusivity and actionable outcomes.

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28% Bias Score

Partnerships for the Goals
dw.com
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China's Southeast Asia Expansion: Balancing Economic Growth with Environmental Concerns

Driven by stricter regulations and overcapacity at home, Chinese companies are expanding their mining and processing operations across Southeast Asia, raising concerns about environmental damage and social impacts, despite also funding clean energy projects in the region.

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48% Bias Score

Clean Water and Sanitation

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