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In 2026, Utah began recycling 35 miles of US 50 in place instead of hauling away the old road; the method reuses 90% of the material and is expected to save $5 million- Engineers turn retired wind turbine blades into highway signs, cutting material costs by 73%
- Nations get moving on Paris Climate Accord, but the pace is slow: UNFCCC
- India set to meet 2030 green goals, but UN issues a global warningIndia is expected to meet its 2030 and 2035 climate targets due to ambitious renewable energy initiatives. The UN report highlights the glo...22 Oct, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
- India’s bid to keep carbon cash home as Europe adds a new trade costIndia’s exporters face new carbon costs under the EU’s CBAM, which took effect in January 2026. For carbon-intensive industries such as ste...28 Sep, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
- El Nino health warning: Dengue, malaria & cholera threat grows as UN and WHO call climate cycle a 'risk multiplier'El Nino health risks: The UN has warned that the current El Nino could pose a significant global health threat, with the climate phenomenon...22 Sep, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
- In 2009, Bogotá captured landfill methane from 2 million tonnes of waste; the result sent electricity to Colombia’s national grid, cutting emissions at Doña Juana landfillFor years, Bogotá’s Doña Juana landfill simply accumulated city waste while quietly leaking methane into the atmosphere. That changed in 20...22 Sep, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
- Brazil's Mombak raises new fund, adds Salesforce as carbon credit buyerInvestors are watching demand trends in the nascent carbon removal market, where companies such as Google, Microsoft and Meta have emerged ...21 Sep, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
- In 2026, researchers modelled recycling centres for Australia’s future wind blade waste. Years later, circular solutions are being explored across the global wind industryIn 2026, researchers modelled recycling centres for Australia’s future wind blade waste. Years later, circular solutions are being explored...20 Sep, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
- In 2009, Britain turned 45,000 tonnes of food waste into biogas; the result generated 1.7 MW of renewable electricity for 2,700 homes at Westwood in NorthamptonshireIn 2009, Britain turned 45,000 tonnes of food waste into biogas; the result generated 1.7 MW of renewable electricity for 2,700 homes at We...20 Sep, 2026, 08.13 PM IST
- A Virginia dairy takes 105,000 tons of discarded food and drink each year instead of sending it to waste; it becomes renewable gasA Virginia dairy farm is pioneering a method to convert food waste and cow manure into renewable energy. By producing renewable natural gas...17 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- UK climate advisers say Heathrow Airport expansion incompatible with climate goalsUK climate advisors state Heathrow Airport expansion conflicts with national climate targets. The aviation sector must achieve net zero emi...16 Sep, 2026, 08.52 AM IST
- In 2020, Australia built more than 90% of a road project from recycled waste; five million bottles went into a job that cost no more than a standard buildIn 2020, Australia built more than 90% of a road project from recycled waste; five million bottles were used in a Central Coast Council pro...15 Sep, 2026, 01.32 AM IST
- In 1993, Doris Duke left behind a 2,700-acre New Jersey estate; 30 years later, the property is being transformed into a laboratory for restoring wetlands, forests and wildlifeDuke Farms in New Jersey is a 2,700-acre living laboratory for conservation. The estate is testing nature restoration and clean energy stra...14 Sep, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
- In the year to September 2023, one Australian city used 6,790 litres of waste engine oil to build roads; it became a coating for stone used in road sealsIn the year leading up to September 2023, the City of Greater Geelong transformed thousands of litres of used motor oil into durable public...10 Sep, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
- Three California students pushed their school district to go greener. Their campaign of 600 students led to electric bus grants, recycling bins and food donationsThree California students founded Go Greenish, a youth-led movement for school climate policies. Their advocacy led to electric school bus ...08 Sep, 2026, 07.46 PM IST
- Fashion’s climate emissions increased almost 14% over two yearsApparel sector emissions surged in 2023 and 2024, driven by an upsurge in global fiber production—especially polyester. The industry risks ...05 Sep, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
- In 2009, Illinois used 38,881 tons of fly ash in highway construction; IDOT reported spending $1.75 million while reducing landfill use and cement demandIllinois highways are increasingly integrating fly ash, a byproduct of coal combustion, as a sustainable option for road construction. This...04 Sep, 2026, 03.40 PM IST
- Earth is set to cross 1.5°C — does the climate clock stop there? The UN has a plan for what happens if temperatures overshoot the crucial thresholdGlobal warming exceeding 1.5°C is now likely, according to a United Nations assessment. The focus must shift to limiting temperature oversh...03 Sep, 2026, 10.13 PM IST
- In 2011, CEQ, EPA and GSA launched a national electronics plan. 15 years later, 2.4 billion EPEAT products generated $24.6 billion in savings for buyers nationwide2011 strategy emerged at a time when computers, monitors, printers, mobile devices and other electronics were becoming increasingly importa...03 Sep, 2026, 08.02 PM IST
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