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22 countries pledge to triple Nuclear Energy capacity by 2050 at COP28

As many as 22 countries pledged at the United Nations climate summit COP28 in Dubai to triple nuclear energy capacity by 2050, saying the revival of nuclear power was critical to cut carbon emissions to near zero in the coming decades.

World’s richest 1% pollute the planet more than 5 billion people: study

The wealthiest 1% of the global population generated carbon emissions equivalent to the combined output of the poorest 66% of humanity in 2019, a recent Oxfam report found. The report, published on November 20, came ahead of the UN climate...

UAE unveils world’s largest Solar Power Plant in Abu Dhabi’s desert ahead of COP28

UAE has launched the Al Dhafra solar farm – the world’s largest single-site solar plant ahead of the COP28 climate conference.

From Flames to Floods in 24 hours — Extreme Weather strikes Australia’s Victoria State

In less than 24 hours after bushfires forced residents in parts of Australia’s Victoria state to evacuate, heavy rain is now causing flash floods and river swellings in the region. The Australian Bureau of Meteorology predicts ongoing flash flooding in...

New Zealand aims to achieve 100% renewable electricity with the launch of $1.2 Billion climate fund

The New Zealand Government has partnered with private investor BlackRock to establish a NZ$2 billion ($1.2 billion) climate fund to achieve the goal of becoming the first country in the world with 100% renewable electricity.

IAEA and partners launch contest for startups to combat climate crisis using AI

UN organizations have joined forces to announce a ground-breaking initiative, the "AI for Good Contest for Startups" aimed at harnessing the potential of AI to combat climate change's impact on food security and sustainable water resources.

France bans short-haul flights in push for climate-friendly train travel

France has banned domestic short-haul flights where train alternatives exist amid French Government’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions. The law comes into force two years after lawmakers initially voted to phase out routes that can be traveled by train in...

Sweden building world’s first permanent electrified road to charge EVs while driving

Sweden is set to build the world's first permanent electrified road for Electric Vehicles (EVs) to charge while driving which could pave the way for more sustainable transport solutions, as it is expected to lead to an expansion of...

France bans use of disposable tableware at fast food restaurants from January 2023

Fast food restaurants in France will stop using disposable containers, plates, cups and tableware for customers from January 1 as part of the French government's efforts to combat waste and encourage recycling.

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More than 300,000 displaced in France and Spain as firefighters battle raging wildfires

Firefighters in France and Spain are battling fast-moving and deadly wildfires as extreme heat and strong winds fuel new...