Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg joined Extinction Rebellion protesters in a blockade of Norway’s largest gas and oil processing plant, demanding action against fossil fuels. The protest involved kayaks, motorboats, and a land blockade, aiming to disrupt the facility’s operations.
India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has proposed new rules to address land contaminated by hazardous substances. The ‘Remediation of Contaminated Sites Rules, 2024’ aim to fill gaps in existing environmental legislation and establish a framework for identifying, assessing, and cleaning up polluted sites. The rules outline the formation of a Central Remediation Committee, responsible for developing cleanup plans and determining liability for contamination.
Edinburgh Airport has become the first in Scotland to achieve global carbon accreditation, reaching Level 4 ‘Transformation’ in the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. This accomplishment signifies the airport’s commitment to its sustainability strategy and its collaboration with stakeholders, airlines, and partners to reduce emissions across its supply chain.
Finish, a leading dishwasher detergent brand, has launched the Finish Water Challenge in partnership with Flume Water to encourage consumers to reduce their water usage at home. The campaign, which runs for 60 days, encourages participants to skip the rinse cycle when washing dishes, saving up to 20 gallons of water per load. The challenge aligns with Finish’s broader mission to address water conservation concerns and their Every Drop Counts Water Report, which details the nation’s freshwater situation.
Motive Energy has successfully installed a solar and electric vehicle charging system at Samueli Academy, a public charter school in California. The project, completed in time for the new school year, will provide the school with significant energy savings and promote sustainability while enhancing campus facilities.
ibis India has launched a comprehensive tree-planting campaign across its 21 hotels, partnering with local government schools to plant 500 trees and educate young students about environmental conservation. The initiative is part of ibis India’s commitment to sustainability and community engagement, aiming to create a positive impact on both the environment and the younger generation.
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against a lithium drilling project in Arizona, halting the project due to its potential impact on sacred lands belonging to the Hualapai Tribe. The tribe, along with environmental groups, argues that the drilling could harm culturally significant springs, while the mining company and the Justice Department claim the tribe exaggerates the potential harm.
The Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu is expecting a surge in migratory bird numbers this season due to the expansion of the nearby Madurantakam tank. This expansion will increase the water holding capacity and provide a more suitable habitat for birds.
Los Angeles County firefighters are enlisting the help of goats and sheep to tackle wildfire risk. These furry grazers are being used to clear dry vegetation in fire-prone areas, offering a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to traditional methods.
Yes Solar Solutions in North Carolina has become the first solar installer in the Triangle region to offer customers financing through the NC Clean Energy Fund (NCCEF), in partnership with the Solar and Energy Loan Fund (SELF). This new financing option aims to make solar energy more accessible to a wider range of homeowners in North Carolina, particularly those with moderate income but potentially lower credit scores.
