Sustainability news

Here are some recent sustainability news articles and updates:

Climate Change

• The world is running out of time to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, according to a new report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). (Source: BBC)
• The European Union has set a target to become carbon neutral by 2050, with a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030. (Source: The Guardian)
• A new study finds that climate change is causing a significant increase in the number of extreme weather events, such as heatwaves and droughts. (Source: Science Daily)

Renewable Energy

• The cost of solar energy has fallen by 70% over the past decade, making it more competitive with fossil fuels. (Source: Bloomberg)
• The world's largest offshore wind farm has been launched off the coast of the UK, with the capacity to power over 1 million homes. (Source: The Telegraph)
• A new report finds that renewable energy could provide 80% of the world's energy by 2050, if governments and companies take bold action. (Source: The Guardian)

Sustainable Agriculture

• A new study finds that regenerative agriculture practices, such as no-till farming and cover cropping, can help sequester carbon in soils and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. (Source: Science Daily)
• The world's largest food company, Nestle, has pledged to source 100% of its coffee sustainably by 2025. (Source: Food Business News)
• A new report finds that sustainable agriculture practices can help reduce food waste and improve food security. (Source: The Guardian)

Circular Economy

• The European Union has launched a new circular economy package, aimed at reducing waste and increasing recycling rates. (Source: The Guardian)
• A new study finds that the circular economy could create 1.5 million new jobs in the EU by 2030. (Source: The Telegraph)
• A new report finds that companies that adopt circular economy practices can reduce their environmental impact and increase their profits. (Source: Forbes)

Sustainable Transportation

• The world's first hydrogen-powered train has been launched in Germany, with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80%. (Source: The Telegraph)
• A new study finds that electric vehicles could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2050, if they become the dominant form of transportation. (Source: Science Daily)
• A new report finds that sustainable transportation options, such as bike-sharing and car-sharing, can reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality. (Source: The Guardian)

Corporate Sustainability

• A new report finds that companies that prioritize sustainability are more likely to outperform their peers and attract top talent. (Source: Forbes)
• A new study finds that companies that adopt sustainable practices can reduce their costs and improve their brand reputation. (Source: Harvard Business Review)
• A new report finds that the world's largest companies are increasingly prioritizing sustainability, with 75% of the Fortune 500 publishing sustainability reports. (Source: The Guardian)

I hope you find these updates interesting and informative!