Sustainability news today

Here are some of the top sustainability news stories from around the world today:

Climate Change

• The European Union has set a target to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels, as part of its efforts to combat climate change. (Source: BBC News)
• A new study has found that the world's oceans are absorbing more carbon dioxide than previously thought, which could accelerate climate change. (Source: The Guardian)

Renewable Energy

• The cost of solar energy has fallen by 70% over the past decade, making it more competitive with fossil fuels, according to a new report. (Source: Bloomberg)
• The world's largest offshore wind farm, the Hornsea 1 project, has been officially opened off the coast of Yorkshire, UK. (Source: The Telegraph)

Sustainable Agriculture

• A new study has found 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 coffee company, Starbucks, has announced plans to source 100% of its coffee sustainably by 2025. (Source: The Hill)

Circular Economy

• The European Union has launched a new circular economy package aimed at reducing waste and increasing recycling rates. (Source: EurActiv)
• A new study has found that the global fashion industry is producing 12.8% more clothing than it did just five years ago, despite a growing trend towards sustainability. (Source: The Fashion Spot)

Conservation

• A new study has found that the world's coral reefs are facing an unprecedented crisis, with 30% of reefs already lost and 70% threatened by climate change. (Source: The New York Times)
• The African Wildlife Foundation has launched a new initiative to protect the world's largest elephant population, which is found in Botswana. (Source: CNN)

Sustainable Transportation

• The UK government has announced plans to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2040, as part of its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. (Source: The Independent)
• A new study has found that electric vehicles are becoming increasingly cost-competitive with traditional gasoline-powered cars. (Source: The Verge)

These are just a few of the top sustainability news stories from around the world today. I hope you find them informative and interesting!