EU Smashes 2020 Climate Target, Records 34% Drop in Emissions to Lowest Level Since 1990
Total greenhouse gas emissions in the EU reached their lowest level since 1990, according to official data reported this week by the EEA.
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Common Clay in Kitty Litter Could Be the Friendliest Way to Cut Emissions and Fight Climate Change
MIT researchers have come up with a dirt-cheap solution to curb methane emissions in the air—using common clay in kitty litter.
Bezos Created $10 Billion Earth Fund to Meet Climate Crisis, First Grants of $800M Go to Iconic Environmental Groups
The $10 billion Bezos Earth Fund has announced 800 million in an initial round of grants for iconic environmental and climate orginzations.
Hundreds of US Cities Composting Their Food Waste Helps Farmers and Cuts Tons of Emissions
Over 200 US cities are recycling their food waste, cutting tons of methane emissions while giving farms compost to grow food with less water.
Munich's First Solar Bus Technology Will Hit the Road to Reduce Emissions and Pollution
Sono Motors and the city of Munich are testing a public bus with solar panels on the roof to save fuel, slash emissions, and cut pollution.
Decarbonization Tech Instantly Converts Carbon Dioxide to Solid Carbon
A smart and super-efficient new way of capturing carbon dioxide and converting it to solid carbon could help advance the decarbonization of heavy industries.
Jet Flown by United Airlines Entirely Powered by 100% Plant-Based Fuel from Corn Stalk Waste
A plant-based fuel that reduces emissions by 505 was just used for the first time ever to power 100% of a United flight from Chicago to D.C.
Hundreds of Roundabouts in Two U.S. States are Saving Lives, Reducing Injuries, and Lowering Carbon Emissions
In the last five years, Indiana has built 256 roundabouts and seen massive decreases in fatalities, injuries, costs, and collisions.
Engineered Bacteria Uses Sunlight to Turn CO2 Emissions into Methane
This surprisingly simple enzymatic method could make a big dent in air pollution by turning the sun's rays into fuel.
India to Ratify Climate Deal on Gandhi's Birthday; He Left the 'Least Carbon Footprint of All'
India has finally joined the global pact adopted by 195 countries to fight climate change -in honor of the one who left the least carbon footprint of all.
Study Shows Low-emission Cars Less Expensive than Polluters
As electric and hybrid cars steadily become more popular, MIT thought they would double check the numbers and see just how economic low-emission cars are.
What Happens When Paris Bans Cars on 400 Miles of Road for a Car-Free Day Sunday
In response to being declared the most polluted city in the world, Paris has taken big steps to ensure their citizens can breathe easier.
New Law Says Au Revoir to Plastic Cutlery in France
As part of the Energy Transition for Green Growth Act, plastic cups, cutlery, plates, and utensils will be banned to prevent further pollution.
Surprising Study Finds Spectacular Fjords Are Keeping CO2 From the Air
A tiny part of the ocean clears 18 million tons of carbon from the air every year.
'Cool' Clothing Breakthrough Could Slash Emissions by Making You Cooler
This wearable material with its cooling design could replace inefficient air conditioners, helping the planet and keeping you looking cool.
University Coal Use Has Plunged 64% Since 2008
It was only a little less than a decade ago that American universities were burning over 2 million tons of coal a year.
Bikes Made With Recycled Materials are Saving Tons of Plastic Every Year
Thanks to its environmentally-friendly design, the Muzzicycle has saved 5 tons of CO2 emissions from the atmosphere every year since production began.
UPS Deliveries May Now Arrive Via Electrically-Powered Bikes
These eco-friendly delivery bikes could save massive amounts of carbon emissions from being poured into the atmosphere by UPS trucks.
England Just Had Its First Day Without Coal Since Industrial Revolution
Just in time for Earth Day, too. I
Bill Gates Announces $1Bil Fund for New Technology Geared Toward Climate Change
The legendary tech billionaire do-gooder – along with several other CEOs – have created a groundbreaking new fund to help combat climate change.
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