It seems that when it’s about EVs vs diesel cars, the later are losing the race. Electric vehicles (EVs) have been gaining popularity over the years as people look for more sustainable and environmentally friendly modes of transportation. People are familiar with diesel cars’ costs of maintenance and driving. However, EVs are still new, and …
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An increasing number of oil tankers are joining the “shadow” fleet of tankers carrying oil from countries hit by Western sanctions. The rise of this fleet poses a risk of accidents that can cause oil spills and environmental damage. This opaque parallel trade has expanded due to the rising Iranian oil exports and the restrictions …
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Water security conference calls for action to address unsustainable use of water resources or water overconsumption. The United Nations recently held its first water security conference in nearly fifty years, emphasizing the importance of managing one of humanity’s most precious resources. According to the U.N., a quarter of the world’s population still lacks access to …
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Agrivoltaics, also known as “dual-use agriculture,” is a new and innovative approach that combines solar energy and food production. In the past, the choice between using land for agriculture or solar panels has been contentious. However, agrivoltaics allows for both to coexist and even benefit each other. Utilizing the same plot of land for solar …
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Phillips 66’s Rodeo Renewed biofuels project promises to transform the oldest refining town in the American West, where the oil giant will replace crude oil processing with a massive renewable diesel plant. This initiative is part of a global trend that includes plans for dozens of new U.S. renewable diesel plants that are expected to …
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Environmental protection is a critical issue globally as the world continues to face the adverse effects of climate change. The European Union (EU) has been at the forefront of promoting sustainable development and protecting the environment. To achieve this, EU lawmakers have proposed a draft law aimed at combating environmental crimes. The proposed law, introduced …
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In an attempt to resolve a dispute with Germany over the EU’s phasing out of combustion engine cars from 2035, the European Commission has drafted a plan allowing sales of new cars with internal combustion engines that run solely on climate-neutral e-fuel. According to a draft proposal seen by Reuters on Tuesday, a new type …
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The European Union’s proposed Euro 7 emission rules have come under fire from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), which claims that the new regulations will bring about greater complexity and uncertainty to the auto industry. The industry lobby group further argues that the Euro 7 regulations will result in a significant rise in new …
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Plastic waste is a major environmental problem, particularly in coastal regions where it often finds its way into the ocean. Egypt is one of the worst offenders in the Mediterranean, with 74,000 tonnes of plastic waste entering the sea each year. In an effort to combat this issue, an Egyptian startup called TileGreen is turning …
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U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Monday that the climate time bomb is ticking and urged rich nations to cut emissions sooner, following a new scientific assessment that said there was little time to waste in addressing climate change. He issued this stark warning about the urgent need for climate action, following the publication of …
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