Articles tagged with "sustainability"
ESG Reporting Can Be A Strategic Business Advantage (Study) - CleanTechnica
A study conducted by Cambridge University’s Centre for Sustainable Development in collaboration with DNV reveals that Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting is increasingly viewed as a strategic business advantage. According to the study, 72% of global businesses believe ESG regulatory compliance enhances their value to investors and stakeholders. Moreover, by 2025, 71% of companies voluntarily plan to report on sustainability efforts ahead of mandatory EU directives, motivated by benefits such as improved operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and innovation in sustainable products and services. The study also highlights that 63% of respondents experienced improved brand perception due to ESG compliance, which is linked to increased trust from customers who value ethical operations—especially among younger generations like Gen Z and Millennials. ESG culture, as described in the study, involves gathering comprehensive data to better understand and manage a company’s environmental and social impacts, thereby increasing transparency across the value chain. While many organizations struggle with the volume of data required for compliance, DNV emphasizes the importance
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The article "Trump 2.0 And Science Denial - Alice In Wonderland For The 21st Century" from CleanTechnica explores the pervasive science denial within the Trump administration, attributing it primarily to self-interest and profit motives. The author argues that the administration favors waste, obsolescence, and consumption because these drive corporate profits, whereas science promotes innovation and challenges entrenched beliefs. This conflict leads to the rejection of evidence-based policies on clean energy, vaccines, social programs, immigration, and even democracy itself, as these threaten profitable industries like fossil fuels and other special interests. The article references analyses by Paul Krugman, Robert Reich, and the Brennan Center for Justice, highlighting how political power and influential Republican figures have reshaped public narratives to undermine scientific research that conflicts with their agendas. The piece further discusses the consequences of reduced government support for science, noting that private companies prioritize short-term profits over long-term innovation, which weakens scientific progress. It critiques a May 23 executive
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The article reports the first-ever cross-border transfer of Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMOs) under Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement, marking a significant milestone in the durable carbon removal (CDR) market. This transaction involves the transfer of verified CDR credits generated from biomass-based carbon removal with permanent geological storage in Norway to a coalition of Swiss corporate buyers. The deal was coordinated by ClimeFi and formalized during a signing ceremony in Norway on June 17, 2025. Unlike traditional carbon offsets, this transfer operates within a government-recognized bilateral framework, ensuring enhanced credibility, transparency, and international accountability. Swiss Environment Minister Albert Rösti emphasized the importance of CO2 storage technology in Switzerland’s path to net-zero emissions, highlighting the agreement’s role in fostering innovation and strengthening bilateral ties. ClimeFi’s CEO Paolo Piffaretti noted the initiative as a pioneering example of public-private partnership, demonstrating how sovereign oversight, commercial structuring, and private
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The article discusses the complex landscape of the US energy transition amid rising electricity demand and shifting federal policies. Despite setbacks such as potential reductions in federal support for renewable energy under the current Republican-controlled Congress, the US continues to add carbon-free power capacity rapidly. This growth is driven not only by renewables but also by innovative financing models that lower barriers to energy efficiency upgrades. One notable example is the emerging "energy-as-a-service" (EaaS) model, which allows building owners to implement energy system improvements without upfront costs, paying instead through monthly utility savings. A key player highlighted is Budderfly, an EaaS company that recently secured over $1 billion in capital, including a $100 million debt financing round from Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit. Budderfly’s approach integrates advanced HVAC systems, LED lighting, smart controls, and water-saving technologies through long-term service agreements, delivering cost savings and supporting sustainability goals. Both Budderfly and its investors emphasize the importance of energy efficiency as a
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Lynk & Co, a relatively young electric vehicle (EV) brand known for its sleek, tech-forward designs, has officially launched its new model, the Lynk & Co 08, across Europe. Unlike many EV brands focused solely on pure electric vehicles, Lynk & Co emphasizes plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), blending practicality with innovation. The 08 model is a €53,000 plug-in hybrid SUV offering a notable 200 km (124 miles) of electric-only range and fast DC charging capabilities, which are industry firsts in Europe. It boasts a total driving range exceeding 1,100 km and promises a combination of performance, sustainability, and convenience tailored for modern lifestyles. The Lynk & Co 08 is positioned as a high-tech, luxurious vehicle featuring advanced safety systems such as an ADAS suite, matrix LED headlights, and a 360-degree camera. Its design focuses on both aesthetics and efficiency, with aerodynamic sculpted sides, frameless windows,
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Hiro Technologies, a Texas-based startup, has developed MycoDigestible Diapers, an innovative sustainable diaper that uses fungi to transform baby poop and plastic components into nutrient-rich soil within nine months. Disposable diapers, which typically take around 500 years to decompose, contribute significantly to landfill waste and environmental pollution. The company’s approach leverages fungi’s natural ability to break down complex carbon materials, including plastics, by releasing enzymes that degrade the strong carbon bonds in petroleum-based diaper plastics. Each diaper includes a packet of fungi that activates upon exposure to moisture from the diaper’s contents and environment, initiating the biodegradation process. The diapers are made from unbleached cotton and softwood fluff pulp sourced from sustainably managed forests, ensuring they are gentle on babies’ skin and environmentally friendly. Lab tests demonstrated that within nine months, the treated diapers fully decomposed into black soil. Hiro Technologies currently sells diaper bundles online and plans to expand the fungi technology to other plastic-containing products such as adult incontinence and
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The article from CleanTechnica addresses renewed criticism of electric vehicles (EVs), sparked by comments from Akio Toyoda, president of Toyota, who argued that in Japan—where electricity generation relies heavily on thermal power plants—producing EVs could increase carbon emissions compared to hybrids. This statement was seized upon by anti-EV groups to claim that EVs are worse polluters than hybrids or gasoline cars. However, the article highlights that such claims often stem from misinformation or ideological bias against EVs and fail to consider the full lifecycle emissions of vehicles. Scientific studies, including one published by IOP Science, acknowledge that EV manufacturing produces higher initial carbon emissions due to battery production, creating a "carbon debt." Yet, over their operational lifetime, EVs offset this debt by producing significantly lower emissions during use, especially as electricity grids become cleaner. The breakeven point for EVs to become cleaner than hybrids is typically between 20,000 and 30,000 miles, and even shorter when
energyelectric-vehiclescarbon-emissionsbattery-manufacturingrenewable-energypower-gridsustainabilityHelium & Hot Air: Saskatchewan’s Greenwashing Sustainability Claims - CleanTechnica
The article critiques Saskatchewan’s government for promoting misleading sustainability claims, particularly highlighting an ad campaign that touts the province as a leader in environmental stewardship. A key example is the province’s helium production being equated to planting billions of trees. While Saskatchewan’s helium extraction produces relatively low greenhouse gas emissions compared to global standards—due to a unique geological occurrence where helium is found alongside nitrogen rather than methane—this advantage is a matter of geological luck rather than deliberate environmental policy. The province is essentially marketing this natural quirk as a conscious sustainability achievement, despite continuing significant emissions from oil and gas extraction, which accounts for about 30% of its greenhouse gases. The article further contextualizes Saskatchewan’s overall environmental impact, noting that it remains one of Canada’s highest per-capita emitters of greenhouse gases, with roughly 74 million tons of CO2 equivalent emitted in 2023—about six times the per-capita emissions of Ontario or Quebec. Besides oil and gas, major emission sources include coal and natural
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The article emphasizes the importance of standing up for social safety programs and democratic protections on No Kings Day, highlighting critical programs such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance, Medicare, Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, and veterans' services. It stresses the need to defend immigrants' rights and the right to peaceful assembly while calling for urgent climate action. The article critiques former President Donald Trump’s policies, arguing they undermine the U.S.’s ability to combat climate change, damage international alliances like the Paris Agreement, and threaten democratic principles by concentrating power in a manner reminiscent of monarchy. The piece explains that the Founding Fathers designed the U.S. government as a republic with checks and balances to prevent tyranny, contrasting this with the autocratic tendencies seen in Trump’s leadership. It notes that the climate crisis is a unique challenge that spans both present and future generations, requiring consistent, long-term policies rather than erratic measures like the “TACO” (Trump Always Chickens Out) tariff approach. The article calls for strong,
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A new 240-kilowatt solar photovoltaic canopy has been installed at the Pendleton Wastewater Treatment and Resource Recovery Facility (WWTRRF) in Oregon, marking a significant advancement in the city’s efforts to enhance energy resilience and sustainability. The solar canopy is expected to generate approximately 325,000 kWh of electricity annually, offsetting around 30% of the facility’s total energy consumption and reducing operational costs. Beyond energy production, the canopy shades the facility’s chlorine contact chamber, which helps improve water quality, lower effluent temperatures, and support a healthier aquatic ecosystem. The project, delivered through an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) with Ameresco, a Massachusetts-based energy solutions provider, represents a milestone in infrastructure improvement for Pendleton. It was funded through a combination of state grants, utility incentives, and city resources. City officials and Ameresco emphasized the canopy’s role in promoting economic benefits, operational efficiency, and environmental health. Future plans include adding a battery energy storage system (
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Volvo Cars is advancing its sustainability efforts by committing to use high-quality, recycled, and near zero-emissions steel supplied by SSAB starting in 2025. This makes Volvo the first automaker to secure such a deal for mass-produced vehicles. The recycled steel will initially be incorporated into the upcoming fully electric Volvo EX60 SUV and future SPA3 architecture models. Volvo emphasizes that this recycled steel meets the same stringent safety and durability standards as traditional steel, aligning with its reputation for safety and environmental responsibility. The move is part of Volvo’s broader strategy to reduce its carbon footprint, as steel production accounts for about 25% of material-related emissions in its cars. The company aims to cut average CO2 emissions of its vehicles by 65–75% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels and achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Volvo also plans for an average of 30% recycled content across its fleet by 2030, with new models from that year containing
energymaterialsrecycled-steelelectric-vehiclessustainabilitycircular-economyVolvo-CarsClimeFi Unlocks Access To XPRIZE Winners With New Carbon Removal Portfolio Offering - CleanTechnica
ClimeFi has launched a new carbon removal portfolio that grants corporate buyers, climate investors, and procurement managers streamlined access to a diversified selection of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies. These technologies were vetted and recognized through the XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition, which evaluated over 1,300 global teams and awarded top prizes to breakthrough projects such as Mati Carbon’s Enhanced Rock Weathering, NetZero’s Biomass CDR and Storage, Vaulted Deep’s underground waste storage, and UNDO Carbon’s Enhanced Rock Weathering. Together, these projects represent promising, scalable pathways for permanent atmospheric CO₂ removal. The ClimeFi portfolio offers a simplified, efficient procurement process by providing a single point of access to multiple validated technologies, pre-negotiated contracts, and lower minimum purchase thresholds, aiming to deliver over 50,000 tonnes of carbon removal by 2030. This approach addresses the growing demand for credible, durable, and auditable carbon credits in the maturing voluntary carbon market, combining rigorous scientific validation with commercial readiness. The collaboration between ClimeFi and XPRIZE exemplifies how competitions and asset management platforms can work together to scale global carbon removal solutions by connecting capital with vetted, investable projects.
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The article from CleanTechnica argues that a fundamental political problem in the US today is the lack of focus on the greater good, with society and government failing to provide appropriate oversight to address collective challenges like climate change. The author highlights the irony of insurance companies refusing to cover homes at climate risk while insuring fossil fuel projects, underscoring a broader societal failure to prioritize long-term communal welfare over short-term individual or corporate gain. The erosion of trust and effectiveness in government further hampers efforts to regulate and transition away from fossil fuels, as government itself has become a divisive and often distrusted institution. The piece reflects on how political discourse has shifted from collective action and shared sacrifice—seen in historical movements like WWII, Civil Rights, and women’s suffrage—to a more selfish, fear-driven narrative focused on personal gain, scapegoating, and division. The author laments that today’s politics rarely start from the question, “How do we help society as a whole?” Instead, the prevailing mindset is “What’s in it for me?” This shift toward individualism and greed has weakened societal cohesion and the ability to address pressing issues like climate collapse effectively. The article calls for a renewed emphasis on common ground and the greater good as the foundation for political and social progress.
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ComEd has launched a new EV Ambassador Program aimed at increasing education and awareness about electric vehicle (EV) adoption in northern Illinois. This community-driven initiative involves three local partner organizations—A Step Beyond NFP, Bronzeville Community Development Partnership, and Equiticity—who will engage residents and businesses through summer events, presentations, and EV demonstrations. The program seeks to help customers understand the benefits of switching to EVs, such as fuel cost savings and reduced environmental impact, while connecting them with resources like rebate programs, an EV dealership network, and an EV toolkit. The EV Ambassador Program is part of ComEd’s broader Beneficial Electrification (BE) Plan, which provides financial incentives and support for cleaner transportation. Originally launched in 2023, the BE Plan funding has been extended through 2028. The selected ambassador organizations focus on sustainability and serving historically underserved communities disproportionately affected by pollution. They emphasize overcoming barriers to EV adoption, particularly lack of awareness about economic and health benefits. Community members can interact with EV Ambassadors and experience EV technology firsthand at various events throughout the summer, with more events planned for the year.
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The article from Clean Energy Canada emphasizes that Canada's new government, as reflected in the recent Throne Speech, is embracing a vision centered on transformative change rather than maintaining the status quo. Key to this vision is rethinking trade relationships, investing in emerging industries, and integrating affordability and sustainability into economic growth strategies from the outset. The government aims to implement an industrial strategy that simultaneously enhances global competitiveness and addresses climate change, viewing these goals as complementary rather than separate. The piece highlights that transitioning to clean energy and using low-carbon construction materials can reduce household energy costs over time and lower emissions, making homes more affordable to live in monthly. Canada’s extensive trade agreements with 60% of the global economy position it well to diversify away from reliance on U.S. markets, especially as many of its major trade partners have net-zero commitments and carbon pricing policies. The article underscores the significant opportunities in Canada’s critical minerals, clean technologies, and low-carbon industrial products sectors. It calls on the federal government to invest domestically by adopting “Buy Clean” policies that support Canadian industries and make clean technologies more accessible and affordable for Canadians, reinforcing that now is the time for innovative, forward-thinking policies rather than maintaining existing approaches.
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