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Amidst climate concerns, there's positive environmental news happening every day. BrightWire's Planet Wins section highlights the victories that give us hope for a sustainable future.
Wildlife recovery, renewable energy milestones, conservation successes, and innovative climate solutions from around the world.
Archaeologists used thermal drones to uncover a complete ancient Roman city near Italy's famous Appian Way, revealing streets, a forum, and a hidden theater. The 2,000-year-old discovery shows how modern technology is rewriting ancient history.
Europe poured €45 billion into new wind energy projects in 2025, building enough capacity to power millions more homes. The massive investment strengthens the continent's energy independence while creating jobs and cutting reliance on fossil fuels.
A stunning planetary parade is lighting up evening skies this week, bringing six planets into view at once. With just an hour after sunset and a clear view of the horizon, stargazers can witness this rare cosmic alignment.
A rare three-meter whale jawbone fished from Dutch waters turned out to be a museum treasure secretly dumped so it could be "found" and saved. The creative rescue mission worked perfectly, and now the bone has a second life in education.
A financial executive unveils a bold plan to tackle climate change through market mechanisms instead of economic restrictions. His new book outlines how billions of people could invest in planetary restoration while strengthening the global economy.
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Some butterfly caterpillars have learned to vibrate in complex rhythmic patterns that match their ant caretakers, allowing them to get adopted and protected. Scientists discovered these tiny insects use precise timing similar to human music to communicate in the dark, crowded world of ant nests.
A scientist is using AI and lab-grown plant cells to protect endangered species and create sustainable materials in months instead of decades. Her company has already partnered with conservationists to restore disease-resistant chestnut trees that nearly vanished from American forests.
American clean energy investment reached $120 billion in 2025, proving the renewable energy transition continues to accelerate even during uncertain times. Companies are now using clean energy tax credits as a standard business strategy, with nearly a quarter of Fortune 1000 firms participating.
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South Africa's beloved rooibos tea just smashed export records, reaching over 10,930 tonnes shipped to more than 50 countries in 2025. Farmers are getting creative with carbon-trapping soil techniques to protect this unique crop that grows nowhere else on Earth.
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Scientists are using stoneflies and tadpoles to monitor Table Mountain's hidden rivers. The ancient mountain works like a giant sponge, slowly filtering water that feeds Cape Town long after the rain stops.
Nine European nations just committed to building enough offshore wind farms to power 100 million homes by 2050. The ambitious plan could create 90,000 jobs while slashing electricity costs by 30% over the next 15 years.
America is installing more solar panels and batteries this year than ever before, with 86 gigawatts of new clean energy coming online. That's enough to power 64 million homes and nearly double what we added last year.
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