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Japan's Motorcycle Makers Race Toward Electric Future
Planet Wins3d ago

Japan's Motorcycle Makers Race Toward Electric Future

Japanese motorcycle manufacturers are accelerating their shift to electric power as part of a bold push for carbon neutrality. Industry leaders say electrification will become the mainstream path forward.

Japan Times2 min read
UK Hydrogen Deal Will Replace 12M Liters of Diesel
Solutions3d ago

UK Hydrogen Deal Will Replace 12M Liters of Diesel

Britain just landed its largest green hydrogen contract ever for a construction project, swapping millions of liters of diesel for clean fuel that only emits water. The Lower Thames Crossing will become the first major UK infrastructure project built carbon neutral.

Google: renewable energy record3 min read
Dutch Tulip Farm Makes Clean Energy with Hydrogen
Solutions6d ago

Dutch Tulip Farm Makes Clean Energy with Hydrogen

A Dutch flower grower just became the first farm in the world to produce its own hydrogen fuel, showing how agriculture can lead the green energy revolution. The breakthrough system could slash energy costs while helping farms go carbon neutral.

PV Magazine2 min read
Chile Gets First Electric Semi Truck for 310-Mile Routes
Planet WinsFeb 16

Chile Gets First Electric Semi Truck for 310-Mile Routes

A major beverage company in Chile just put South America's first long-haul electric semi truck on the road, capable of traveling 310 miles without charging. Six more electric trucks are arriving in the coming weeks as the country races toward carbon neutrality by 2050.

Electrek2 min read
EU Parliament Approves 90% Emissions Cut by 2040
Planet WinsFeb 13

EU Parliament Approves 90% Emissions Cut by 2040

The European Parliament just locked in a legally binding target to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, marking one of the most ambitious climate commitments ever made by a major economic power. This milestone bridges the gap between the EU's 2030 and 2050 climate goals, showing how policy can create a clear roadmap toward a cleaner future.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
France Builds 6 Nuclear Plants to Ditch Fossil Fuels by 2050
Planet WinsFeb 13

France Builds 6 Nuclear Plants to Ditch Fossil Fuels by 2050

France just announced an ambitious energy plan that could end its fossil fuel dependence within 25 years. The country is betting big on nuclear power and offshore wind to achieve carbon neutrality.

Phys.org - Technology3 min read
EU Votes to Cut Emissions 90% by 2040
Planet WinsFeb 11

EU Votes to Cut Emissions 90% by 2040

The European Union just set one of the world's most ambitious climate targets, voting to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90% within 16 years. This legally binding goal puts 27 nations on track to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.

Google News - Emissions Reduction3 min read
EU Lawmakers Vote 90% Emissions Cut by 2040
Planet WinsFeb 11

EU Lawmakers Vote 90% Emissions Cut by 2040

European Parliament approved an ambitious new climate target requiring the EU to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90% within 16 years. The historic vote marks a major step forward in Europe's journey to climate neutrality by 2050.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
German Flooring Firm Parador Hits Carbon-Neutral Milestone
Planet WinsFeb 11

German Flooring Firm Parador Hits Carbon-Neutral Milestone

A German flooring company has achieved carbon-neutral production at all its manufacturing sites, proving heavy industry can align with climate goals. Parador combined emissions cuts with reforestation partnerships to reach the milestone by the end of 2025.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Oslo Targets Carbon Neutrality by 2030 with Bold Plan
Planet WinsFeb 3

Oslo Targets Carbon Neutrality by 2030 with Bold Plan

Norway's capital is racing toward an ambitious goal to become carbon neutral by 2030, transforming itself into one of the world's greenest cities. With zero-emission vehicles, renewable energy, and expanded green spaces, Oslo is proving that urban sustainability can happen fast.

Google News - Norway Green Energy2 min read
Stockholm Aims for Zero Fossil Fuels by 2040
Planet WinsFeb 3

Stockholm Aims for Zero Fossil Fuels by 2040

Sweden's capital is transforming itself into a carbon-neutral city with an ambitious plan to eliminate all fossil fuels within two decades. The green revolution is already changing how residents and visitors experience one of Europe's most beautiful cities.

Google News - Sweden Renewable2 min read
King County Airport Hits Level 3 Carbon Neutral Goals
Planet WinsFeb 3

King County Airport Hits Level 3 Carbon Neutral Goals

King County International Airport just earned Level 3 certification in a global carbon reduction program by getting tenants and airlines to cut emissions together. It's a win for nearby communities who'll breathe cleaner air.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
UCI Opens First Major All-Electric Hospital in California
SolutionsFeb 2

UCI Opens First Major All-Electric Hospital in California

A new 144-bed hospital in California just proved healthcare facilities can ditch fossil fuels entirely. The University of California Irvine campus runs solely on electricity, setting a new standard for sustainable healthcare.

Fast Company2 min read
Canada Could Plant 6M Trees to Erase Carbon by 2050
Planet WinsFeb 1

Canada Could Plant 6M Trees to Erase Carbon by 2050

A groundbreaking study reveals that strategic tree planting across Canada's northern boreal forest could remove five times the country's annual carbon emissions by 2100. The research offers a clear roadmap for Canada to achieve carbon neutrality while restoring vital forest ecosystems.

Phys.org2 min read
Scientists Turn Biodiesel Waste Into Clean Hydrogen Fuel
Planet WinsJan 25

Scientists Turn Biodiesel Waste Into Clean Hydrogen Fuel

German researchers have discovered how to transform glycerol, a waste product from biodiesel production, into valuable hydrogen fuel and industrial chemicals without releasing any carbon dioxide. The breakthrough could help replace petroleum-based processes that currently pump massive amounts of CO₂ into our atmosphere.

Phys.org2 min read
Sweden's New Steel Mill Cuts Country's CO2 by 7%
Planet WinsJan 19

Sweden's New Steel Mill Cuts Country's CO2 by 7%

A Swedish steel plant is ditching coal for electricity, slashing 7% of the entire nation's carbon emissions by 2029. The $5 billion transformation is training 1,100 workers for green jobs while producing more steel than ever.

Euronews3 min read
South Korea and Sweden Team Up on Clean Energy Future
Planet WinsJan 19

South Korea and Sweden Team Up on Clean Energy Future

South Korea and Sweden just signed a groundbreaking partnership to tackle climate change together, combining their strengths in renewable energy and nuclear technology. The collaboration could accelerate the clean energy transition for both nations while creating a model for international climate cooperation.

Google News - Sweden Renewable2 min read