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A groundbreaking climate ranking system is turning Nigeria's fight against climate change into friendly competition, with all 36 states showing measurable progress in just two years. The initiative is helping states move from promises to real projects protecting millions from floods, droughts, and extreme heat.
The dried bed of the Aral Sea is getting a green makeover with 90,000 hardy saxaul trees planted across 90 hectares to fight toxic dust storms affecting millions. This bold partnership between the UN and local organizations is turning one of Earth's worst environmental disasters into a story of restoration.
Eleven major Australian groups just delivered a game-changing plan requiring data centers to run entirely on new renewable energy. The move protects everyday electricity bills while creating thousands of clean energy jobs.
A groundbreaking UN carbon credit program just funded cookstoves in Myanmar that will save lives, protect forests, and cut emissions. This first-of-its-kind project shows how global climate action can deliver real health benefits to communities that need it most.
A climate journalist in Ghana's second-largest city traded his car for an electric bicycle, turning his daily commute through congested streets into a living lesson on climate solutions. His quiet rides are sparking curious conversations across Kumasi.
The LEGO Group just doubled down on fighting climate change, adding $8 million to its carbon removal program and bringing total investment to over $54 million. The toy maker is testing cutting-edge technologies while supporting forests and communities from Mexico to the ocean floor.
Santa Barbara Clean Energy is handing out free drought-resistant native trees to residents who want to cool their neighborhoods and capture carbon. The program returns with six species to choose from, turning backyards into climate solutions one tree at a time.
Switzerland just made it easier and faster to build large solar farms across the country. The new law cuts through red tape to speed up clean energy development when it takes effect in just weeks.
Australia's greenhouse gas emissions dropped 1.9% this year, powered by a renewable energy surge that's transforming the nation's electricity grid. Solar and wind are now doing the heavy lifting, slashing pollution from power generation faster than experts predicted.
China has contributed nearly half of all new forest growth worldwide over the past 35 years, according to a new UN report. The nation's massive reforestation effort is reshaping the global fight against climate change.
Microsoft just matched 100% of its electricity use with renewable energy, one year ahead of schedule. The tech giant now contracts 40 gigawatts of clean power across 26 countries, making it one of the largest corporate renewable achievements ever.
China just started building the world's largest hydropower project in Tibet, a $174 billion dam that will generate enough clean electricity for 300 million people annually. It's part of a bold new energy plan combining climate action with energy security.
Snack and pet food giant Mars just locked in 670 gigawatt hours of clean electricity annually from Sweden's new Kölvallen Wind Farm. The deal marks one of the company's biggest renewable energy commitments in Europe and brings Mars closer to cutting its total carbon footprint by 10% by 2030.
California's largest community choice energy provider just reported a transformative year, with two-thirds of customers now using 100% renewable power. The numbers show what's possible when communities take control of their energy future.
Saudi Arabia has become the Middle East's green building champion, certifying over 1 million square meters of eco-friendly construction that cuts 62,800 tonnes of CO2 annually. The Kingdom's rapid transformation shows how ambitious environmental goals can create measurable change.
Saudi Arabia's ACWA is bringing 5 gigawatts of solar power to Turkey in a $5 billion investment that will create thousands of jobs and slash the country's reliance on imported fossil fuels. The massive renewable energy program marks a new chapter in regional clean energy partnerships.
A new study reveals that investing just 1-2% of global economic output in climate action can prevent losses of up to 27% of GDP. Governments are already paying billions for climate disasters, making prevention the cheapest option available.
The Netherlands just swore in Rob Jetten as its youngest prime minister ever at 38, marking a historic moment for the country. The openly gay leader of the pro-EU D66 party will guide a new coalition focused on climate action and European cooperation.
Italian energy company Enel just announced a massive €53 billion investment plan to accelerate renewable energy and grid improvements across three continents. The ambitious three-year strategy will add enough clean energy capacity to power millions more homes while creating jobs in some of the world's fastest-growing markets.
New York City is pushing buildings off natural gas by 2050, a climate win that could make electric heating cheaper than ever. The shift avoids locking residents into paying for aging gas pipes that won't be needed in a clean energy future.
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