21 results for "climate change"
💡 SolutionsScientists discovered that turning crop leftovers into biochar and applying it strategically could prevent nearly half of China's agricultural nitrous oxide emissions. The breakthrough offers a practical way to fight climate change while improving soil quality across millions of farms.
🌍 Planet WinsFive South African high school students spent a week camping in Antarctica's Deep Field, enduring minus 25-degree nights and running half-marathons on ice. The life-changing expedition is transforming teenagers into the environmental problem-solvers Africa needs.
💡 SolutionsNew research reveals a single solar installer or heat pump technician in areas facing worker shortages can prevent thousands of tonnes of carbon emissions. The finding highlights how solving workforce gaps could accelerate the fight against climate change.
🚀 InnovationScientists created a device that watches thousands of tiny plant pores breathe at once, helping engineers grow crops that need less water. The breakthrough could make food systems more resilient as the climate changes.
Food banks prevented 1.8 million metric tons of carbon emissions in 2023 while serving 1.7 billion meals to 40 million people worldwide. By rescuing unspoiled food headed for landfills, these community organizations are fighting both hunger and climate change.
🌍 Planet WinsColima, Mexico just made it profitable for companies to go green with a new certification program that rewards real emissions cuts with tax breaks. The voluntary Low-Carbon Seal could transform how Mexican states tackle climate change.
🌍 Planet WinsScientists decoded the DNA of woolly rhino meat found in a perfectly preserved wolf cub's stomach, revealing surprising clues about what caused the species to vanish 14,000 years ago. The discovery shows the giant herbivores thrived until climate change struck suddenly.
🌍 Planet WinsA groundbreaking study covering 215 countries reveals forests could capture 8 billion tons of CO₂ annually by 2050, offering a powerful tool in the fight against climate change. The research provides the first comprehensive roadmap showing exactly how planting trees, protecting existing forests, and smarter forest management can help nations meet their climate goals.
🌍 Planet WinsMicrosoft just signed a deal with Indian startup Varaha to turn cotton waste from 45,000 small farms into soil-enriching biochar that fights climate change and air pollution. Instead of burning leftover crops and choking the air, farmers will transform waste into a charcoal-like material that locks carbon underground for centuries.
🌍 Planet WinsAfter years of development, sodium-ion batteries, next-generation nuclear reactors, and massive clean energy data centers are finally moving from lab to reality. These technologies could reshape how we power our lives while tackling climate change.
🌍 Planet WinsAs birch and aspen trees replace spruce forests after fires in Alaska and Canada, wildfires release less than half the carbon emissions. This natural shift could help slow climate change instead of accelerating it.
🚀 InnovationScientists built a virtual copy of Svalbard's coastlines to help restoration teams fight erosion and climate change in the fastest-warming region on Earth. The interactive tool makes complex data accessible to anyone working to protect Arctic shores.
🚀 InnovationResearchers used CRISPR gene editing to transform goldenberries from sprawling, hard-to-farm plants into compact crops that could soon fill grocery store shelves worldwide. The breakthrough could slash centuries of crop development into just a few years, helping farmers adapt to climate change faster.
🎬 VideosCapital Clean Energy Carriers has just received delivery of the groundbreaking vessel "Active," the world's first large-scale liquid CO2 carrier designed to help fight climate change. This innovative ship opens an entirely new chapter in carbon capture technology, offering hope for a cleaner tomorrow while creating jobs and advancing green shipping solutions.
🌍 Planet WinsA groundbreaking geothermal well in China's Yellow River Delta has achieved record-breaking temperatures of 162°C, creating enough clean energy to power nearly 10,000 homes daily while replacing thousands of tonnes of coal. This remarkable discovery showcases the incredible potential of renewable geothermal energy to transform communities and combat climate change.
🌍 Planet WinsNew research from Oxfam reveals a promising roadmap for tackling climate change by identifying exactly where emissions reductions need to happen. The study shows that targeted action on the highest-polluting sectors could generate billions for green transition funding while protecting vulnerable communities worldwide.
🌍 Planet WinsBillionaire philanthropist Bill Gates is doubling down on his commitment to fight climate change, pledging to invest and donate more than ever to climate solutions in the coming years. His foundation has already committed $1.4 billion to help farmers adapt to climate extremes, with AI-powered tools set to revolutionize farming for the world's poorest communities.
🌍 Planet WinsScientists at UConn and Yale have discovered that seaweed farms are climate champions, capturing an astounding seven million tons of CO2 annually through a previously overlooked natural process. Even better, this carbon storage could last thousands of years, offering genuine hope in the fight against climate change.
🌍 Planet WinsPet owners now have an easy, practical way to help fight climate change right from their pet's food bowl. New research shows that switching dogs from wet food to dry kibble can reduce their carbon footprint by up to seven times, offering a simple solution that benefits both pets and the planet.
💡 SolutionsWrite for World's inspiring new initiative is transforming lives in rural Ghana by training 120 young people in sustainable green businesses like beekeeping and mushroom farming. The program tackles both unemployment and climate change while empowering communities in the Volta and Oti regions with practical skills and startup support.
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