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One of Britain's largest power plants is ending its use of controversial Canadian wood pellets after years of criticism for burning trees from old-growth forests. The Yorkshire plant will switch entirely to U.S.-sourced biomass by 2027.
A nine-month study in Tanzania shows that well-intentioned plastic bag bans may be hurting the poorest communities while wealthier residents easily switch to alternatives. The research reveals a critical gap in environmental policy that ignores how millions survive day to day.
A federal emissions reporting program designed to cut pollution had an unexpected bonus: it fueled a wave of new business creation. Yale researchers found the rule sparked entrepreneurship while still benefiting the economy.
Dozens of cities worldwide are removing ads for flights, SUVs, and fossil fuel products from public spaces. The movement started in The Hague and has now spread across Europe, with Amsterdam becoming the first capital city to make it law.
Senegal is taking bold action against climate change with a new national plan targeting methane and short-lived climate pollutants. The West African nation is strengthening its environmental ministry's capacity to identify pollution sources and develop solutions through 2027.
For the first time ever, China's carbon emissions dropped even as the country's energy demand kept rising. The world's largest polluter is proving clean energy can power economic growth. #
Tamil Nadu has established a state-level command center to monitor and respond to forest fires using real-time satellite data and rapid-response teams. The system, presented at the Tamil Nadu Climate Summit 4.0, represents a new model of climate preparedness that other regions could follow.
India is launching a revolutionary waste management system that could transform how 1.4 billion people handle trash. Starting April 1, four-color bins, digital tracking, and stricter accountability aim to tackle the country's 620 lakh tonnes of annual waste.
Two high school students turned their class projects into state law, requiring climate change education for all Illinois high schoolers starting in 2026. Their success shows young people can drive real policy change when adults listen.
China just expanded carbon reporting to six major industries, covering up to 2,400 million tons of emissions. The move builds infrastructure to price carbon in sectors like chemicals, glass, and aviation by 2027.
Romania has slashed its carbon emissions by 88% since 1990 while growing its economy, proving democracies can fight pollution without sacrificing prosperity. The transformation shows what happens when transparent governance meets innovation.
Ethiopia just enforced a nationwide ban on single-use plastic bags, taking a major step toward cleaner streets and healthier ecosystems. The country is backing up the law with fines and prison time while helping citizens make the switch.
Indiana senators just passed a bill giving local communities real power to approve or reject carbon storage projects from outside their county. It's a win for local voices in environmental decisions that affect their backyards.
A new federal initiative aims to balance environmental protection with outdoor access and economic growth over the next two and a half centuries. The Make America Beautiful Again commission unveiled its long-term strategy this week.
Ethiopia just turned conservation talk into action as government leaders and NGO directors committed to a groundbreaking framework that weaves nature protection into every development project. The country is proving that economic growth and environmental restoration can work hand in hand.
Ethiopia brought together government leaders, NGOs, and development experts to turn biodiversity commitments into real action plans. The country is pioneering a new approach that proves conservation and economic growth can thrive together.
New research shows America can slash plastic pollution and save taxpayers billions through proven policies already working in five states. The tools to fix our plastic problem are here and ready to scale.
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.
Amsterdam just became the first Dutch city to go completely pesticide-free, requiring only organic plants in all its public spaces to protect people, bees, and biodiversity. The bold move could inspire other cities to rethink how they grow the flowers and greenery around us.
California is moving toward its first-ever rules requiring dairy farms to reduce methane pollution after years of voluntary programs fell short. The shift could cut millions of tons of greenhouse gases while protecting communities near large farms.
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