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South Africa Puts Communities First in Biodiversity Plan
Planet Wins•4d ago

South Africa Puts Communities First in Biodiversity Plan

South Africa brought together 400 voices from communities, Indigenous leaders, and youth to shape a groundbreaking biodiversity strategy that protects nature while creating jobs. The people-centered approach sets a powerful example ahead of global climate talks.

AllAfrica - Environment•2 min read
Ethiopia Launches Carbon Credit System in Four Months
Planet Wins•6d ago

Ethiopia Launches Carbon Credit System in Four Months

Ethiopia is about to become a major player in global climate action with a new digital system to track and trade carbon credits. The East African nation, already a leader in green energy, is building a platform that could unlock millions in environmental funding.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)•2 min read
Liberia Joins Global Climate Finance Network
Planet Wins•May 18

Liberia Joins Global Climate Finance Network

Liberia's Central Bank just earned a seat at the table with 171 countries working to protect economies from climate risks. The West African nation can now tap into cutting-edge research and best practices to build a greener, more resilient financial system.

AllAfrica - Environment•2 min read
India and Sweden Team Up on Green Hydrogen and Clean Energy
Solutions•May 18

India and Sweden Team Up on Green Hydrogen and Clean Energy

Prime Minister Modi invited Swedish companies to join India's clean energy revolution, focusing on green hydrogen and bioenergy partnerships. The call came during a high-level European industry meeting that could reshape global climate cooperation.

Regional: sweden renewable energy (SE)•2 min read
Asia Drives Global Climate Investment to Record $2.3 Trillion
Planet Wins•May 7

Asia Drives Global Climate Investment to Record $2.3 Trillion

The Asia-Pacific region powered global climate investments to an all-time high of $2.3 trillion in 2025, jumping 8% despite political pushback against green spending in the US. China and Japan led the charge with massive solar energy growth showing the clean energy transition is accelerating.

Google: clean energy investment•2 min read
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Planet Wins•May 5

South Korea Invests $72M to Help Green Steel and Aluminum

South Korea is backing small manufacturers with $72 million in funding to meet new global climate standards while staying competitive. The program runs through 2030 and helps steel and aluminum companies cut emissions without losing market access.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)•2 min read
TĂĽrkiye Builds Europe's Largest Solar Farm and Battery Pipeline
Planet Wins•May 5

TĂĽrkiye Builds Europe's Largest Solar Farm and Battery Pipeline

TĂĽrkiye just leapfrogged the entire EU in battery storage capacity while opening one of the world's biggest solar facilities. The country is transforming into a renewable energy powerhouse ahead of hosting this year's global climate summit.

Google News - Solar Power Record•3 min read
World Keeps Plan for First Global Shipping Emissions Fee
Planet Wins•May 2

World Keeps Plan for First Global Shipping Emissions Fee

Nations preserved a groundbreaking framework to charge ships for carbon emissions, keeping alive the world's first global climate tax. Despite disagreements, most countries are staying committed to cleaning up an industry responsible for 3% of global emissions.

Japan Today•3 min read
Ireland Expands Climate Partnership with Ethiopia
Global News•May 2

Ireland Expands Climate Partnership with Ethiopia

Ireland is deepening its partnership with Ethiopia, prioritizing climate action across vulnerable regions while centering women's rights in all programs. The collaboration comes as Ethiopia prepares to host COP 32, positioning Africa at the forefront of global climate negotiations.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)•2 min read
Ethiopia Plants 48 Billion Trees, Powers Nation on Renewables
Planet Wins•Apr 29

Ethiopia Plants 48 Billion Trees, Powers Nation on Renewables

Ethiopia has planted over 48 billion tree seedlings and now generates 95% of its electricity from renewable energy, earning global recognition as a model for sustainable development. The UN is calling on other African nations to follow Ethiopia's example as the country prepares to host the 2027 global climate summit.

AllAfrica - Environment•3 min read
Trees and Tech Both Needed to Fight Climate Change
Solutions•Apr 28

Trees and Tech Both Needed to Fight Climate Change

The debate over nature-based carbon removal versus engineered technology is creating confusion when we actually need both. New global climate standards aim to clear up when each approach works best.

Nature News•2 min read
Ethiopia Links Climate Action to National Growth Vision
Planet Wins•Apr 28

Ethiopia Links Climate Action to National Growth Vision

Ethiopia is embedding climate priorities directly into its national development strategy, connecting clean energy, resilience, and environmental protection to economic transformation. The country is positioning itself as a climate leader while preparing to host a major global climate summit.

AllAfrica - Environment•2 min read
Scientists Protect Africa's Savannas from Tree Planting
Planet Wins•Apr 21

Scientists Protect Africa's Savannas from Tree Planting

New research corrects a major flaw in global climate maps that wrongly labeled Africa's thriving savannas as degraded land needing trees. The groundbreaking roadmap protects ancient grasslands while still delivering massive climate benefits.

Google News - Reforestation•3 min read
Israel's Negev Desert Becomes Global Climate Tech Hub
Innovation•Apr 18

Israel's Negev Desert Becomes Global Climate Tech Hub

A desert region once dismissed as barren is now home to breakthrough innovations solving water scarcity, agriculture, and sustainability challenges for arid regions worldwide. The transformation of Israel's Negev into a thriving tech center proves that seemingly impossible visions can become reality.

Google News - Israel Technology•2 min read
Ethiopia to Host COP32 Climate Summit, Secures Major Backing
Planet Wins•Apr 15

Ethiopia to Host COP32 Climate Summit, Secures Major Backing

Ethiopia just landed one of the world's biggest climate events and gained a powerful financial partner to help make it happen. The East African nation is preparing to host COP32 while expanding its green development work with global climate investors.

AllAfrica - Environment•2 min read
Africa Startup Fund Raises $147M to Back Climate Solutions
Innovation•Mar 31

Africa Startup Fund Raises $147M to Back Climate Solutions

A venture capital firm just raised $147 million to invest in African startups tackling the continent's biggest challenges, from electric vehicles to sustainable farming. The fund marks a major vote of confidence in Africa's role in solving global climate problems.

TechCabal•2 min read
Rwanda Hosts 150 Leaders to Unlock Green Finance for Africa
Planet Wins•Mar 25

Rwanda Hosts 150 Leaders to Unlock Green Finance for Africa

More than 150 global climate leaders are gathering in Kigali this week to transform Africa's green future. The UK-Rwanda Climate Partnership Conference is focused on turning climate goals into real investments that can attract billions in funding.

AllAfrica - Environment•2 min read
EU Sets Legally Binding 90% Carbon Cut Target by 2040
Planet Wins•Mar 8

EU Sets Legally Binding 90% Carbon Cut Target by 2040

The European Union just made history by legally committing to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, one of the world's most ambitious climate goals. The move puts Europe firmly on track to reach carbon neutrality by 2050, setting a new standard for global climate action.

Google News - Emissions Reduction•2 min read
Climate Policies Cut 3.1 Billion Tons of Emissions in 2022
Planet Wins•Mar 2

Climate Policies Cut 3.1 Billion Tons of Emissions in 2022

A groundbreaking study shows that climate policies across 43 countries prevented 3.1 billion tons of carbon emissions in just one year. Meanwhile, the UN just approved the first official carbon credits under the Paris Agreement, proving global climate action is gaining real traction.

Google News - Emissions Reduction•3 min read
UN Approves First Carbon Credits for Clean Cookstoves
Solutions•Feb 26

UN Approves First Carbon Credits for Clean Cookstoves

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.

France 24 English•2 min read

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