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Are EVs Truly Green? How Battery Recycling is Powering a Cleaner Future

Recycling helps recover valuable materials, cut waste, and support clean energy. With stricter sustainability rules, governments are pushing for greener solutions. EV companies are also focusing on battery recycling. This helps lower supply chain emissions and cut their carbon footprint. Thus, battery recycling has become essential for a greener future. We have studied the Lithium-ion […]

Greenpeace Faces $660 Million Verdict: A Turning Point for Climate Action?

Greenpeace is facing a $660 million lawsuit by Energy Transfer Partners. The verdict is more than a legal case; it could change the climate movement significantly. The lawsuit came from Greenpeace’s involvement in the protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL). This project has been controversial for its environmental and social effects. The talk about […]

Donald Trump Uses Emergency Powers to Boost U.S. Critical Mineral (and Coal?) Production

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to ramp up U.S. production of critical minerals. The order uses emergency powers under the Defense Production Act to increase financing, streamline permits, and encourage domestic mining and processing of minerals vital for national security and economic growth.  The goal is to cut down on dependence on […]

Tesla’s Avoided Emissions Are Up to 49% Overstated, A Study Claims

Tesla has established itself as a leader in the fight against climate change. It often emphasizes its role in cutting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by promoting electric vehicles (EVs). In 2023, the company claimed its fleet helped avoid 20 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions. A recent study by Greenly, a firm […]

Amazon Unveils Carbon Credit Investment Service: A Game Changer for Corporate Sustainability

Amazon has taken another major move in addressing climate change by launching a new carbon credit service on its Sustainability Exchange platform. This initiative helps businesses invest in quality carbon credits. It supports nature-based projects and advanced carbon removal technologies. Amazon aims to enhance transparency, credibility, and corporate participation in voluntary carbon markets by offering […]

Westinghouse Expands Nuclear Power to Fuel Canada’s Clean Energy Future

Nuclear energy removes 528 million metric tons of carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere each year. That’s like taking 111 million cars off the road. Westinghouse is on a big mission to provide nuclear technology, products, and services worldwide. The company is committed to building a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future while strengthening Canada’s nuclear […]

SBTi’s Version 2.0 Standard Pushes Companies to Net Zero: What Are the Key Updates?

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has released a draft update of its Corporate Net-Zero Standard. This framework helps companies set and reach science-based emissions reduction targets. The 132-page document, Corporate Net-Zero Standard Version 2.0, shares important updates. These changes focus on flexibility, accountability, and aligning corporate actions with global temperature goals. The draft is […]

BYD’s 5-Minute EV Charging: A New Era for Electric Cars or Just Hype?

BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant, shocked the automotive world with its latest battery technology. The company announced a breakthrough that allows its new batteries to charge in just 5 minutes, adding 400 kilometers (249 miles) of driving range. This could solve one of the biggest problems for EV owners—long charging times.  The innovation […]