Switzerland’s direct democracy allows citizens to shape policies, as seen in the recent support for a renewable energy law.
The Swiss public gives the final nod to boosting renewable energy
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Environmental blog with a focus on climate change.
G7 pledge to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels
By Anders Lorenzen The annual meeting of the world’s seven largest economies, G7, which this year is hosted in Italy has pledged to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels. The meeting […]
Analysis: How to cut emissions from ‘big sport’?
With the 2024 Euros and Paris Olympics vowing to be greener, I explore the challenges of cutting emissions from major sporting events. It’s time to add another new word to the Olympic motto: Faster, Higher, Stronger, Greener – Together.
A record amount of capital raised from carbon pricing schemes
Global carbon pricing schemes raised a record $104 billion in 2023, but prices remain too low to meet Paris Agreement goals.
Pakistan’s heatwave exceeds 52 degrees C
A severe heatwave hits Sindh, Pakistan, with temperatures exceeding 52°C and raising concerns about the impact of climate change.
Book review: Cultivated Meat to Secure Our Future
By Jeremy Williams It’s a tricky time to be writing about food sustainability. The issue seems to be strangely divisive at the moment. On one side are those who see our future […]
Film review: Food, Inc. 2
In “Food, Inc. 2”, the authors raise concerns about the global food system’s negative impacts and highlight some potential solutions.
Opinion: How does running fare in a warming world?
Today, World Environment Day and Global Running Day are linked by climate impact on running, urging eco-consciousness in the running community.
A big boost to electric mobility and energy storage as sodium batteries enter production at scale
Critics argue the scarcity of lithium for electric mobility may soon change as Natron’s sodium batteries offer viable alternatives.
Viewpoint: Three visions of a circular economy for cars
Transition to a sustainable future involves reducing materials in car manufacturing, choosing materials carefully, and emphasizing reuse. Three companies demonstrate these principles with electric vehicles.
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