LG Electronics Joins Global RE100 Initiative, Commits to Full Renewable Energy Use by 2050
Jun 05, 2023 09:10 am UTC| Economy Business Nature
LG Electronics has pledged to transition its entire operations to 100% renewable energy by 2050, joining the global RE100 initiative. The South Korean tech giant aims to achieve 60% renewable energy usage by 2030, with...
Summer fireworks can traumatize pets and cause wildlife to flee
Jun 03, 2023 03:24 am UTC| Nature
Fireworks have become a fixture of many celebrations around the world, from weddings to national holidays. But there are many among us, including the furry, feathered and finned, who feel fear with every thundering...
Why 40°C is bearable in a desert but lethal in the tropics
Jun 01, 2023 11:36 am UTC| Nature
This year, even before the northern hemisphere hot season began, temperature records were being shattered. Spain for instance saw temperatures in April (38.8C) that would be out of the ordinary even at the peak of summer....
Jun 01, 2023 11:33 am UTC| Nature
People once believed the planet could always accommodate us. That the resilience of the Earth system meant nature would always provide. But we now know this is not necessarily the case. As big as the world is, our impact...
Jun 01, 2023 10:45 am UTC| Nature Economy Business
Fujitsu and Microsoft form a strategic alliance to scale up Fujitsus Uvance business, leveraging Microsofts cloud technologies for sustainable solutions. This partnership aims to drive innovation in sectors like...
The secret world of moss, ancient ancestor of all plants and vital for the health of the planet
May 29, 2023 05:42 am UTC| Nature
When people consider extraordinary plants, most probably dont spare a thought for moss. It blends in against the green background of plant life, and seems to grow everywhere whether you want it to or not. You can...
May 29, 2023 05:34 am UTC| Nature
Arizona, California and Nevada have narrowly averted a regional water crisis by agreeing to reduce their use of Colorado River water over the next three years. This deal represents a temporary solution to a long-term...
South Africa’s plan to move away from coal: 8 steps to make it succeed
Germany lowers voting age to 16 for the European elections
IceCube researchers detect a rare type of energetic neutrino sent from powerful astronomical objects