Google falling short of important climate target, cites electricity needs of AI 4/7/2024

Three years ago, Google set an ambitious plan to address climate change by going “net zero,” meaning it would release no more climate-changing gases into the air than it removes, by 2030. ...more

Artificial light on coastlines lures small fish to their doom, coral reef study finds 4/7/2024

Artificial light shining from coastlines around the world is acting like “a midnight fridge” full of tasty snacks, threatening young fish who can be drawn to it and who are then eaten by predators also attracted by the brightness, according to a study. ...more

Investment gaps and decrease in carbon sinks threaten EU climate progress – report 3/7/2024

EU countries are going in the “wrong direction” in their efforts to slash carbon dioxide levels, as natural carbon sinks keep disappearing and lack of investment in climate is jeopardising progress, according to a report published yesterday. ...more

Fish in warm waters surprise scientists, challenge assumptions 3/7/2024

A team of researchers have identified unexpected ways coral reef fish living in the warmest waters on earth, in the Arabian Gulf, have adapted to survive extreme temperatures. ...more

German industry turns to solar in race to cut energy costs 3/7/2024

For months, Philip Matthias tried to convince his father to install solar panels on their company's roof in the eastern German state of Thuringia, aiming to cut electricity costs and carbon emissions at the metal products factory. ...more

Norway limits sale of private property in Svalbard 3/7/2024

Norway said on Monday it had demanded the owner of a private property on the Arctic Svalbard islands obtain the government's consent before selling the property, over concerns national security interests could be jeopardised through a sale. ...more

Biden unveils rules to protect millions of US workers from extreme heat 3/7/2024

The Biden administration has unveiled a long-awaited proposal to protect workers from extreme temperatures. If finalized, the rule will establish the nation’s first-ever federal safety standard for excessive heat exposure in the workplace and protect as many as 36 million indoor and outdoor workers. ...more

The Environment Agency– Abu Dhabi Maps Noise Levels Across the Emirate 2/7/2024

The Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi (EAD) has embarked on a significant initiative to map noise levels across the emirate. ...more

New fuel restrictions for ships in Arctic fall short, green groups say 2/7/2024

Ships sailing through Arctic waters will no longer be able to use or carry heavy bunker fuel oil under a United Nations shipping agency regulation which took effect on Monday. ...more

Toxic PFAS absorbed through skin at levels higher than previously thought 2/7/2024

New research “for the first time proves” toxic PFAS forever chemicals are absorbed through human skin, and at levels much higher than previously thought. ...more