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Amazon Study Finds E-Commerce Can Slash Emissions
May 15th, 2025 • A new study from Amazon Sweden finds that smart, well-managed e-commerce can significantly reduce carbon emissions. By lowering car usage and optimizing last-mile delivery, online shopping produced up to 88% fewer CO₂ emissions per purchase compared to store visits—especially benefiting rural consumers and those seeking convenience and efficiency.
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UK Opens New Round for North Sea Carbon Storage Proposals
May 15th, 2025 • The UK’s North Sea Transition Authority has opened nominations for new carbon storage sites, aiming to fast-track carbon capture efforts. Building on recent project approvals, including Eni’s Liverpool Bay CCS, the initiative supports the UK’s net-zero goals and aligns with a £21.7 billion government commitment to carbon storage development.
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Carbfix Becomes First EU-Approved Onshore Carbon Dioxide Storage Project
May 14th, 2025 • Carbfix has received the EU’s first permit for onshore CO₂ storage, marking a milestone in carbon capture technology. Using Iceland’s basalt rock, the company permanently mineralizes CO₂ underground. The project supports EU climate goals and may serve as a model for future onshore storage sites across Europe.
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Outdated Models Inflate Investor Emissions Data, Report Warns
May 14th, 2025 • A new study by Carbon Responsible reveals that Scope 3 emissions estimates used by investors may be inflated by over 2,000% due to outdated EEIO modelling. The findings raise concerns over data accuracy, financial risk, and the credibility of corporate climate commitments based on these flawed calculations.
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University of Wolverhampton Launches £11m Drive to Cut Carbon Emissions
May 13th, 2025 • The University of Wolverhampton has launched an £11 million project to reduce carbon emissions at its Walsall campus by over 1,000 tonnes annually. The initiative includes solar panels, heat pumps, and a new heat network, contributing to broader sector-wide efforts to achieve carbon neutrality amid ongoing financial and logistical challenges.
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Carbon Credit Market Set to Surge as Global Net Zero Efforts Intensify
May 13th, 2025 • The carbon credit market will grow from $1.1 trillion in 2025 to $2.5 trillion by 2032, fueled by climate policies and corporate net-zero pledges. Leading regions include North America and Europe, with Asia-Pacific growing fast. While facing challenges like inconsistent rules, new technologies like carbon capture and blockchain are creating fresh opportunities.
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ECB, Academics Warn EU Over Risks of Easing Corporate Climate Reporting Rules
May 12th, 2025 • The EU’s proposal to relax sustainability reporting rules faces criticism from the ECB and 31 legal scholars, who warn it risks climate goals, greenwashing, and litigation. They urge binding transition plans and expanded reporting to avoid market instability. The clash highlights tensions between easing corporate burdens and safeguarding accountability amid global competition.
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Shipping Sector Advances Decarbonization with New Cruise and Freight Initiatives
May 12th, 2025 • TUI Cruises and CEVA Logistics have launched new initiatives to reduce maritime carbon emissions. TUI is using behavioural science to help crews cut fuel use, while CEVA introduced a biofuel-powered ocean freight service between France and Ivory Coast. Both efforts highlight the shipping industry’s accelerating shift toward sustainable transport solutions.
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Google Partners with Recoolit and Cool Effect to Tackle High-Impact Superpollutants
May 11th, 2025 • Google has partnered with Recoolit and Cool Effect to eliminate over 25,000 tons of superpollutants by 2030, targeting potent greenhouse gases like refrigerants and methane. This initiative supports Google’s broader net-zero emissions goal and emphasizes immediate climate impact through advanced technology, transparency, and high-integrity carbon credit systems.
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Iberdrola Raises €750 Million in Landmark European Green Bond Offering
May 11th, 2025 • Iberdrola raised €750 million in the first Spanish green bond under the EU’s new EuGB standard, with €3.7 billion in demand (5x oversubscribed). Proceeds will fund renewables. The firm now holds €60 billion in sustainable financing, including €22.9 billion in green bonds.
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Chinese Solar Firms Sidestep U.S. Tariffs by Shifting Production to Laos and Indonesia
May 11th, 2025 • Chinese solar firms bypass U.S. tariffs by shifting production from Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia to Indonesia and Laos, whose U.S. market share jumped from 1% to 29%. Despite tariffs, overall imports fell only 26% as manufacturers adapt. Chinese firms now eye new bases in Türkiye, the Middle East, and Africa to maintain U.S. market access.
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Infosys and Economist Launch Sustainability Tool for Businesses
May 10th, 2025 • Infosys and Economist Impact have launched the Sustainability Atlas, an AI-powered platform centralizing over a decade of global sustainability data. Drawing from 18 indices and 500+ reports, it delivers actionable insights to guide climate-focused decisions. The tool aims to foster collaboration and inform policy and business strategies worldwide.
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