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New Research Reveals Carbon-Negative Building Material for Greener, Cheaper Construction

July 18th, 2025 • German researchers have developed CarbonFiberStone (CFS), a new building material that removes carbon from the atmosphere. Made from stone, biochar, and bio-based carbon fibers, CFS is cost-effective, carbon-negative, and structurally strong—offering a sustainable alternative to concrete with the potential to transform climate-friendly construction.

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Green Bond Market Surpasses USD6 Trillion Milestone, Signaling Accelerated Climate Finance Momentum

July 18th, 2025 • The Climate Bonds Initiative reports that aligned green, social, sustainability, and sustainability-linked bonds have surpassed USD6 trillion. This rapid growth highlights the rising influence of sustainable finance. With increasing investor pressure and global momentum, the bond market is emerging as a powerful driver of climate action and economic transition.

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Seabound Launches Groundbreaking Onboard Carbon Capture Project Aboard Cement Carrier

July 16th, 2025 • Seabound has launched a pioneering onboard carbon capture system aboard the UBC Cork cement carrier, in partnership with Hartmann, InterMaritime, and Heidelberg Materials. The captured CO₂, stored as limestone, will be reused in cement production at Brevik, Norway—marking a major step toward decarbonizing the shipping and construction industries.

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Lidl Switzerland Trials AI Tool to Track Supply Chain Emissions

July 15th, 2025 • Lidl Switzerland is piloting an AI-powered tool to track and reduce supply chain CO₂ emissions. The initiative supports Lidl’s net-zero goal by 2050 and promotes collaboration with suppliers and farmers through standardized data, transparency, and incentives for climate-friendly production.

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New ISS Stoxx Solution Helps Investors Tackle Sovereign Climate Risks

July 14th, 2025 • ISS STOXX has launched the Sovereign Climate Impact Report, offering investors a robust tool to assess climate risks in sovereign portfolios. Featuring 180+ metrics, the report supports regulatory compliance, scenario alignment, and transition analysis, helping institutions meet global climate disclosure standards and enhance sustainable investment strategies.

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New Guidelines Released to Support Global Scale-Up of High-Integrity Carbon Removal

July 11th, 2025 • Microsoft and Carbon Direct have released the 2025 edition of their Criteria for High-Quality Carbon Dioxide Removal. The updated framework introduces new standards for marine-based methods, enhances technical precision, and incorporates insights from Microsoft’s large-scale procurement. It aims to guide the global scale-up of science-based, high-integrity carbon removal solutions.

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Electric Vehicles in EU Show 73% Lower Emissions, Study Finds

July 10th, 2025 • A new ICCT study shows battery electric vehicles emit up to 73% less greenhouse gases than gasoline cars over their lifetimes. However, climate benefits depend on clean electricity and realistic usage data. The report calls for a 2035 phaseout of combustion engines and stricter policies to support transport decarbonization.

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EU Sets Emissions Threshold for Low-Carbon Hydrogen in Major Regulatory Milestone

July 9th, 2025 • The European Commission has introduced a new emissions methodology for low-carbon hydrogen, requiring a 70% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. This regulatory milestone aims to boost investment, support industrial decarbonization, and advance the EU’s 2050 climate goals while allowing flexible production methods tailored to member states’ energy mixes.

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Green Climate Fund Approves Record $1.225 Billion for Global Climate Projects

July 8th, 2025 • The Green Climate Fund has approved a record $1.225 billion for 17 new climate projects in developing nations. Key reforms to its accreditation process, expansion of its partner network, and plans for regional offices aim to enhance efficiency, accountability, and global reach as the Fund scales up climate action efforts.

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Cargill Revamps Global Cocoa Supply Chain with Bold Sustainability Push

July 7th, 2025 • Cargill, a global food and agriculture giant, has overhauled its cocoa supply chain to boost sustainability. The company’s initiatives span renewable energy, waste reduction, and low-emission transport from West Africa to Europe, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 30% per ton of product by 2030 and reshape responsible sourcing.

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Lagardère Travel Retail Joins New Retail Alliance to Cut Supply Chain Emissions

July 4th, 2025 • Lagardère Travel Retail has joined eight major French retailers in launching LESS, a collective initiative to cut CO₂ emissions across the supply chain. Using the OpenClimat platform, the initiative streamlines carbon data reporting from suppliers, supporting the group's goal to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030.

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EU Awards €2.8 Billion for Transport Upgrades to Boost Connectivity and Sustainability

July 3rd, 2025 • The European Commission has allocated €2.8 billion to 94 transport projects under the Connecting Europe Facility. The funding will modernize railways (including Rail Baltica), ports, and roads while boosting sustainability. Key focuses include shore-side electricity for ports, cross-border rail upgrades, and Ukraine connectivity. The projects aim to strengthen EU transport networks and green mobility.
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