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Politics ·

Alta Refrigeration sues EPA over hydrofluorocarbon regulations in Georgia

Environment ·

Germany launches Global SF6 Pledge to curb potent greenhouse gas emissions

Environment ·

Nearly 200 countries commit to protect 30% of land, oceans by 2030

Technology ·

China invests in renewable energy to boost AI capabilities and sustainability

Technology

Google launches Gemini 4 Hydrogen, boosting AI speed and intelligence.

Google launched Gemini 4 "Hydrogen," the fastest version of its AI suite, featuring improved response times and a broader understanding of queries by leveraging new Carbon hardware. The rollout aims to enhance...

9to5Mac · 1 day ago · 2 min read

Politics

Alta Refrigeration sues EPA over hydrofluorocarbon regulations in Georgia

Alta Refrigeration is suing the EPA over a rule that limits the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), claiming it still restricts their products despite a recent extension. The outcome could impact U.S. climate...

Inside Climate News · 3 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

Global carbon emissions drop 0.4% in early 2024 amid high oil prices

Global carbon emissions fell by 0.4% in early 2024 due to high oil prices, marking the first decline since 2020, as demand for gasoline and diesel decreased. This dip is fragile and could reverse without...

Ars Technica · 3 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

High oil prices drop CO2 emissions as countries seek alternative energy

High oil prices have led to a significant drop in carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels, driven by supply disruptions from the conflict in Iran. This shift is prompting countries to seek alternative...

Scientific American · 3 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

Global fossil CO₂ emissions expected to drop 0.4% by 2026

Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels are expected to decrease by 0.4% in 2026 due to increased adoption of solar and wind energy and the impact of the Iran conflict on energy markets. This decline...

Phys.org · 4 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

FTC investigates Nvidia for misleading green claims about GPUs

Nvidia is being investigated by the FTC for potentially misleading claims about its GPUs being "green" and "energy-efficient." Experts argue that the AI industry's environmental benefits are unproven, as the...

MIT Tech Review · 4 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

Research reveals sticky marine snow transports six times more carbon.

Research shows that stickier marine snow can carry over six times more carbon to the deep ocean than less sticky particles, highlighting its crucial role in carbon sequestration. This insight could enhance...

ScienceDaily · 5 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

Germany launches Global SF6 Pledge to curb potent greenhouse gas emissions

The German government has launched the "Global SF6 Pledge" to reduce emissions of sulfur hexafluoride (SF6), a potent greenhouse gas that is 23,500 times more effective than carbon dioxide at trapping heat....

Inside Climate News · 7 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

China reports 3.1% drop in CO2 emissions in Q3 2026

China's carbon dioxide emissions fell by 3.1% in Q3 2026, the largest drop since the Covid-19 pandemic, reflecting its shift toward cleaner energy amid global tensions affecting economic activity. This decline...

Carbon Brief · 8 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

Great Pacific Garbage Patch alters ocean color, threatens marine ecosystems

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is changing the ocean's color due to intensified blue and green hues caused by microplastics, which disrupt light scattering. This shift potentially affects marine ecosystems...

Scientific American · 8 days ago · 1 min read

Politics

John Swinney criticizes UK plan to ban North Sea drilling

Scottish First Minister John Swinney criticized the UK government's proposal to ban new drilling in the North Sea, arguing that exploration is necessary for energy security and lower carbon emissions. The...

BBC Politics · 8 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

Washington delays geothermal energy development, hindering clean energy transition

Geothermal energy, a reliable renewable source, is facing delays in development due to slow federal permitting processes, hindering the U.S. transition to cleaner energy. Addressing these regulatory hurdles is...

The Hill · 9 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

Nearly 200 countries commit to protect 30% of land, oceans by 2030

At the COP17 biodiversity conference in December 2022, nearly 200 countries agreed to protect 30% of the planet's land and marine areas by 2030 and emphasized funding for conservation in developing nations....

Carbon Brief · 10 days ago · 2 min read

Science

UC San Diego researchers use carbon monoxide to activate cancer drugs

Researchers at UC San Diego have developed a drug-delivery system that uses carbon monoxide produced by tumor cells to activate chemotherapy agents within those cells, effectively killing cancer while...

ScienceDaily · 10 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

Delegates from 200 countries gather in Antalya for COP31 climate negotiations

Delegates from nearly 200 countries will meet in Antalya from November 6-17 for COP31 to negotiate emissions-reduction commitments amid significant climate challenges. Key issues include finalizing the...

Carbon Brief · 11 days ago · 2 min read

Technology

China invests in renewable energy to boost AI capabilities and sustainability

China is investing in renewable energy to enhance its position in the artificial intelligence sector by powering data centers with cheaper, sustainable electricity. This strategy not only aims to establish...

Inside Climate News · 12 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

Study reveals human metabolism emitted 2.05 billion tons of CO₂ in 2015

A study estimates that human metabolism released 2.05 billion metric tons of CO₂ in 2015, accounting for 5-6% of total anthropogenic emissions. This finding emphasizes the need to include metabolic emissions...

Phys.org · 12 days ago · 2 min read