Tag: Environmental sustainability
UN COP16: Countries Support $200-Billion Biodiversity Conservation Plan
The COP16 UN Biodiversity Conference recently concluded in Rome, with countries pledging $200 billion annually by 2030 to safeguard the planet’s biodiversity. While this agreement marks a significant step forward, critics argue that more...
Solar Power: Escaping Trump’s Culture Wars
Solar Power: A Beacon of Hope Amidst Political TurbulenceIn the heart of the Midwest, Seamus Fitzgerald, the associate director of real estate at OneEnergy Renewables, navigates a diverse landscape of opinions surrounding solar power....
Environmental Justice Pioneer Reflects on Current Challenges
Environmental Justice Leader Ben Chavis Reflects on Decades of AdvocacyIn an illuminating interview with the Rev. Ben Chavis, a trailblazer in the realm of environmental justice, we delve into the roots of his activism...
Unlocking Business Investment: COP16 2.0 for Nature Funding
The 16th United Nations Biodiversity Conference of the Parties (COP16) held in Colombia last year shed light on a pressing issue: global efforts to combat biodiversity loss are falling short. The outcomes of the...
Challenges of Green Corridor Project in DRC Forest Communities
A colossal new conservation initiative in the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has recently sparked both excitement and concern among environmentalists and local communities. This project, known as the Green Corridor,...
Driving Consumer Demand for Green Hydrogen
In today's fast-paced world, the push for sustainable energy sources is more crucial than ever. One key player in this movement is green hydrogen, a clean alternative that has the potential to revolutionize the...
Unlocking the Potential of Solar Energy in South Carolina
A large-scale solar project is set to transform a vast expanse of timberland in Lambert County, South Carolina. Silicon Ranch, a solar developer, is gearing up to launch a 200-megawatt solar farm by the...
Challenging Demand for Critical Minerals: UN Report
In a recent event hosted by the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED), Elisa Morgera, the UN's special rapporteur on climate change and human rights, raised concerns about the increasing demand for critical...
Exploring Sustainable Energy Alternatives in Indonesia: Moving Beyond Coal
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto has set a groundbreaking target of eliminating coal from the country's energy mix by 2040, a significant challenge for a nation heavily reliant on coal for 62% of its electricity...
Climate-Friendly Livestock: The KJ Show #116
**Climate-Friendly Livestock: The KJ Show #116**In a groundbreaking episode of 'The KJ Show,' Dr. Katherine Johnson delves into the world of "climate-friendly" livestock. The show, a unique blend of energy updates and insightful conversations...
