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'Real zero' mining and trains that power cars
Happy Thursday, dear reader.
Some good news to kick things off:
We turned one year old this week!
The European Union says it will subsidise the costs of green bond issuances in developing countries.
In just the first eight months of 2024, China added 143GW of solar capacity — more than the total installed in the US to date.
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Mining group Fortescue has signed a US$2.8 billion “green equipment partnership” with Swiss multinational Liebherr as it seeks to eliminate emissions from its Australian iron ore operations by 2030 without relying on carbon credits.
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Barcelona’s transit agency expects regenerative braking to provide 41% of the energy needed to power the trains.
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America’s fledgling battery recycling industry has taken several steps forward in recent weeks, with the government ramping up seed funding and corporates signing major agreements.
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Taking its cue from the likes of Germany, the Portuguese government plans to introduce a €20 monthly rail pass to promote greater use of public transportation services.
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Italian renewable energy company ERG is redeploying its old solar panels towards social projects in its home market and in Africa.
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A rise in extreme weather events continues to hit farmers, food companies and consumers across the globe. At the same time, climate change is driving structural changes in food production and consumption. Adaptation strategies for companies are crucial, and there are valuable lessons to be learned from what’s happening in Southern Europe.
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