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Global Renewable Capacity Hits Record 4,500 GW in 2025
Solar and wind installations drove a 15% increase in global renewable energy capacity last year, with emerging markets leading the charge.
Arctic Sea Ice Reaches Second-Lowest Extent on Record
Scientists report Arctic summer sea ice has shrunk to 3.74 million km², raising urgent concerns about feedback loops in the climate system.
EU Unveils Ambitious Ocean Restoration Act for 2026
The European Union has passed new legislation mandating restoration of 30% of degraded marine ecosystems by 2035.
Amazon Deforestation Drops 45% Following New Policies
Brazil's latest enforcement drive and indigenous land protections have contributed to a dramatic fall in Amazon deforestation rates.
Next-Gen Solid-State Batteries Could Transform EVs by 2028
A consortium of researchers has demonstrated solid-state batteries with double the energy density of lithium-ion at half the charge time.
Urban Farms Feed 1 Million People Across Asian Megacities
Vertical and rooftop farming initiatives in Tokyo, Singapore, and Bangalore are reshaping local food systems and reducing supply chain emissions.
Carbon Capture Costs Fall Below $100/tonne for First Time
Direct air capture technology has crossed a key economic threshold, according to a report by the International Energy Agency.
Coral Reef Recovery Programs Show Promising Results
Assisted evolution and 3D-printed reef structures are enabling faster recovery of bleached coral ecosystems in the Pacific.
India Installs 50 GW of Solar in Record Single Year
India's solar ambitions are accelerating with massive utility-scale projects and distributed rooftop schemes reaching rural communities.