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Norway zips ahead in EV race as car sales hit 96% electric 6/1/2026
Norway zips ahead in EV race as car sales hit 96% electric Almost all new cars registered in Norway last year were fully electric, official data showed on Friday, headed by booming Tesla (TSLA.O) sales as the Nordic country cements its global lead in phasing out petrol and diesel-powered vehicles. ...more
‘Just an unbelievable amount of pollution’: how big a threat is AI to the climate? 6/1/2026
‘Just an unbelievable amount of pollution’: how big a threat is AI to the climate? Defenders say AI can do good to fight the climate crisis. But spiralling energy and water costs leave experts worried. ...more
Japan targets 25% cut in clothing waste 6/1/2026
Japan targets 25% cut in clothing waste Japan plans to cut clothing waste from households by a quarter by fiscal 2030, aiming to boost recycling, extend garment lifespans and foster private-sector innovation amid growing environmental concerns over the fashion industry’s impact. ...more
Battery electric cars will overtake diesels in Great Britain by 2030, analysis suggests 6/1/2026
Battery electric cars will overtake diesels in Great Britain by 2030, analysis suggests London predicted to be the first UK city to go diesel-free, largely because of the ultra-low emission zone. ...more
How the common daisy became a ‘visible signal’ of climate change 6/1/2026
How the common daisy became a ‘visible signal’ of climate change Hundreds of wildflowers have bloomed this winter, as climate extremes trigger a drastic “shift” to their natural cycle. ...more
‘These trees may not survive’: Jordan’s ancient olive harvest wilts under record-breaking heat 5/1/2026
‘These trees may not survive’: Jordan’s ancient olive harvest wilts under record-breaking heat Extreme heat and drought has destroyed 70% of Jordan’s olive crop, endangering livelihoods of 80,000 families and a centuries-old tradition. ...more
EAD study highlights Abu Dhabi’s role in global bird migration 5/1/2026
EAD study highlights Abu Dhabi’s role in global bird migration The coloured-ring bird-banding programme run by the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has delivered strong scientific results, helping identify more than 560 birds and assess their health. The data has allowed researchers to track migration routes across multiple regions, confirming Abu Dhabi’s role as a key stopover along major global migratory bird flyways. ...more
UK records hottest and sunniest year ever in 2025, says weather service 5/1/2026
UK records hottest and sunniest year ever in 2025, says weather service Britain experienced its hottest and sunniest year on record in 2025, surpassing the previous high set in 2022, the national weather service said on Friday, as persistent high-pressure systems and unusually warm seas drove up temperatures. ...more
Australian electric car market to get influx of new models as cheaper EVs hit the road 5/1/2026
Australian electric car market to get influx of new models as cheaper EVs hit the road Australians can expect to see more electric utes, sports cars and hatchbacks that break price records at both ends of the spectrum, with changes encouraging even the most reluctant brands to join the trend. ...more
Record year for wind and solar electricity in Great Britain in 2025 5/1/2026
Record year for wind and solar electricity in Great Britain in 2025 Renewable energy - considered crucial to limiting climate change - produced a record amount of electricity in Great Britain in 2025, BBC analysis shows. ...more
 
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