The U.S. Supreme Court declined on Wednesday to put on hold a new federal rule targeting carbon pollution from coal- and gas-fired power plants at the request of numerous states and industry groups in another major challenge to President Joe Biden’s efforts to combat climate change. The justices denied emergency requests by West Virginia, Indiana … Read more
POTENTIAL BUS CONNECTIONS BETWEEN AIRPORTS A Kuala Lumpur-Singapore HSR line would also be a gamechanger for the Singapore-Melaka market as the train would stop in Melaka. But when researching the white paper, I never imagined Singapore-Melaka would be considered in the current environment as a potential airline route. Buses now frequently connect Singapore with Melaka … Read more
Intense wildfires in Canada during 2023 emitted approximately 640 million metric tons of carbon from May to September, according to a study led by Nasa’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory scientists and published in the journal Nature on August 28. The research, funded by Nasa as part of its mission to understand our changing planet, analyzed the … Read more
Last Updated: August 28, 2024, 14:52 IST EKA’s vans feature advanced battery technology, ensuring reliable and efficient service in urban areas.(Photo: EKA Mobility) With this partnership, IKEA and EKA Mobility are taking significant strides towards a greener future, aligning EKA’s cutting-edge EV technology with IKEA’s sustainability mission. EKA Mobility, a top player in electric vehicle … Read more
New Delhi: Maruti Suzuki India Chairman RC Bhargava on Tuesday said the reported 100 per cent registration waiver for hybrid vehicles by the Uttar Pradesh government recognises the fact that multiple technologies are required to reduce carbon emissions and oil imports. According to reports, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced a 100 per cent registration … Read more
The scale of the pile may be shocking, but the director of Redress’ circular fashion programme, Aurianne Ricquier, says it represents just a fraction of the volume of waste textiles thrown away in Hong Kong every day. Volunteers taking part in a three-day “Sort-A-Thon” organised by Redress. Photo: Jonathan Wong “In 2022, an average of … Read more
There will be no French fries but plenty of lentils offered to athletes attending the Paris Olympics, with organisers this week unveiling a food selection that combines eco-minded recipes with French gastronomy. The giant 3,300-seat restaurant at the Paris Olympic Village, which will welcome athletes next month, was given its first test run by a … Read more
The global automotive industry is undergoing a seismic shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) driven by the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and the rapid advancements in technology. While electric cars and bikes have garnered significant attention, the electrification of heavy-duty trucks represents the next crucial frontier, especially for a country like India. The transport … Read more
Automakers in India will need to cut carbon emissions by a third over the next three years or face stiff penalties under the third iteration of corporate average fuel efficiency norms (CAFE) drawn up by the bureau of energy efficiency (BEE). The latest step by India’s energy efficiency and conservation agency is likely to make … Read more
An analysis by Britain’s Royal United Services Institute has found that many Western nations still rely on Russian nuclear fuel to power their reactors, despite efforts to sever economic ties with the Kremlin following its 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Henry Ridgwell reports from London. Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is … Read more
