West Reliant on Russian Nuclear Fuel Amid Decarbonization Push

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

Uber offers new feature for environmentally conscious riders

The new carbon emissions feature on Uber’s app. Uber Environmentally conscious Uber riders interested in keeping an eye on their carbon footprint can now discover the level of carbon dioxide emissions avoided if they take a trip in one of the company’s electric vehicle and hybrid options. In a bid to burnish its green credentials, … Read more

In climate push, German chemical maker swaps oil for sugar

At one of Europe’s largest chemical complexes, German group Covestro is trialling the manufacture of a key product using sugar as a base material instead of oil, as the industry seeks to reduce its carbon footprint. The pilot project involves producing “aniline”, a chemical used in making foams — used widely in mattresses and armchairs, … Read more

Do Electric Vehicles Contribute To Air Pollution? Here’s What Experts Have To Say

Last Updated: February 28, 2024, 16:55 IST Do Electric Vehicles Contribute To Air Pollution? Here’s What Experts Have To Say. (Representative Image) (Photo: Canary Media) While electric cars have zero engine pollution, friction is still needed for the tyres and brakes to function. Several countries have prioritised the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) in their … Read more

Student tracking Taylor Swift jet pushes back on threatened legal action: ‘Look what you made me do’

The attorney for a college student who has tracked singer Taylor Swift’s jet pushed back at the superstar’s threat of legal action, arguing there is “nothing unlawful” about his client’s actions.  The letter, on behalf of University of Central Florida student Jack Sweeney, comes in response to multiple requests by Swift’s attorneys that demanded he … Read more

Short-Seller Jim Chanos Calls Elon Musk ‘Subsidy King’ After Carbon Tax Proposal

Short-seller Jim Chanos challenged Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s proposal for a carbon tax, raising questions about his motivations and political leanings. Musk, however, argues that such a tax is essential to combat climate change. As expected, Musk’s proposal for a carbon tax has sparked debate among his supporters, with some expressing support and others raising … Read more

Did the Israel-Hamas War Cause 99% Carbon Emissions In Oct-Nov?

As the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza enters its fourth month, a study tried to analyse the effects of the war in terms of carbon emissions. A study done by US and UK researchers revealed that the carbon emissions generated in the first two months of the Israel-Hamas war were higher than the annual carbon footprint … Read more