They pointed out how the results will affect ongoing and future solutions. NParks, for example, singled out the data on wind speeds, which are set to increase by up to 20 per cent by the end of the century, and its effect on trees. “You see the trees in your parks, in your gardens … … Read more
Ministers are under fire for allegedly reneging on their commitment to support English farmers after pledging to allocate £2.4 billion annually to agriculture by the conclusion of this parliamentary term. This financial commitment was intended to replace the European Union’s common agricultural policy, which compensated farmers based on the hectares of land under their management. … Read more
A few years ago, a couple of Google employees reached out to a Minnesota scientist with an unusual proposal: What if they could teach computers to spot beaver habitats from space? “They wanted to know if I thought it was possible to find beaver wetlands from aerial imagery myself, and then if that could be … Read more
The CEO of In The Style, an online fashion retailer that generated £57.3 million in revenue in the 12 months to the end of March 2022, Adam Frisby, has stepped down. Frisby founded the company 10 years ago in his bedroom, at just 25 years old, after he earned a small profit from re-selling dresses … Read more
In a landmark move towards a more sustainable future, the UK government has unveiled plans that will mandate retailers to bear the costs of recycling electronic waste (e-waste) generated by consumers both with household and in-store collections. The initiative, set to take effect in 2026, marks a significant step in addressing the environmental impact of … Read more
Reported By: Samreen Pall Last Updated: December 13, 2023, 10:01 IST Excon 2023: Volvo CE Unveils India’s First Electric Excavator & Future-Ready Innovations. (Photo: Volvo CE) Volvo CE wows at Excon 2023, unveiling India’s first electric excavator and eco-friendly machines, pioneering a green shift in construction. Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) India hit a big … Read more
Vinyl records were once written off as relics. First, they were replaced by shiny compact discs that (supposedly) offered superior sound. Then streaming took over, allowing fans to carry vast music collections with them wherever they go. In recent years, vinyl sales have turned around. In 2022, vinyl outsold CDs in the U.S. for the first … Read more
The couture house, which Crociani founded in 2017, specialises in “ecological, ethical, sustainable art-to-wear” creations. Presented in Aelis Couture’s spring/summer 2023 runway shows, its tutu creations will also be displayed by the Paris Opera Ballet. Photo: Aelis As a designation, haute couture – “high dressmaking” in French – is protected by the Fédération de la … Read more
Miguel Otero-Iglesias a senior analyst at the Elcano Royal Institute in Madrid. Faced with a choice between successfully completing the green transition, effectively achieving economic security and aiming for fiscal discipline, the European Union is confronted with a new trilemma — and it cannot accomplish all three. But while Germany — with its debt brake, … Read more
Last Updated: December 15, 2023, 12:39 IST Audi Unveils India’s First Ultra-Fast Charging Station in Mumbai’s BKC. (Photo: Audi) Audi unveils India’s fastest EV charger in Mumbai, charging Q8 55 e-tron in 26 mins. Green-powered ‘e-tron hub’ redefines convenience for EV owners. Luxury carmaker Audi has just unveiled India’s premier ultra-fast charging station in the … Read more
