China has announced the discovery of a new cerium-rich silicate mineral, Nipeiite-(Ce), which has been officially recognized by the International Mineralogical Association. Found in a rare-earth mine in Henan Province, this mineral is named in honor of Professor Ni Pei from Nanjing University for his contributions to the study of tungsten and rare-earth deposits. The […]
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At the National and University Library in Zagreb, a significant step towards energy efficiency and climate preservation was taken with the presentation of 30 contracts for the energy renovation of public buildings. With a total value of €73.8 million, half of which is funded by grants, these contracts will enhance the energy performance of hospitals, […]
The UK government has announced plans to implement a carbon pricing mechanism on imports of carbon-intensive goods such as iron, steel, and cement by 2027. The move aims to combat ‘carbon leakage’—where emissions are shifted to countries with laxer carbon restrictions—and ensure that imported goods face equivalent carbon costs to domestic products. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt […]
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At the first Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) summit in Tokyo, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida committed Japan to spearheading the drive for a carbon-neutral Asia, aiming to create a substantial decarbonization market to attract global investment. The summit, which excluded Myanmar due to its military rule since February 2021, brought together Japan, nine ASEAN […]
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China has made a significant stride in eco-friendly energy production and desert environmental management with the launch of its largest desert-based photovoltaic (PV) project in the Kubuqi Desert, Inner Mongolia. This colossal initiative, spanning 6,666 hectares, has been synchronized with the national grid, signifying a dual triumph in providing clean energy and advancing ecological restoration. […]
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The Renewable Energy Association of Austria criticises the financial agreement for climate protection as being marginal, with the main instrument—the Zukunftsfonds—underfunded at 1.1 billion euros, of which only 600 million is climate-related. This budget is allocated for housing renovations, renewable energy expansion, and environmental protection, with an additional 30 million for public transportation. Experts from […]