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14 08 2019 | 10:11

Installing solar panels on agricultural lands maximizes their efficiency.

The most productive places on Earth for solar power are farmlands, according to an Oregon State University study. The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, finds that if less than 1%…

13 08 2019 | 09:28

Open Africa Power, energy is youth.

Christine is a Zimbabwean student who dreams of working in energy policy and is committed to increasing the involvement of women in the sector. Ujunwa from Nigeria is a  development financial…

12 08 2019 | 17:38

Hyundai releases car with solar panel roof.

Hyundai has released a version of its Sonata hybrid that has solar panels to help charge its battery. The Korean car maker said up to 60% of the power for the car's battery could be supplied if the…

12 08 2019 | 11:22

UN scientists call for change to human diet to limit climate change.

The UN report shows humans are having a devastating impact on the soil and vegetation it supports. Cutting fossil fuel emissions alone won't be enough to stop global warming, according to a new…

12 08 2019 | 10:23

4th EWaS on “Valuing the Water, Carbon, Ecological Footprints of Human Activities"

Special Session title: Novel technologies, materials and methods for water purification and desalination Special Session Chairs: Prof. Theodoros Karakasidis, Lab. of Hydromechanics and Environmental…

12 08 2019 | 09:21

A global drinks giant is spending over $200 million to build “green” breweries in Africa

Diageo, the British owner of iconic brands including Guinness and Johnny Walker, is going green at brewing sites across Africa with an ambitious $218 million investment drive. The beverages…

12 08 2019 | 09:12

Wood Mackenzie sees strong growth in European residential storage market through 2024.

Europe already claims the title of largest residential storage market globally. And over the next five years, the market will experience growth that goes beyond Germany, the regional leader to date…

12 08 2019 | 08:40

Ethiopia sets new global tree planting record.

Ethiopia has set a new world record for most trees every planted in a single day, planting over 350 million seedlings and young plants in an effort to reverse the effects of deforestation and climate…

10 08 2019 | 09:22

Germany may introduce 'meat tax' to protect the environment.

Currently meat has reduced tax rate of 7 per cent but politicians say it should increase to 19. Germany could introduce a "meat tax" to protect the climate and improve animal welfare.

09 08 2019 | 13:52

Prof. Sachs, Global Director UN SDSN, visits Greece!

Professor Jeffrey Sachs, Global Director, United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network(UN SDSN) and Senior United Nations Advisor, visits Greece to mobilize the Sustainability Transition…

09 08 2019 | 13:31

New UN Report Shines Light on Trends in Climate Action.

Less than two months ahead of a key September 23 UN Climate Summit in New York, a report published by UN Climate Change provides insights into action taken by governments to address climate change,…

09 08 2019 | 12:31

BNP Paribas: Oil losing the economic battle with renewables, EVs.

Wind and solar power can produce seven times more useful energy for cars, dollar for dollar, than gasoline with oil prices near current levels, according to BNP Paribas SA. Oil will have to fall to…

09 08 2019 | 09:16

WINDABA: Programme Announcement

Programme Announcement

09 08 2019 | 08:09

Texas tops US states for wind with 24GW.

Texas has the most installed turbines of any US state with more than 13,000, totalling over 24GW, according to data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). As of the beginning of 2019,…

09 08 2019 | 07:32

Circular economy and sustainable tourism a reality on islands: business models and financing opportunities.

The International & National GTI Conference will take place at Palazzo Chiaramonte-Steri, one of Palermo treasures of the 14th century, headquarters of the Rectorate of the University of Palermo…

08 08 2019 | 09:35

LEGAL ®EVOLUTION Expo & Congress 2019.

The LEGAL ®EVOLUTION is Europe‘s pathbreaking exhibition and congress for the entire legal department and law firm – over 1,000 participants, 90 exhibitors and partners, 40 lectures and panels, 15…

07 08 2019 | 06:37

GSAS-D&B CGP Online Exam - 2019 Edition

Please be advised the last day for attending the current GSAS-D&B CGP Online Exam prior to implementing GSAS 2019 updates will be 16 September 2019.   With effect from 1st October 2019, the new…

07 08 2019 | 06:33

Kenyan universities aim to be “greenest in the world”.

In Kenya, over 70 universities are being called on by the UN Environment Programme and the Kenyan Government to work together and transform their campuses to be the “greenest in the world”. This…

07 08 2019 | 06:09

The hidden costs of unreliable electricity.

Think back to the last time you experienced a power outage. It probably wasn’t a great memory. Maybe it involved spending the evening in the dark without anything to do or spending a hot day without…

04 08 2019 | 07:32

OECD - Development Co-operation Profiles 2019 for all countries.

Development Co-operation Report