Car-free future: Europe’s longest cycle tunnel aims to cut traffic in this Norwegian city
Norway’s Bergen is set to open the world’s longest purpose-built pedestrian and bicycle tunnel on 15 April 2023. The 2.9km tunnel, known as the Fyllingsdalstunnelen, will cut through the Løvstakken mountain and link the residential areas of Fyllingsdalen and Mindemyren….
Floating solar and trash mountains How the Netherlands became Europe’s solar power leader
In the Netherlands, solar power is becoming an increasingly popular renewable energy source. With an average of two solar panels per inhabitant and an installed capacity of more than 1 kilowatt (KW) per person, the Netherlands is leading Europe in…
Hannover, Marburg: German mayors on why they’re climate activists (some of) what they want
Across Germany, cities are striking deals with climate activist group Last Generation to avoid their roads from being blocked by protests. Last Generation is known for their civil disobedience tactics, such as gluing themselves to the roads. The group’s demands…
EU agrees to push for worldwide phaseout of fossil fuels at COP28
At the upcoming COP28 climate summit in Dubai, the European Union has agreed to push for the global phaseout of fossil fuels. Citing the environmental and climate impacts of emissions-spewing fossil fuels, the EU has called for a shift towards…
Germany Can Exit Coal Sooner than Expected.
Summary: The German federal government has announced its ability to exit coal between 2025 and 2030, marking a significant step towards the country’s goal of becoming powered by renewable and hydrogen energy. However, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has hindered…
Renewable Energy Generation Setting Records in Australia
Summary: Australia is leading the way in transitioning to a clean energy future. In the fourth quarter of 2022, 20% of energy in Australia was produced from wind and solar sources, and one day South Australia received 91.5% of its…
Reasons to Be Hopeful this International Polar Bear Day: a Future for Children and Cubs
Summary: On International Polar Bear Day, Polar Bears International celebrates the hard-working polar bear moms and their cubs across the Arctic. Three short films filmed in the snowy, mountainous terrain of Svalbard, Norway, will make the Arctic feel a bit…
Fifth Biggest Retailer in the World is Going Green
Summary: Costco, the fifth largest retailer in the world and 11th on the Fortune 500, is taking big steps towards sustainability and has set ambitious goals to reduce its carbon footprint. The company has committed to reducing CO2 levels internally…
Banff, Alberta’s Commitment to Zero Waste
Summary: Banff, Alberta is a popular tourist destination located in Banff National Park in Canada. People can enjoy the area year-round, skiing at three world-class ski resorts in the winter and hiking 1600 kilometers of trails in the summer. Banff…
Wawa Gatheru is Cultivating the Next Generation of Environmental Leaders Through Her Platform – Black Girl Environmentalist
“climate change, as devastating as it is, presents us with the opportunity to … create a future that is more just for all of us.” Wawa Gatheru Wanjiku “Wawa” Gatheru is a climate storyteller passionate about making the climate movement relevant and accessible…