Tag: climate resilience

Akvo Turns Air Into Water With Sustainable Tech

Akvo’s AWGs convert humid air into clean water using low energy, ideal for crisis zones and remote areas.

IFRS Foundation Issues Climate Disclosure Guidance

New IFRS guidance supports consistent climate transition disclosures under IFRS S2, aligning global reporting.

Google Invests $4M To Save 500M Gallons Water

Google invests $4M in precision irrigation projects to save 500M+ gallons of water annually in the Carolinas.

How Washington DC’s First Climate Week Came Together

Washington D.C. hosted its first Climate Week, uniting thousands for climate action, innovation, and community.

Africa Advances Carbon Market Strategy to Boost Finance

Africa launches ACSF to scale carbon markets, boost climate finance, and ensure community benefits.

OroraTech Secures €37M To Boost Wildfire Intelligence

OroraTech raises €37M to enhance satellite-based wildfire detection and AI-driven fire risk management globally.

Institutional Investors Sharpen ESG Investment Focus

87% of investors stay committed to ESG, with 84% expecting accelerated progress by 2030.

Japan Bets On Blue Carbon To Meet Net-Zero Targets

Japan plans to boost blue carbon capture from seaweed and marine plants to 2 million tonnes by 2040.

Re.Green Secures R$80M For Brazil Forest Restoration

Re.green secures R$80M funding with “Dark Green” rating to restore 16,000+ hectares in Amazon and Atlantic Forests.

India Commits To Climate Action At Sagarmatha Sambaad

India reaffirms climate commitment at Sagarmatha Sambaad, urging global cooperation to protect mountain ecosystems.

J.P. Morgan Funds Mati Carbon To Scale ERW Impact

Mati Carbon wins $50M XPRIZE, backed by J.P. Morgan to scale enhanced rock weathering in India and Africa.

FSC And Mirova Partner For Sustainable Forestry Investment

FSC and Mirova partner to fund sustainable forestry projects, tackling deforestation and promoting social equity.

Jacobs To Boost Water Recycling In Los Angeles

Jacobs secures five-year contract to enhance water recycling and resilience in Los Angeles County.

MuniFin Issues $180 Million Green Bond For Sustainability

MuniFin issues $180 million green bond to fund sustainable projects like public transport and energy-efficient buildings.

EFM Sojitz Launch $200M Fund For Climate Forestry

EFM and Sojitz launch $200M fund for sustainable forestry, carbon credits, and climate-smart solutions.

USGBC Launches LEED V5 For Greener Buildings

USGBC introduces LEED v5, focusing on decarbonization, resilience, and ecological health in building design.

Biomas Launches Major Reforestation Project In Brazil

Biomas launches reforestation project in Bahia, aiming to plant 2 million trees and restore the Atlantic rainforest.

BII And BCG Unveil Toolkit To Simplify Blended Finance

BII and BCG launch toolkit to simplify blended finance, attracting private capital for climate action.

Mati Carbon Wins $50M XPRIZE for Carbon Removal Innovation

Mati Carbon wins $50M XPRIZE for carbon removal with enhanced rock weathering on Indian farms.

Nestlé And Ofi Launch Global Cocoa Agroforestry Plan

Nestlé and ofi launch agroforestry partnership to reduce CO₂ and support sustainable cocoa farming.

Europe Faces Record Heat, Floods, And Rising Risks

Europe faced record heat and devastating floods in 2024, with €18.2 billion in damages and hundreds of lives lost.