More than one out of five Europeans are exposed to harmful long-term noise from road, rail and air transport. Published in December, European Environment Agency’s (EEA) briefing shows that this noise exposure leads to over half a million children suffering from impaired reading ability and almost 60,000 having behavioural difficulties in Europe. Over 500,000 … Continue reading New EEA briefing on impact on children from transport noise
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Energy in Demand News, December 22, 2024
The biodiversity hit to economies is estimated at up to US$25 trillion a year, according to The Financial Times (behind a paywall). This is equivalent to one-quarter of global GDP lost annually because industries fail to factor in the damage their operations cause across systems. “Tackling biodiversity loss, climate change, water scarcity, food insecurity and … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, December 22, 2024
Blog by Ellie Gabel: The impact of evolving environmental regulations on the energy sector
You have likely heard experts suggest energy regulations will be more robust and stringent in the coming years. Organizations are preparing for a culture shift in how they navigate regulatory frameworks in a more sustainable world. How will this impact your industry and workflow? Why Should Expectations Change for Energy Workers? The world’s energy demand … Continue reading Blog by Ellie Gabel: The impact of evolving environmental regulations on the energy sector
New EEA briefing on monitoring water quality in Europe
Concerns about PFAS pollution have increased in many European countries but comprehensive monitoring data are often limited. Published recently, the European Environment Agency’s (EEA) assessment shows that most monitored rivers, transitional and coastal waters and a large part of lakes in Europe are polluted with at least one of the many extremely persistent chemical compounds … Continue reading New EEA briefing on monitoring water quality in Europe
France says it is time to bring nuclear power into the centre of EU decarbonisation policy
A ministerial debate on the future of Europe’s energy system saw calls to build up cross-border power grids and end dependence on Russian fossil fuels, while France said it was time bring nuclear power into the centre of EU decarbonisation policy. Robert Hodgson discusses the debate on the potential role of nuclear energy. France … Continue reading France says it is time to bring nuclear power into the centre of EU decarbonisation policy
Cities around the world, including in Canada, have lost weeks’ worth of winter ski, skate and snow days each year due to climate change
Emily Chung writes on the CBC News website about the impact of climate change on our winters. The days above 0 C have seen a dramatic increase around the world, recent analysis finds. Are you noticing changes where you live? Canada's cities are losing up to 19 days of winter Cities around the world, … Continue reading Cities around the world, including in Canada, have lost weeks’ worth of winter ski, skate and snow days each year due to climate change
Our energy transition: “Balcony power is another piece in the puzzle”
Stephen Burgen writes on the Guardian website about balcony solar power. Balcony solar panels can save 30% on a typical household’s electricity bill and, with vertical surface area in cities larger than roof space, the appeal is clear. Are you next? ‘If 1.5m Germans have them there must be something in it’: how balcony … Continue reading Our energy transition: “Balcony power is another piece in the puzzle”
Time to recognise ‘earth’ as a valid and sustainable construction material
In an article on The Conversation website, Rabia Charef, Senior Research Associate in Circular Economy & Digitalisation, Lancaster University about the benefits of using ‘earth’ as a sustainable building material. What are your views? Building with earth could transform sustainable construction – here’s how Imagine you are standing in front of a multimillion-pound building … Continue reading Time to recognise ‘earth’ as a valid and sustainable construction material
Coal use still increasing
The spike in fossil fuel use a result of global gas crisis is triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine for the most part. Jillian Ambrose writes on the Guardian website about latest developments. Separately, the Guardian also wrote that Australia has just announced the expansion of four new coal mines. The approvals have angered climate … Continue reading Coal use still increasing
Examining the role of AI to tackle climate change
In an article on The Conversation website, Jo Lindsay Walton, Principal Research Fellow in Arts, Climate and Technology, University of Sussex questions the role of AI to ‘save the planet.’ In a report her research team published, they argue that Innovation and the spread of best practices are improving efficiency. Plentiful options exist to make … Continue reading Examining the role of AI to tackle climate change
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