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63% of European city dwellers want a ban on petrol and diesel cars

A majority of people across 15 European cities support only emission-free cars being sold after 2030.

Eco-Innovation

Google Maps to default to routes with the lowest carbon impact

The tech giant is using AI to improve its popular maps app to help combat climate change.

Living

The NGO saving lives by recycling soap from luxury hotels

Meet the Swiss NGO redistributing toiletries from hotels in Europe to deliver to those in need.

Green News

Are organic avocados better for the environment?

As their popularity has skyrocketed, the scaly green fruit has gained a controversial environmental record.

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Living

The top 10 fashion brands with the dirtiest websites revealed

Fashion websites in the UK were rated on their carbon footprints. How much does each homepage generate in CO2?

Green News

Why ‘Global Green City’ of Glasgow is the host of COP26 this year

Glasgow has committed to carbon neutrality by 2030, find out what the long-term sustainability plan is for the city.

Nature

No need to choose between eating fish and saving the ocean say experts

Establishing Marine Protection Areas could save fisheries, ecosystems and help the ocean’s ability to store carbon.

Nature

Does the Amazon rainforest emit more greenhouse gases than it absorbs?

A new study suggests the Amazon rainforest could actually be contributing to the climate crisis.

Green News

Takeaway food could have a staggering impact on your carbon footprint

Delivery companies are looking for environmental solutions after the pandemic created a surge in order numbers.

Travel News

Valencia is the first city in Europe to measure tourist CO2 emissions

This popular Spanish holiday destination wants to better understand the environmental impact of its tourism industry.

Climate

‘Tired, tacky, dangerous’: British Gas ads criticised for greenwashing

The UK's biggest energy supplier is accused of having a "worryingly simplistic" understanding of green issues.

Nature

Australia marine hotspots found to store 2bn tonnes of 'blue carbon'

Three UNESCO World Heritage sites can store billions of CO2 in carbon sinks, according to a new report.

Germany

Merkel calls for 'fundamental rethink' at CDP Europe Awards 2021

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has called for 'fundamental rethink' to protect the environment at the annual CDP Europe Awards 2021.

Living

Forget Zoom or Teams, this video platform can plant trees

Here’s how two companies have joined forces to grow an ‘Impact Forest’ that will subsidise video call carbon emissions.

Eco-Innovation

This 139-year-old house was wheeled through San Francisco

The Englander House moved six blocks in six hours with thousands watching the extraordinary process.

Nature

Deforestation could be cooling the planet down, say scientists

A new controversial study claims that cutting down trees might have the opposite effect on global warming.

Green News

Why I’m shunning Valentine’s Day for the sake of the environment

Frankie Leach explains why boycotting February 14th is the most eco-friendly thing you'll do all year.

Eco-Innovation

Millions of CO2 emissions come from failed driving tests, says study

A new report assesses the impact of failed driving tests on carbon emissions and how the pandemic plays a part.

Green News

Stop burning trees for energy, hundreds of scientists tell EU leaders

Tackling climate change without changing biomass rules is like "trying to bail out a boat with a hole in the bottom".

Living

This library is paving the way to lower carbon architecture

The design of the Thabo Mbeki Presidential Library is based on a 2,000-year-old building technique.