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Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

A New Narrative for Planetary Health in the Hybrid Era

Perceiving crises as external leads to helplessness and disengagement, while recognizing agency fosters positive outcomes and behavior change.
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago
Environment

Welcome to The Hotspot, our new newsletter on sport's relationship with the climate crisis

Sport faces significant challenges due to climate change, impacting athletes, competitions, and the environment.
fromNature
1 week ago
Environment

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

A New Narrative for Planetary Health in the Hybrid Era

Perceiving crises as external leads to helplessness and disengagement, while recognizing agency fosters positive outcomes and behavior change.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Welcome to The Hotspot, our new newsletter on sport's relationship with the climate crisis

Sport faces significant challenges due to climate change, impacting athletes, competitions, and the environment.
Environment
fromNature
1 week ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Greens pledge to transform Scotland at manifesto launch

Scottish Greens propose free bus travel, dental care, and new green jobs, funded by taxing the wealthy and polluting industries.
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Mapping the Technosphere: Architecture as an Interface Between Systems and Territories

Architecture can no longer be conceived as an isolated object, detached from the technical networks that sustain contemporary life. This condition calls for new readings and approaches.
Design
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Cuba could beat US energy blockade with $8bn investment in renewables, says thinktank

Cuba can achieve energy independence with an $8bn investment in renewable energy, potentially leading the Caribbean in green energy solutions.
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Stop Treating ESG Like a Costly Obligation - When Used Well, It Becomes a Growth Advantage

ESG identifies operational and financial risks, enhancing resilience and performance beyond mere compliance.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Watch Out for the 'Off-Grid' Problem Hiding in Your Business Model

Growth advantages can turn into liabilities when customer retention declines, increasing the burden of fixed costs on remaining users.
#fuel-shortages
Europe news
fromThe Local France
17 hours ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

Fuel shortages in the EU are not currently evident, but jet fuel supply issues may arise soon due to geopolitical tensions.
UK politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Revealed: New poll shows what the public really think of fuel protests

Public blames government for fuel shortages and supports nationwide protests.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
17 hours ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

Fuel shortages in the EU are not currently evident, but jet fuel supply issues may arise soon due to geopolitical tensions.
UK politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Revealed: New poll shows what the public really think of fuel protests

Public blames government for fuel shortages and supports nationwide protests.
Science
fromNature
1 day ago

Stop the 'space race': space exploration must be a shared human endeavour

Artemis II exemplifies international collaboration in space exploration, showcasing human curiosity despite geopolitical tensions and skepticism about crewed space missions.
fromTNW | Investors-Funding
19 hours ago

Europe's most important industrial decarbonisation project gets a lifeline

Stegra has agreed in principle on €1.4 billion in new financing to complete the construction of what would be the world's first large-scale green steel plant, located in Boden in northern Sweden.
Fundraising
fromwww.dw.com
17 hours ago

India walked away from its bid to host COP33 here's why

One of the key reasons for India's withdrawal appears to be the steadily declining relevance of COP in driving meaningful global climate action. The complete erosion of trust among countries at the Belem summit in Brazil, where several nations reneged on previously agreed commitments, seems to have contributed significantly to this decision.
World politics
London
fromTime Out London
23 hours ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Datacentre developers tout benefits to local communities, but do they deliver? | Computer Weekly

Datacentre developments are causing challenges for local businesses, raising concerns about energy consumption and community impact despite potential local benefits.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

On the streets of Dublin I met fuel protesters and the people who support them yet our leaders still don't get it | Caelainn Hogan

Fuel protests in Ireland highlight the impact of high fuel taxes on farmers and the broader population, emphasizing the need for a transition to clean energy.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Energy and International ETFs Offer the Diversification Your $1,000 Deserves in 2026

The equity market in April 2026 presents varied ETF investment options amid a stable Fed rate and a low VIX.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Advocates Reject Zenith Energy Investigation in Letter Delivered to Mayor's Office - Portland Mercury

Local environmental advocates express frustration with Mayor Wilson for not revoking Zenith Energy's land use credentials despite alleged violations.
Gadgets
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Understanding the impact of smart technology on household energy consumption - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Smart home technology requires user action and guidance to effectively reduce energy bills, rather than relying solely on devices for savings.
Coffee
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

Repair Cafe brings together neighbors with broken items and the experts to fix them

Royersford Baptist Church hosts a community repair event where local experts help fix broken household items, promoting sustainability and neighborly support.
Media industry
fromDigiday
2 days ago

'I'm playing the long game': Journalists are striking out alone and discovering the business is toughest beat of all

Independent journalism has potential but struggles with business fluency, as many journalists lack developed strategies for monetization.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

2026 BAYCS Earth Day Festival

The 2026 BAYCS Earth Day Festival offers free activities, food, and networking opportunities for all ages in San Francisco.
#sustainability
fromEarth911
1 day ago
Environment

Sustainability In Your Ear: Author Michael Maniates on Why Green Shopping Isn't Enough

fromFast Company
5 days ago
Environment

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago
Environment

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Author Michael Maniates on Why Green Shopping Isn't Enough

Buying eco-labeled products does not lead to significant systemic change in reducing carbon emissions.
Environment
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
Environment
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
#energy-crisis
fromIndependent
4 days ago
World news

Richard Curran: Ireland is sleep-walking into future energy crises by refusing to plan beyond ideology

Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

How countries are tackling the global energy crisis

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to a global energy crisis with rising oil prices and various countries implementing fuel rationing measures.
fromIndependent
4 days ago
World news

Richard Curran: Ireland is sleep-walking into future energy crises by refusing to plan beyond ideology

Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

How countries are tackling the global energy crisis

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to a global energy crisis with rising oil prices and various countries implementing fuel rationing measures.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

The Great Green Wall's one of the world's most ambitious eco-projects. Is it working?

Africa's Great Green Wall project, aimed at combating desertification, has seen significant funding but remains largely unfulfilled after 18 years.
France news
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

France unveils measures to speed up shift to electric power

France plans to accelerate the shift to electric power for transport and housing due to rising oil and gas prices from the Middle East conflict.
Online Community Development
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

CDFIs could draw institutional capital for climate projects

There is a strong desire for collaboration between institutional investors and community development financial institutions, but barriers exist due to perceived risks and lack of standardization.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
5 days ago

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

A new German-Polish project shows how cities can be heated without fossil fuels

Local leadership and cross-border collaboration in Görlitz and Zgorzelec aim to deliver cleaner, affordable heat and enhance energy security.
fromMitchell Hashimoto
1 week ago
Software development

The Building Block Economy

Building blocks for software development prioritize quantity over quality, enabling massive adoption and growth in user engagement.
Public health
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
Digital life
fromEarth911
6 days ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

Not everyone who keeps a small social circle is protecting their energy. Some of them built a wide one once, watched it reveal exactly how many people would show up during an actual emergency, and quietly restructured around the answer - Silicon Canals

Small social circles often result from past crises that reveal true friendships, rather than a preference for fewer connections.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
22 hours ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
Environment
fromEarth911
23 hours ago

Take Action on Arbor Day to Help Our Planet

Trees are essential for a healthy planet, yet they face significant threats from wildfires, droughts, insect infestations, and deforestation.
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

Circularity Cements Memory in Cast Concrete

True ingenuity in architecture lies in negotiation with the past rather than erasure, as demonstrated by the Trace project in London.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Climate Action Youth Summit 2026: Free Boba & Activities

The 2026 Climate Action Youth Summit empowers youth through presentations, community engagement, and hands-on activities focused on climate action.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Entrepreneurship was never easy, but it doesn't need to be relentless

Entrepreneurs face overwhelming mental loads and financial pressures, impacting their ability to innovate and grow their businesses.
Philosophy
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

I'm worried there's too much of me,' says a birch: inside the interspecies council giving nature a voice

Interspecies councils expand governance representation to include non-human voices, promoting a shift in consciousness about our relations with nature.
#green-party
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

The Green Party aims for significant gains in London's local elections, targeting four to five times their previous seat count.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

The Green Party aims for significant gains in London's local elections, targeting four to five times their previous seat count.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.
#recycling
Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

Where Is The Circular Packaging Economy In 2026?

Corrugated cardboard recycling is efficient, while plastic recycling faces significant challenges, highlighting the complexities of achieving a circular packaging economy.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Recycling's next big thing or big bluff?

Houston's recycling program claims to recycle 90% of plastics, but activists question its effectiveness and transparency.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

Where Is The Circular Packaging Economy In 2026?

Corrugated cardboard recycling is efficient, while plastic recycling faces significant challenges, highlighting the complexities of achieving a circular packaging economy.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Recycling's next big thing or big bluff?

Houston's recycling program claims to recycle 90% of plastics, but activists question its effectiveness and transparency.
London startup
fromEarth911
6 days ago

Best of Sustainability In Your Ear: Plastic Bank's David Katz on Grassroots Recycling Solutions

Plastic Bank promotes grassroots recycling to create resilient communities and reduce ocean plastic waste through partnerships and innovative compensation models.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Don't mention the climate: Trump creates beyond absurd' situation at global finance talks

Governments are pressured to avoid discussing climate issues at global finance talks despite the ongoing oil crisis and urgent climate needs.
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Government in 'complete panic' as stakes get higher in Ireland's nationwide fuel protests

Government is considering excise cuts on agricultural diesel and tax rebates to address a fuel supply blockade.
#renewable-energy
US Elections
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK households to be urged to use more power this summer as renewables soar

Households are encouraged to increase energy consumption during surplus renewable energy periods to balance the grid and reduce energy bills.
US Elections
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK households to be urged to use more power this summer as renewables soar

Households are encouraged to increase energy consumption during surplus renewable energy periods to balance the grid and reduce energy bills.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
6 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
Non-profit organizations
fromNature
3 weeks ago

'Continuity over novelty': why environmental science needs to rethink its focus

The closure of forest-service research offices threatens long-term ecological research and institutional memory in the US.
World politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Danantara CIO: Indonesia can anchor the AI and energy economy-if governance keeps pace | Fortune

Global conflicts now impact economies instantly, reshaping capital flows and national competitiveness, with Indonesia positioned to leverage its resources and partnerships.
Business
fromhbr.org
2 weeks ago

How Leaders Can Get Strategic About Energy Costs

Energy management is shifting from a marginal cost issue to a critical board-level concern for resilience and competitiveness.
World politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

Deutsche Bank says China is energy 'winner' in age of war | Fortune

China is strengthening its position in global energy security amid volatility in oil and gas markets due to war.
Environment
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

The fossil fuel illusion, and New York's chance to move beyond it

Dependence on fossil fuels makes nations vulnerable; transitioning to renewable energy is essential for economic and political stability.
fromPhilosophynow
1 week ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Campaigner Aysha Hawcutt stated that residents were 'not anti-homes', but believed the Adlington plan was 'the wrong proposal in the wrong place'. She expressed pride in the community's resilience against the development threats.
London politics
Environment
fromAxios
1 day ago

AI's power demands give carbon capture a new push

Big tech companies are leading the development of carbon capture technology to address rising electricity demand from AI and data centers.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
4 weeks ago

Why Some Congresspeople Want to Go Big on Greenways - Streetsblog USA

The Parks to People Act proposes $300 million in federal funding for walking and biking infrastructure as essential transportation tools, despite political opposition dismissing them as distractions.
Environment
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The solution to America's energy crisis starts with homes

Home solar and storage systems provide energy independence during severe storms, highlighting the need for a shift in America's energy infrastructure approach.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A Europe of clean, green cities and resurgent industry is a fantasy unless we get really creative | Hans Larsson

Europe eliminated heavy industry from its cities, creating livable urban spaces while outsourcing manufacturing and labor to other regions, leaving local residents economically displaced.
Environment
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

How Nature-Driven Innovation Can Give Your Business an Edge

Biomimicry offers innovative solutions to business challenges by emulating nature's strategies, yet it remains underutilized in corporate practices.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

How to make your home shockproof when energy prices go wild

Homeowners are significantly reducing energy costs by installing solar panels and heat pumps, leading to lower electricity and gas expenses.
Artificial intelligence
fromDanielmiessler
1 month ago

The Great Transition

Multiple simultaneous transitions are reshaping how knowledge moves from private expert domains to public accessibility through AI and LLMs, fundamentally transforming knowledge work and expertise value.
fromState of the Planet
2 weeks ago

From Classrooms to Climate Impact: Two Careers Flourish in Singapore

"Singapore is in a very unique position because they face a lot of land constraints, so there are few ways for them to generate their own renewable energy. Singapore is pushing for integrated energy systems throughout ASEAN, so that renewable energy produced in other countries can be brought back to Singapore. There's a very distinct, coordinated effort for countries to come together to work on climate change and energy security in a way that I haven't really seen."
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

EU urged not to roll back green agenda in effort to revive faltering economy

Campaigners from the Climate Action Network, a pan-European group of NGOs, said European industry was under real pressure from high energy prices, ageing assets, global overcapacity and delayed investments, but these issues could not be solved by watering down climate and environmental policies. Deregulation is not an industrial strategy, the group wrote in an open letter, which argued that the problems facing energy-intensive industries, including steel, cement and chemicals, were driven by prices of fossil fuel-derived energy and global market dynamics, rather than environmental regulation.
Europe politics
Environment
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Data centers aren't breaking the grid. A broken grid is | Fortune

A new Senate bill misidentifies data centers as the problem, while the real issue lies in an outdated and underbuilt electrical grid.
Miscellaneous
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

7 Unbuilt Masterplans Reimagining Urban Futures Through Ecology and Collective Space

Unbuilt urban masterplans explore adaptive spatial frameworks that recalibrate mobility, ecology, and collective life through climate-responsive design and public space integration across diverse global contexts.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Earth911 Inspiration: a Dozen Highly Effective Policies

A dozen highly effective policies in the largest countries can initiate a decisive post-carbon transition if implemented now.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Global economy needs nature to thrive

Business models prioritizing growth over nature drive biodiversity loss and risk human extinction unless transformed to integrate environmental stewardship.
Environment
fromEarth911
2 months ago

8 Ways to Reduce Your Impact Today

Simple daily choices—using reusables, conserving water, swapping to LEDs, and avoiding single-use plastics—reduce environmental impact while saving money.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

On the International Day for Clean Energy: How Local Initiatives Respond to the Spatial Impacts of Energy Production

January 26 marks the International Day for Clean Energy, an initiative aimed at raising awareness and mobilizing action for an inclusive transition from fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, to power generation systems with lower greenhouse gas emissions and fewer pollutants. The term "clean" signals a fundamental shift away from extractive, finite, and exhaustible energy sources toward systems based on renewable resources or on capturing energy embedded in natural processes.
Environment
Environment
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Building a liveable capital by 2040 - the infrastructure, talent and sustainability trade-offs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Liveability depends on functioning infrastructure, a thriving talent ecosystem, and sustainable resilience, achieved through deliberate, transparent trade-offs focused on long-term outcomes.
Environment
fromNature
2 months ago

Exceeding 1.5 C requires rethinking accountability in climate policy

Global temperatures have exceeded 1.5°C, requiring rapid pursuit of net-negative emissions, expanded adaptation, loss-and-damage response, and accountability to prevent further harm.
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