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March 16, 2021

Carbon emissions fell worldwide by 6,4% in 2020

CO2 emissions decreased in all countries hit by COVID-19. The United States had the highest fall with a decline of 12.9%, followed by India (- 8%) and Europe (-7.7%). The worldwide dip of 6.4% occurred only because many parts of the world came to a forced standstill. So other actions are needed to cut emissions.

Batteries are crucial for the climate plan of Joe Biden

Joe Biden’s dream is to have a green electric grid by 2035, with batteries backing up vast fields of solar panels and wind turbines and other carbon-free wind sources. It will only be possible to switch to carbon-free cars and power grids if there’s a huge expansion in storage capacity for electricity.

5 amazing technologies that can prevent a global water crisis

Water scarcity is among the top five global risks affecting people’s wellbeing. Traditional sources such as rainfall and groundwater are already being affected by climate change. In fact, supplies are shrinking as demand is growing. Technological innovations are needed to prevent a global water crisis.

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Source: The Conversation

Climate

March 5, 2021

How to avoid a climate disaster according to Bill Gates

There are two numbers to remember: 51 billion and 0. The first number refers to the number of tons of greenhouse gases added to the atmosphere each year. The second number refers to the level we have to reach: zero emissions by 2050. Innovation is key to achieving this major turnaround.

The circular economy can be reached by 3 strategic shifts

With approximately $57 billion of global electronic waste being generated every year, it’s time to drop current wasteful and polluting models. Instead, we need innovative regenerative strategies. This transformation is possible, but requires the scaling up of circular economy solutions.

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Source: World Economic Forum

Climate

February 24, 2021

Carbon capture is vital to achieving the climate goals

Carbon capture and storage is the only way to prevent power plants and factories from continuing to pour emissions into the atmosphere. Carbon capture and storage involves the extraction of emissions, condensing them and then pumping the resulting carbon dioxide into underground stores.