The UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) has urged African countries to prioritize green mineral value chains for sustainable industrialization. The call was made by Acting Executive Secretary of the UNECA Antonio Pedro during a panel discussion on “Building a regional battery mineral value chain in Africa” that was held Sunday. Pedro emphasized that in […]
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As the COVID-19 pandemic recedes, global shipping is experiencing a shift in operations. According to the world’s largest shipping association, BIMCO, liner operators increased average sailing speeds by up to 4% during the pandemic to accommodate strong demand and port congestion. In contrast, the first quarter of 2023 saw a 4% year-over-year decrease in average sailing […]
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Greenhouse gas emissions across the United States rose by 6 percent in 2021 following the reopening of the economy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), despite the Biden administration’s aggressive push to cut down emissions. In 2021, net U.S. greenhouse gas emissions were 5,586 million metric […]
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The Department for Economy has missed a target to launch new energy efficiency schemes for homes and businesses. The schemes were due to be launched by the end of 2022 as part of ambitious plans to cut greenhouse gas emissions. The department said after consultation it became clear that a pilot scheme for homes would […]
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Recycling may be the lowest-priority action in the circular economy. But there’s no denying that it is a necessary component in the shift away from the current linear economy. With its recent launch of Circular Services, a recycling and reuse company, it’s clear that Closed Loop Partners (CLP) agrees. The investment firm majority-owns and manages Circular […]
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