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Looking to COP28: How Israeli climate tech can help meet UN SDGs

Looking to COP28 in Dubai, Israel's thriving climate tech ecosystem is well-positioned to play a key role in developing solutions to tackle the crisis.

The EU unveils plans to boost its shift to green energy: Here's what you need to know about the global energy transition this week

Top energy news: EU unveils plans to boost its green energy transition; East Asia to continue leading on wind power; VW to invest $191 billion in EVs.

How to fill the sustainability gap in emerging markets and why it matters

Sustainability is key to long-term growth and value creation and companies in emerging markets need to act as it increasingly shapes global competition.

8 ways the circular economy will transform how business is done

The benefits of a circular economy above a linear or traditional business model include better customer support, lower costs, greater resilience and more.

Factbox: Why is Cyclone Freddy a record-breaking storm?

As oceans become warmer, heat energy from the water's surface is fuelling stronger storms. Tropical Cyclone Freddy is the latest to hit Southern Africa.

Using AI to search the web – here's what you need to know

While these systems offer personable, custom answers combined with the breadth and depth of knowledge on the internet, experts warn there are downsides.

Here's why your biological age is a better health indicator than your actual age

Biological age is a measure of physical and functional health arising from a mix of genetic traits and lifestyle factors like stress, diet and exercise.

Europe's last 'wild river' is now a protected national park

The Vjosa River is now a national park following campaigns by environmentalists. It is home to 1,000 species, including the endangered European eel.

Here's what wind power generation looks like in the US

Texas is the US state with the most wind power generation, with enough to power 12.2 million homes. Non-coastal states are building more than coastal ones.

Here's how Americans think AI will help the world

Around 78% of people in the US think AI could have an impact on whether robots end up carrying out medical surgery, a Pew Research Center survey shows.

Which countries' students are getting most involved in STEM?

Students in Malaysia and Tunisia are among the most likely to graduate in a STEM field, UNESCO data show. Western Europe and the US have lower numbers.

Here's how central banks have used gold in the last 30 years

Gold plays an important role in the financial reserves of numerous nations. In 2022, central banks bought gold at the fastest pace since 1967.