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What is sustainable aviation fuel and why are only 0.1% of flights powered by it?
Flights are huge sources of emissions, but airlines can cut carbon footprints by using sustainable aviation fuel made from plant or animal materials.
Ian Shine
May 31, 2023
Here’s how water, nitrogen and a simple sprayer could revolutionize the production of ammonia
A new ammonia production method could be more sustainable, helping to feed a growing population and fuel industry without compromising the environment.
Andrea Willige
May 31, 2023
Also this week: A new framework helps firms assess biodiversity impact; Typhoon Mawar leaves most of Guam without power; and other top headlines.
Johnny Wood
May 31, 2023
Grow food, not tobacco, WHO says
Tobacco farming takes up arable land that could be used to grow food. It is harmful to the environment while also exposing farmers to nicotine poisoning and debt traps.
United Nations
May 31, 2023
See how US inflation rates have changed since 2020
The inflation rate in the US has been on the rise in recent years, reaching a high of 8.3% in 2022. This chart illustrates the rise of inflation for 2020-23.
Statista
May 31, 2023
5 reasons why empowering women and girls can revolutionise the fight against climate change
In countries vulnerable to climate change, women and girls are disproportionately affected. These interventions can build a gender-equitable, sustainable future.
Vilas Dhar, Tara Chklovski and Yolanda Botti-Lodovico
May 31, 2023
Clean energy investment to hit $1.7 trillion - and other energy stories
Top energy news: Green energy investment booms; G7 outlines plan for the energy transition; Business leaders warning on Europe's green energy growth.
Roberto Bocca
May 30, 2023
Solar-power investment to exceed oil for the first time - IEA
Investment in solar will reach $286 billion this year, according to the International Energy Agency.
Noah Browning
May 30, 2023
UNESCO adds 18 new sites to its global geoparks network
Geoparks are protected areas recognized for their geological heritage and are important for conservation, education and sustainable development. UNESCO just added 18 more.
United Nations
May 30, 2023
5 ways stronger UK supply chains can help reduce rising food costs
The rising cost of food is a growing concern in the UK. But there are ways to reduce the impact of food price inflation and increase food security.
Amir M. Sharif, Kamran Mahroof and Liz Breen
May 30, 2023
Why India has the perfect conditions to make the most of digital technology
With a large talent pool, a digitally motivated population, low costs of living and top research facilities, India has the ingredients for digital success.
Arundhati Bhattacharya
May 30, 2023
The rise of America's debt ceiling - in charts
The US debt ceiling has been raised 78 times since 1960, but recent attempts to increase it have been met with political gridlock, with some seeking reforms.
Dorothy Neufeld and Nick Routley
May 30, 2023
How does the inventor of the metaverse envision its future?
The Global Collaboration Village recently hosted author Neal Stephenson - who coined the term - to share his thoughts about the metaverse
Kelly Ommundsen and Jaci Eisenberg
May 30, 2023
The International Booker Prize 2023 has been won by Bulgarian author Georgi Gospodinov for Time Shelter. The longlist contained books from 12 countries.
Ian Shine
May 30, 2023