On 31 October 2025, World Cities will conclude Urban October with a global celebration of World Cities Day dedicated to people-centred smart cities. This year’s theme highlights how data, artificial intelligence, and digital innovation can help shape urban spaces that…
Banks are under growing pressure to make climate stress-testing a core part of their risk management. According to UNEP FI, these tests differ from traditional ones: they span decades and assess both physical and transition risks. The organization highlights four…
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have introduced a novel construction method that combines traditional rammed earth with carbon fibre-reinforced polymer (CFRP), marking a potential shift in sustainable architecture. The team has managed to significantly enhance the structural performance of rammed…
Microsoft has announced an investment in Fortera, a California-based startup specializing in low-carbon cement, aiming to tackle the significant carbon footprint of data center construction.Fortera’s innovative “ReCarb” technology captures waste CO₂ to produce cement with up to 70% lower emissions…
A recent international review has revealed a significant link between air pollution and increased frailty among middle-aged and older adults. The study, encompassing data from 11 countries—including the UK, China, Sweden, South Africa, and Mexico—found that exposure to outdoor particle…
Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) is facing a pivotal moment in its energy trajectory, according to a new report from the Clean Air Task Force (CATF). Russia’s war in Ukraine has exposed the region’s heavy reliance on Russian fossil fuels…
A new global study has uncovered a striking disconnect between politicians and the public on climate action — one that could be slowing down progress in tackling the climate crisis.Researchers found that decision-makers believe citizens are far less willing to…
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources has unveiled an ambitious pilot to build 100 autonomous “green” villages nationwide. Though exact timelines remain tentative, active construction may begin as early as next year, with new settlements planned across all regions.Each…
The fusion of sculpture and sustainability is reshaping city skylines.They rise like futuristic oaks in concrete jungles—sleek, elegant, and quietly powerful. Solar trees, with their sun-catching “leaves” and battery “trunks,” are redefining how renewable energy can look and feel in…