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The U.S. Green Building Council has announced its 2026 LEED for Cities cohort, bringing together 17 local governments across the United States to advance sustainable urban development, resilience and quality of life. The initiative supports municipalities in pursuing certification under…

A new edition of the Circularity Gap Report 2026, published by Circle Economy in partnership with Deloitte Netherlands, highlights the масштаб of economic losses linked to today’s “take-make-waste” model. According to the analysis, the global economy loses an estimated €25.4…

A new report by Ember shows that 2025 marked a turning point for the global energy system, with clean electricity sources meeting all growth in global power demand and effectively halting the expansion of fossil-based generation. According to Ember’s latest…

The latest edition of the World Inequality Report 2026 has been released, reinforcing concerns that inequality is no longer a standalone social issue but a systemic challenge affecting multiple dimensions of sustainable development. The report shows that wealth remains highly…

April 26 is observed globally as World Renewable Energy Day, highlighting the growing role of clean energy in shaping a low-carbon future. The date also marks the anniversary of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster, a reminder of the long-term risks linked…

China’s rapid shift toward smart living and its leadership in electric vehicles (EVs) are reshaping the global automotive industry. With strong growth in EV manufacturing, intelligent driving, and software-defined vehicles, China has become a key innovation hub rather than just…

From April 22 to 24, 2026, Astana hosts the Regional Environmental Summit 2026 . The event is organized by the government of Kazakhstan in cooperation with international partners and brings together experts, national leaders, and representatives of global organizations under…

Siemens and Vulcan Energy have partnered to advance Europe’s first fully integrated lithium and renewable energy project, signing a framework agreement for the Lionheart project in Germany’s Upper Rhine Valley. The companies also signed a Memorandum of Understanding that makes…

Berlin has long embraced its rough, chaotic charm without seeking outside approval, but one issue has become harder to ignore: litter. As tourism continues to grow, so does the strain on the city’s cleanliness. In response, a new initiative called…

Smart cities are rapidly transforming urban life through the integration of IoT, AI, and 5G technologies, aiming to improve sustainability, efficiency, and quality of life. With the global smart city market projected to reach $301 billion by 2032, cities are…