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AI-Driven Circular Economy Performance in Chinese Electronics Manufacturing: Understanding the Moderating Role of Green Innovation Capability

As environmental pressures and digitalization continue to shape the global economy, China's electronics manufacturing industry, responsible for over 20% of global e-waste, is undergoing a significant transformation to adopt a circular economy (CE). A recent study, supported by the National Office of Philosophy and Social Sciences, investigated the

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West Africa's Major Energy Stakeholders to Lead on Clean Energy Conversation

The West Africa Energy Cooperation Summit (WAECS) is set to bring together regional government leaders, investors, and industry partners to showcase investment opportunities and regional energy integration developments in West Africa. The Summit, to be held in Accra from 2-3 December 2025, aims to mobilise finance and support deeper collaboration

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Breakthrough in Sustainable Water Purification: All-Cellulose Solar Evaporators

Scientists at Chungnam National University in South Korea have made a significant discovery in the field of sustainable water purification, developing an all-cellulose interfacial solar evaporator system that demonstrates outstanding performance with solar-to-vapor energy conversion efficiencies up to 95% and evaporation rates of 15 kg·m·h under high-intensity simulated

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Demand Response: A Strategic Pillar of the Green Economy

As the world transitions to a greener future, shifting energy habits and thinking are essential to achieving a sustainable and resilient energy future. Entrepreneur and analyst Stanislav Kondrashov sheds light on the crucial role of demand response, a strategy that adapts electricity demand in real-time to maintain grid balance and

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Scotland's Largest Sculpture to Break Ground in March

Work on the Star of Caledonia, designed by artist and engineer Cecil Balmond, is set to begin in March. The £12 million project, located near Gretna Green on the Scotland-England border, aims to establish a powerful symbol of national identity and innovation. The sculpture, expected to open in spring 2027,

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Behind the Steak: China's Meat Demand Fuels Deforestation in Brazil

China's growing appetite for meat and other animal proteins has significantly increased its reliance on Brazilian agricultural resources, leading to substantial effects on land use, water resources, and deforestation. A recent study published in Nature Food examined the intricate connections between China's protein consumption and Brazil&

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Hyundai Motor Group Collaborates with Singapore's Economic Development Board for Hydrogen Technology Development

Hyundai Motor Group has announced a collaboration with Singapore's Economic Development Board (EDB) to develop hydrogen-focused low-carbon technologies, marking a significant step towards establishing a hydrogen ecosystem in the city-state and beyond. The partnership is in line with Singapore's commitment to developing a low-carbon economy and

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Scotland's Wind Energy Revolution Sparks Fears of "Exploitation"

Scotland is on track to produce nearly three-quarters of Britain's onshore wind power within five years, with critics warning that the country is facing a new era of exploitation, reminiscent of the North Sea oil boom of the 1970s and 80s. The National Energy System Operator (NESO) has

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Scotland's Wind Power Boom Sparks Fears of Energy Exploitation

Scotland is set to produce nearly three quarters of Britain's onshore wind power in five years, according to a new roadmap from the UK Government-owned energy management company NESO. This has sparked concerns that the country is being exploited for its natural resources, reminiscent of the North Sea

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Foulath Holding and Yellow Door Energy Announce Groundbreaking Sustainability Initiative

Foulath Holding, an industrial holding company with major steel investments, has partnered with Yellow Door Energy to develop a massive 123-Megawatt-Peak (MWp) solar project, marking the world's largest single-site rooftop solar power plant. The project includes the construction of a 50 MWp rooftop solar power plant with 77,

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Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation Sets Ambitious Goal for Sustainable Urban Growth

The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has been actively working towards sustainable urban growth by harnessing renewable energy. The corporation has made significant strides in energy self-reliance by installing rooftop solar systems across 86 civic locations, generating 3 MW of electricity per hour. This initiative has not only resulted in

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Solar and Wind Power Dominate US Electrical Generating Capacity Additions

Solar and wind energy sources combined accounted for 88% of new US electrical generating capacity added in the first eight months of 2025, with solar energy providing two-thirds of the new capacity in August. This marks the second consecutive year that solar has led among all energy sources. Solar and

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