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Mattress Industry Prioritizes Source Reduction and Recycling Amidst Evolving Regulations

Mattress Industry Prioritizes Source Reduction and Recycling Amidst Evolving Regulations

Mattress Industry Prioritizes Source Reduction and Recycling Amidst Evolving Regulations
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Brooklyn Museum Undergoes $48 Million Energy-Efficiency Retrofit to Cut Emissions

Brooklyn Museum Undergoes $48 Million Energy-Efficiency Retrofit to Cut Emissions

The Brooklyn Museum is undertaking a $48 million energy-efficiency retrofit of its century-old infrastructure, as part of New York City's broader initiative to make cultural institutions and the city itself more energy-efficient and less reliant on fossil fuels. This project, announced in June by the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), the Brooklyn Museum, and the New York Power Authority, represents the most comprehensive energy initiative the museum has ever pursued. The overhaul, expected to be completed by mid-2027, will combine renewable-energy generation with the modernization of the museum's systems. Key components of the Deep Energy Retrofit program include the installation of solar carport panels, a new building-management system, and upgrades to heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning. The museum's aging steam-generation plant will be replaced with a high-efficiency hot-water system, and electric humidification control will be implemented to regulate gallery conditions. Hard...
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Rep. Steven Horsford Commends Moapa Band of Paiutes' Decade of Solar Energy Success

Rep. Steven Horsford Commends Moapa Band of Paiutes' Decade of Solar Energy Success

U.S. Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev) praised the Moapa Band of Paiutes and Arevon Energy, Inc. for celebrating 10 years of successful solar operations at the Moapa Solar Project. Located in northeastern Clark County, the 344-megawatt facility, which began commercial operations in 2016, was one of the first utility-scale solar installations developed on tribal land in the United States. The anniversary event highlighted the project's environmental and economic contributions over the past decade, including supplying electricity to over 53,000 homes annually and avoiding more than 325,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year. Rep. Horsford emphasized Nevada's leadership in clean, sustainable energy and the effectiveness of partnerships between local governance and industry experts in achieving lasting environmental and economic benefits.
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Manufacturers Face Stricter ESG Regulations, Driving Focus on Scope 3 Emissions for Net Zero Goals

Manufacturers Face Stricter ESG Regulations, Driving Focus on Scope 3 Emissions for Net Zero Goals

Manufacturers Face Stricter ESG Regulations, Driving Focus on Scope 3 Emissions for Net Zero Goals
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Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Materials Lead 2026 Interior Design Trends

Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Materials Lead 2026 Interior Design Trends

Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Materials Lead 2026 Interior Design Trends
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VNG AG Seeks Long-Term Gas Supply Agreements with Azerbaijan, Eyes Renewable Energy Collaboration

VNG AG Seeks Long-Term Gas Supply Agreements with Azerbaijan, Eyes Renewable Energy Collaboration

VNG AG Seeks Long-Term Gas Supply Agreements with Azerbaijan, Eyes Renewable Energy Collaboration
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Brightly Leverages Carbon Credits to Fund U.S. Food Waste Reduction and Insecurity Efforts

Brightly Leverages Carbon Credits to Fund U.S. Food Waste Reduction and Insecurity Efforts

Brightly, an organization founded in 2023, is utilizing the voluntary carbon market (VCM) to provide a new funding source for U.S. nonprofit food rescue organizations. These organizations, including Food Rescue US and Feeding America, work to recover surplus food and redistribute it to those experiencing food insecurity. By preventing edible food from ending up in landfills, they also mitigate methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Brightly developed the first U.S. project registered under Verra’s VM0046 Methodology for Reducing Food Loss and Waste, which quantifies greenhouse gas emission reductions from food waste prevention activities. This methodology allows the avoided methane emissions to be converted into high-integrity carbon credits, which are then sold to generate revenue. This innovative approach provides a more stable and long-term financial engine for food rescue organizations, enabling them to expand their operations, invest in infrastructure, and serve more communities across all 50 sta...
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UNDP Seeks Project Officer in Nairobi to Advance Plastic Pollution and Circular Economy Initiatives

UNDP Seeks Project Officer in Nairobi to Advance Plastic Pollution and Circular Economy Initiatives

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is actively recruiting a Project Officer in Nairobi, Kenya, to bolster its efforts in combating plastic pollution and fostering a circular economy. This position, part of UNDP Kenya’s Nature, Climate and Energy practice area, will support the National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) Secretariat, a multi-stakeholder platform hosted by UNDP Kenya in collaboration with the Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP). The Project Officer will be instrumental in coordinating strategic and operational activities aimed at reducing plastic pollution and accelerating Kenya’s transition towards a circular plastics economy. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing the NPAP National Action Roadmap, coordinating technical partners, building relationships with investment and financing partners, and organizing high-level policy dialogues. The role requires a candidate with experience in coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives involving government, private ...
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Energy Transitions Commission Report Assesses Nuclear Power's Role in Global Energy Transition

Energy Transitions Commission Report Assesses Nuclear Power's Role in Global Energy Transition

A new report from the Energy Transitions Commission (ETC), titled 'The Role of Nuclear in the Energy Transition: Complementary but Limited,' provides a measured assessment of nuclear power's potential. The report suggests that nuclear energy could supply up to 10% of the global electricity supply by 2050, effectively doubling the current 380 GW capacity to 750 GW. This expansion would require an average annual new nuclear capacity growth of 15–25 GW, up from the current 5 GW per year, backed by an annual investment of $200 billion, a significant increase from today's $50 billion. The ETC emphasizes that the economic viability of nuclear expansion varies significantly by country, with some nations, like the UK, potentially benefiting from increased nuclear generation, while others, such as India, find solar resources with batteries to be more cost-effective.
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ADB Integrates Regional Power Systems with Pan-Asia Power Grid Initiative

ADB Integrates Regional Power Systems with Pan-Asia Power Grid Initiative

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is actively pursuing its $50 billion Pan-Asia Power Grid Initiative. This initiative aims to integrate regional power systems across Asia to facilitate the cross-border movement of clean energy. The ADB is addressing bottlenecks in delivering renewable energy, recognizing that while the cost of generating power from solar and wind has significantly decreased, other factors hinder its sustainable delivery. These factors include the high demand for critical minerals like copper, lithium, and rare earths for building renewable energy infrastructure, which leads to intense resource competition and geopolitical tension. Additionally, the initiative acknowledges that sustainable power generation resources are often geographically distant from urban centers where demand is highest, making robust power grids crucial for overcoming this challenge. The ADB's approach involves both financing large-scale grid infrastructure and promoting policy coordination among participating countrie...
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EU Data Center Rating System Poses Challenges for Irish Industry and European Competitiveness

EU Data Center Rating System Poses Challenges for Irish Industry and European Competitiveness

EU Data Center Rating System Poses Challenges for Irish Industry and European Competitiveness
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Climate Pledge Fashion Coalition Advances Sustainable Materials and Supply Chains

Climate Pledge Fashion Coalition Advances Sustainable Materials and Supply Chains

Climate Pledge Fashion Coalition Advances Sustainable Materials and Supply Chains