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Baloch Activist Calls on UN to Address Human Rights Violations in Balochistan
Baloch activist Manzoor Baloch addressed the UNHRC’s 58th session, urging the council to take immediate action against human rights violations in Balochistan. He called for the UNHCR to recognize Baloch refugees and conduct a mission to assess the crisis, citing widespread oppression, forced disappearances, and lack of humanitarian support.
30 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Google Strikes 10-Year Wind Energy Deal with Exus Renewables to Power Spanish Operations
Google has signed a 10-year PPA with Exus Renewables, securing 35MW of wind energy for its Spanish operations. The deal supports Google’s 24/7 carbon-free energy goal by 2030 and contributes to Spain’s renewable energy transition.
30 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Persefoni Secures $23 Million to Expand AI-Driven Carbon Accounting Solutions
Persefoni has raised $23M in a Series C funding round, bringing its total capital to $179M. The company is expanding its AI-driven carbon accounting solutions, with new climate risk management and reporting tools expected in 2025.
30 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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SEC Abandons Defense of Climate Disclosure Rules, Leaving Future Uncertain
The SEC has withdrawn its defense of climate disclosure rules, effectively abandoning its push for mandatory corporate climate risk reporting. The decision follows a change in leadership and mounting legal opposition, despite strong investor demand for transparency on climate-related financial risks.
30 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Public Parks May Be Hotspots for Parasitic Infections, Study Warns
A study from Trinity College Dublin reveals that public parks—especially entrances and playgrounds—harbor high levels of parasitic roundworm eggs. The findings highlight the need for better pet waste management, improved park design, and increased public awareness to reduce infection risks.
30 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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IKEA Australia Slashes Climate Footprint by 89% While Growing Revenue by 68%
IKEA Australia has cut its operational climate footprint by 89% since FY16 while growing revenue by 68%. Key milestones include 100% renewable electricity, a 37% reduction in food waste, and a $4.5 million investment in EV infrastructure. The company has also hired refugees, supported domestic violence survivors, and reduced its gender pay gap to 3.5%, proving that sustainability and business success can go hand in hand.
28 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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UK Unveils World’s First Nature Finance Standard to Boost Green Investment
The UK has introduced the world’s first Nature Finance Standard (BSI Flex 701) to enhance credibility and transparency in nature-based investments. Backed by government agencies and environmental leaders, this standard aims to combat greenwashing, support high-integrity nature markets, and drive economic growth through sustainable investments. The Green Finance Institute warns that failing to account for nature risks could shrink GDP by 6%, making structured green finance more critical than ever.
28 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Pentagreen and BII Unveil $80M Financing to Accelerate Clean Energy in Southeast Asia
Pentagreen Capital and BII have launched an $80 million financing facility to accelerate solar and battery storage projects in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines and Indonesia. The initiative will support $300 million worth of renewable energy projects, reducing 257,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. This investment underscores the growing role of climate finance in driving sustainable infrastructure across emerging markets.
28 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Human Rights Violations in Bangladesh: Key Concerns Raised at UN Side Event
At a UN Human Rights Council side event, experts and activists highlighted growing human rights violations in Bangladesh, including religious persecution, extrajudicial killings, military repression, and media suppression. Investigative journalist Sahar Zand shared chilling firsthand accounts of violent attacks on minority communities, while former MP Paul Bistrow warned that Bangladesh's social progress is at risk unless human rights conditions improve. The panelists called for global action to defend democracy and hold perpetrators accountable.
28 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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The Great Dulling: How Marine Life Became Strangely Uniform After Earth’s Worst Extinction
After the end-Permian mass extinction wiped out over 80% of marine species, ocean life became unexpectedly homogeneous worldwide—a period scientists call the Great Dulling. A new Stanford University study reveals that this strange uniformity wasn’t due to missing predators but rather global environmental changes like rising temperatures and lower oxygen levels. This research not only explains an ancient mystery but also offers insights into today’s climate-driven biodiversity crisis.
28 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Kimberly-Clark to Achieve 100% Renewable Energy at Kleenex Factory by 2029
Kimberly-Clark’s Kleenex manufacturing site in Germany is set to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2029, cutting 50,000 tons of carbon emissions per year. The move supports the company’s 50% emissions reduction goal by 2030 and will be backed by electrification, renewable PPAs, and government incentives.
26 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Airbus Reconfirms Commitment to Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft, Chooses Fuel Cell Technology
Airbus has reaffirmed its commitment to hydrogen-powered aviation, selecting fuel cell technology for its zero-emission aircraft. The company now focuses on developing storage, distribution, and regulatory frameworks to bring hydrogen aircraft to commercial reality.
26 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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