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Climate Change Impacting 75% of Farmers Globally: Survey Highlights Need for Innovation

The 2024 Farmer Voice survey, conducted by Kynetec for Bayer, reveals that 75% of farmers globally are experiencing the effects of climate change or are concerned about its future impact. Key challenges include reduced crop yields, pest attacks, and financial losses due to extreme weather events. In India, 41% of farmers cite pest attacks as their primary issue, while rising costs of crop protection chemicals and labour shortages add further stress. Despite these hurdles, 80% of Indian farmers are willing to adopt new technologies, though high costs pose barriers. Regenerative agriculture is also gaining traction, with 80% of Indian farmers employing soil-health-focused practices, though awareness of the term remains limited. The survey underscores the need for increased innovation and collaboration between farmers, businesses, and society to build resilient, sustainable farming systems that can withstand the growing impacts of climate change.

Schneider Electric Launches Innovative Building Decarbonization Calculator for Energy Efficiency and Emissions Reduction

Schneider Electric has launched its Building Decarbonization Calculator, a digital tool aimed at helping building owners and operators reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. The tool enables users to explore energy and carbon conservation measures (ECCMs), with recommendations tailored to comply with global decarbonization regulations, such as New York City’s Local Law 97 and the European Union’s net-zero carbon requirements by 2030. Built on data from 500,000 building performance models, the system prioritizes retrofit plans based on both carbon impact and financial return on investment (ROI), making it easier to plan for energy savings and regulatory compliance. A case study in Boston demonstrated potential energy savings of $3.7 million and $1 million in avoided fines, with a seven-year ROI. Developed in partnership with JLL and C.scale, the calculator supports sectors like retail, hospitality, and healthcare, offering scalable, customized decarbonization pathways.

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Volvo Launches Heavy-Duty Electric Truck with a 600 km Range

Microsoft and EDP Broaden Solar Energy Partnership in Singapore