Green Matters February 2025


 1. World Wetlands Day 2025 Highlights Urgent Conservation Efforts

Summary: On February 2, 2025, the global community observed World Wetlands Day under the theme "Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future." The day emphasized the critical role wetlands play in biodiversity, climate regulation, and water purification, urging immediate action to conserve these vital ecosystems.

naturenews.africa

 #WorldWetlandsDay #WetlandConservation #Biodiversity #ClimateAction #GreenMatters #greencrate

2. Sanlam Investments Sponsors Africa’s Green Economy Summit

Summary: Sanlam Investments has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable development by returning as the title sponsor for Africa’s Green Economy Summit, scheduled from February 19 to 21, 2025, in Cape Town. The summit aims to connect global investors with African projects to accelerate the continent's transition to a green economy.

greeneconomy.media

#GreenEconomy #SustainableInvestment #Africa #ClimateResilience #GreenMatters #greencrate

3. EU to Release Simplified Sustainability Reporting Law

Summary: The European Union is set to unveil a streamlined sustainability reporting law in February 2025. This initiative aims to reduce the regulatory burden on businesses while maintaining transparency and accountability in environmental practices.

forbes.com

#SustainabilityReporting #EU #CorporateResponsibility #EnvironmentalRegulations #GreenMatters #greencrate

4. Green Hydrogen Summit at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

Summary: The Green Hydrogen Summit, a key event of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025, convened global industry leaders to accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen across various sectors. Discussions focused on overcoming challenges and exploring innovative solutions to advance this vital industry.

theprint.in

 #GreenHydrogen #Sustainability #AbuDhabi #RenewableEnergy #GreenMatters #greencrate

5. Republic of Korea to Host World Environment Day 2025

Summary: The Republic of Korea will host World Environment Day on June 5, 2025, focusing on ending plastic pollution globally. The event aims to raise awareness and unite governments, businesses, and civil society in addressing this critical issue.

unep.org

#WorldEnvironmentDay #PlasticPollution #Korea #EnvironmentalAwareness #GreenMatters #greencrate

6. Berlin Fashion Week Emphasizes Sustainability

Summary: Berlin Fashion Week concluded with a notable focus on sustainability. The Fashion Council Germany introduced sustainability criteria for designers, set to be fully implemented by 2026, encouraging responsible practices within the industry.

voguebusiness.com

#BerlinFashionWeek #SustainableFashion #EcoFriendly #FashionCouncilGermany #GreenMatters #greencrate

7. Aldi Ireland Enhances Deposit Return Scheme

Summary: Aldi Ireland has introduced a new Deposit Return Scheme Savings Card, allowing customers to load funds from returned bottles and cans. Since its launch, Aldi has reached nearly 200 million returns, significantly exceeding initial recycling targets.

thesun.ie

 #AldiIreland #DepositReturnScheme #Recycling #Sustainability #GreenMatters #greencrate

8. Global Heat Record Set Despite La Niña Conditions

Summary: January 2025 marked another global heat record, with temperatures 0.09 degrees Celsius higher than the previous record set in January 2024. This occurred despite the cooling effect of La Niña, indicating the ongoing impact of climate change.

apnews.com

 #ClimateChange #GlobalWarming #LaNiña #TemperatureRecord #GreenMatters #greencrate

9. Barclays Announces New Sustainability Leadership

Summary: Barclays' head of sustainability, Laura Barlow, has stepped down, with Daniel Hanna succeeding her as the group head of sustainable and transition finance. This leadership change comes amid increased scrutiny of banks' climate efforts.

reuters.com

#Barclays #SustainabilityLeadership #ClimateFinance #ESG #GreenMatters #greencrate

10. Severe Weather Events Impact Australia

Summary: The Bureau of Meteorology has warned of life-threatening flash floods in Queensland and severe storms in northeast Victoria. North Queensland is preparing for additional monsoonal rains, with the possibility of a tropical cyclone developing in the Coral Sea.

theguardian.com

#Australia #FlashFloods #SevereWeather #ClimateChange #GreenMatters #greencrate


11. Fashion Futures Dubai Focuses on Sustainable Innovation

Summary: Vogue Business, in collaboration with Dubai Design District, hosted Fashion Futures Dubai on February 6, 2025. The event centered on the intersection of fashion, retail, innovation, and investment, with discussions on elevating sustainability through culturally relevant approaches.

voguebusiness.com

#FashionFuturesDubai #SustainableFashion #Innovation #DubaiDesignDistrict #GreenMatters #greencrate

12. Oil Spill Cleanup Progresses in Tasmania

Summary: Following a significant oil spill into Lake Rosebery, the Tullah Water Treatment Plant has reopened after tests confirmed no contamination. Cleanup efforts continue, with portions of the shoreline cleaned and contaminated waste removed.

heraldsun.com.au

#Tasmania #OilSpill #EnvironmentalCleanup #WaterQuality #GreenMatters #greencrate

13. Climate Activists Plan Increased Actions in Response to Policy Changes

Summary: In response to recent policy shifts favoring fossil fuel production, climate activists are preparing to adopt more disruptive methods to draw attention to the climate crisis. Organizations are planning rallies, sit-ins, and other actions to protest against these policies.

teenvogue.com

#ClimateActivism #FossilFuels #EnvironmentalPolicy #Protest #GreenMatters #greencrate

14. 22 States Sue New York Over Climate Superfund Law

Summary: On February 6, 2025, twenty-two states filed a lawsuit against New York, challenging its Climate Change Superfund Act. The law mandates major fossil fuel companies to pay $75 billion over 25 years to address climate change damages. The plaintiffs argue that the law is unconstitutional and could lead to a national energy crisis.

apnews.com

#ClimateLaw #FossilFuels #EnvironmentalPolicy #GreenMatters #greencrate

15. Green Campaigners Concerned Over Potential Drax Subsidy Renewal

Summary: Environmental advocates express apprehension that UK ministers may renew subsidies for the Drax power station, which currently burns wood to produce about 8% of the UK's "green" power. Studies suggest that wood burning may harm the environment due to forest destruction and immediate CO₂ release.

theguardian.com

#DraxPowerStation #RenewableEnergy #EnvironmentalImpact #GreenMatters #greencrate

16. Rethinking Energy Demand to Foster Sustainable Development

Summary: A study published on February 6, 2025, by the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis highlights that a combination of policy measures, including technological solutions and behavioral changes, can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from energy use in buildings and transport.

sciencedaily.com

#EnergyEfficiency #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction #GreenMatters #greencrate

17. EPA Releases Third Triennial Report on Biofuels and the Environment

Summary: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the availability of its "Biofuels and the Environment: Third Triennial Report to Congress" on January 21, 2025. The report evaluates the environmental impacts of biofuels and reinforces conclusions from previous reports.

natlawreview.com

#Biofuels #EPA #EnvironmentalImpact #GreenMatters #greencrate

18. EarthX Announces EarthX2025 Conference

Summary: EarthX has announced EarthX2025, one of the world's largest environmental conferences, scheduled to take place in April 2025. The conference will showcase cutting-edge environmental solutions and sustainable investment opportunities.

finance.yahoo.com

#EarthX2025 #EnvironmentalConference #Sustainability #GreenMatters #greencrate

19. UN Climate Chief Reflects on Paris Agreement's Decade

Summary: On February 6, 2025, UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell delivered a speech at Brazil's diplomatic academy, providing an update on global climate action a decade after the Paris Agreement. He outlined policy priorities for the upcoming COP30 in the Amazon region.

unfccc.int

#ParisAgreement #ClimateAction #COP30 #GreenMatters #greencrate

20. Scottish Water Warns of Significant Shortages by 2050

Summary: Scottish Water has cautioned that due to climate change, the region could face a water deficit of up to 240 million liters per day by 2050. The company plans a £50 billion investment to maintain the water system and encourages changes in consumption habits.

thetimes.co.uk

#ScottishWater #ClimateChange #WaterConservation #GreenMatters #greencrate

21. Duke of Westminster Conducts Comprehensive Environmental Survey

Summary: The Duke of Westminster is undertaking an extensive environmental survey using laser-mounted planes over his estates in England and the Highlands. The project aims to create 3D models to measure biodiversity and soil quality, guiding land-use decisions to support climate action.

thetimes.co.uk

#EnvironmentalSurvey #Biodiversity #ClimateAction #GreenMatters #greencrate

22. January 2025: Hottest January on Record

Summary: January 2025 has been recorded as the hottest January ever, with global surface air temperatures averaging 13.23°C, 1.75°C above pre-industrial levels. This alarming trend persists despite the cooling effects of La Niña, underscoring the accelerating impact of climate change.

ft.com

 #ClimateChange #GlobalWarming #TemperatureRecord #GreenMatters #greencrate

23. EU Faces Pressure to Curb Green Agenda in Response to US Policies

Summary: Businesses and national governments are urging the European Union to reduce its sustainability agenda, citing concerns that deregulation in the US under President Trump is impacting the EU's competitiveness. Discussions include simplifying sustainability reporting and adjusting regulatory frameworks.

ft.com

#EU #SustainabilityPolicy #USPolitics #GreenMatters #greencrate

24. Climate Change Target of 2°C Deemed Unattainable

Summary: Renowned climate scientist Prof. James Hansen has declared the international 2°C climate change target "dead," citing underestimated global heating. His analysis predicts global temperatures reaching 2°C by 2045 unless countered by significant interventions.

theguardian.com

#ClimateChange #GlobalWarming #ClimateTargets #GreenMatters #greencrate

25. WHO Europe to Host Event on Climate Change and Health

Summary: The World Health Organization's European Region will host an event titled "Climate Change and Health: Shaping a Resilient Future" on February 28, 2025. The event aims to address the health impacts of climate change and discuss strategies for building resilience.

who.int

#WHO #ClimateChange #PublicHealth #GreenMatters #greencrate







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