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New Study Warns Carbon Removal Plans Could Threaten Biodiversity Hotspots

Large-scale carbon dioxide removal could encroach on 13 % of biodiversity priority areas, emphasizing the need for integrated climate and conservation planning.

By Dr. Noopur Jain 20 Feb 2026

Green Hydrogen to Command 88.6 % Share of Low-Carbon Production By 2030, Reveals GlobalData

Low-carbon hydrogen production grew slowly for years and was largely flat until recently. However, the trend has changed in the past couple of years, with production increasing to 0.84 million tons per annum (mtpa) in 2024.

19 Feb 2026

The James Hutton Institute Launches First Public Fundraising Campaign to Accelerate Climate and Environmental Research

The James Hutton Institute has announced the launch of Hutton Unearthed, its first public-facing fundraising campaign aimed at accelerating research into climate resilience, sustainable farming, biodiversity recovery and environmental justice.

18 Feb 2026

Low Energy Kelp Provides Crop Yield Benefits with Breakthrough Results

An ambitious project aimed at optimizing low-energy processing of cultivated kelp to create a liquid biostimulant and animal feed supplement is closer to commercialization after exceeding its initial targets in controlled field trials.

18 Feb 2026

Seaweed Farming Could Remove Millions of Tons of CO₂ Each Year, Study Finds

Seaweed farming enhances carbon sequestration by boosting sedimentary alkalinity, offering a nature-based solution for climate mitigation and ecological health.

By Muhammad Osama 17 Feb 2026

Energy-Saving 5G Features Could Cut Carbon Emissions Across the UK Economy

An optimal combination of energy-efficient 5G network features – including AI systems that let mobile mast and antenna base stations go into sleep mode when usage is low, and phones that avoid unnecessary background network checks – could help cut indirect carbon emissions across the UK economy by around 25 million tons of CO2, suggests new research from the University of Surrey.

17 Feb 2026

Octopus Energy Generation Invests $1 bn in Cutting-Edge Californian Clean Tech to Boost UK Growth

Octopus Energy Generation, one of Europe’s leading investors in renewable energy, is injecting nearly $1 billion in California’s next-gen tech scene – deepening its foothold in one of the world’s most advanced clean energy markets.

From Octopus Energy Ltd 17 Feb 2026

Schneider Electric Launches EVlink Pro DC 720: High-Power EV Charging for All Road Users

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has introduced EVlink Pro DC 720, a next generation electric vehicle (EV) charging solution designed for commercial and industrial sites, public charging hubs, and fleet operators.

From Schneider Electric 16 Feb 2026

New EU Rules to Stop the Destruction of Unsold Clothes and Shoes

The European Commission has adopted new measures under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) to prevent the destruction of unsold apparel, clothing, accessories and footwear.

12 Feb 2026

Sunlight-Activated Biochar Supercharges Silver Cleanup, Delivering 19-Fold Efficiency Gain

This study reveals how engineered biochar and artificial humic substances enhance photochemical processes, offering new solutions for environmental remediation.

By Dr. Noopur Jain 12 Feb 2026

BEClimate Launches BEXchange to Accelerate Decarbonization of the Built Environment

BEClimate today announced the launch of BEXchange, a carbon marketplace purpose-built for the built environment, developed in partnership with Emsurge and integrated with Emsurge Open Markets.

From BEClimate 11 Feb 2026

Naked Energy Announces New Ground-Mount Solar Thermal Technology and Expands into Germany

Naked Energy announces VirtuMAX, a new ground-mount solar thermal technology designed to deliver high-performance renewable heat for industrial-scale projects.

From Naked Energy Ltd. 11 Feb 2026

Study Finds Increase in Toxic Pesticides in Agriculture

The rise in Total Applied Toxicity from pesticides underscores urgent ecological risks. Coordinated action is essential to meet biodiversity goals by 2030.

By Muhammad Osama 10 Feb 2026

New Sustainability Grants Power Green Outcomes in NSW Communities

Community organizations and not-for-profit groups focused on delivering environmental initiatives are encouraged to apply for new funding from Transgrid to support their important work.

10 Feb 2026

Anti-Insect and Anti-Rodent Plastic Technology is Essential to Farmers and Growers

Many farmers and growers depend on irrigation pipes/drip tape to manage the feeding and watering of crops, but these lifelines are under attack from insects and rodents.

From Symphony Environmental Technologies Plc. 10 Feb 2026