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DNV Report: Carbon Capture Investment to Hit $80B as CCS Enters Critical Growth Phase
June 13th, 2025 • DNV’s latest report forecasts USD 80 billion in CCS investments by 2030, with capacity set to quadruple. While vital for decarbonizing heavy industry, CCS deployment still falls short of climate targets. DNV urges urgent policy and industry action to scale both carbon capture and removal technologies to meet net zero goals.
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Cleantech Investment Faces Steep Decline in 2025
June 12th, 2025 • Cleantech investment is declining sharply in 2025, with only $8.7B invested so far—a 46% drop from 2024. Early-stage funding has been hit hardest, though some startups, like Base Power and Helion Energy, secured major rounds. Despite the downturn, rising energy demand and climate pressures may drive future growth in the sector.
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Arcadis Report Reveals Hurdles to Achieving UK Government’s Net Zero Housing Goals
June 11th, 2025 • Arcadis urges coordinated government and industry action to meet the 2025 Future Homes Standard. Its report outlines rising costs, skills shortages, and energy policy challenges, recommending reforms to pricing, technology use, and green finance to support affordable, sustainable housing delivery and achieve the UK’s zero carbon housing goals.
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New Government Scheme to Help UK Hospitality Businesses Cut Energy Bills
June 10th, 2025 • A new UK government trial will provide 600+ hospitality businesses with free energy efficiency assessments, aiming to cut £3 million in costs while reducing emissions. The scheme offers practical upgrades like LED lighting and insulation, helping pubs, restaurants and hotels save energy and boost sustainability amid rising operational expenses.
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China’s Rare Earth Minerals Export Curbs Threaten Global Auto Production
June 10th, 2025 • China’s new restrictions on rare earth magnet exports are disrupting global auto supply chains. As essential components for EVs and countless other vehicle systems become scarce, automakers are scrambling to respond.
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Bain Teams Up with Terralytiq to Tackle Scope 3 Emissions with AI
June 9th, 2025 • Bain & Company has partnered with climate tech firm Terralytiq to accelerate supply chain decarbonization. The collaboration will leverage AI-powered tools to reduce Scope 3 emissions, automate data collection, and deliver strategic insights. It aims to help businesses cut emissions while identifying cost savings and commercial opportunities.
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New Carbon Leadership Programme to Help Local Authorities in England Cut Road Emissions
June 6th, 2025 • ADEPT, in partnership with Proving Services and supported by the DfT, has launched the Carbon Leadership Programme to help local highway authorities measure and reduce carbon emissions from road maintenance. The initiative includes assessment tools, promotes knowledge sharing, and supports England's transition to sustainable, low-carbon infrastructure management.
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DoubleVerify and Impact Plus Team Up to Cut Carbon Emissions in Digital Advertising
June 5th, 2025 • DoubleVerify has partnered with Impact Plus to launch a new emissions measurement tool that helps brands monitor and reduce the carbon footprint of digital ad campaigns. The integration offers data-driven insights, enabling sustainable media planning without sacrificing performance, and supports eco-conscious advertising strategies through advanced AI optimization.
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Japan Commits $415 Million to Boost Green-Tech Startups
June 4th, 2025 • Japan’s Environment Ministry is investing ¥60 billion ($415 million) to support domestic climate-tech startups through a government-backed fund. The initiative aims to promote innovation, encourage public-private collaboration, and position the government as a key consumer of green technologies, while also targeting overseas expansion and greater startup presence in clean energy.
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Esko and CarbonQuota Launch Automated Carbon Footprint Tool for Packaging Industry
June 4th, 2025 • Esko has partnered with CarbonQuota to launch an automated carbon footprint tool on its S2 platform, enabling packaging companies to measure and reduce emissions. The integration simplifies sustainability compliance and supports eco-friendly packaging development, addressing growing regulatory demands and consumer expectations across the global supply chain.
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Global Green Tech Market Set to Surge Past $18 Billion, Driven by Digital Innovation and Climate Policy
June 3rd, 2025 • The global green technology market, valued at $18.77 billion in 2023, is projected to grow over 23% annually through 2032. Driven by digital innovations, climate policies, and rising sustainability goals, the sector faces challenges like high costs and skills shortages but continues expanding across regions with strong regulatory and investment support.
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112 Cities and 2 U.S. States Recognized on CDP’s 2024 Environmental A List
June 3rd, 2025 • CDP’s 2024 A List includes 112 cities and, for the first time, two U.S. states (California and Colorado) for top environmental transparency and leadership. With 15% of scored cities achieving an A grade, the list reflects growing global momentum in local climate action amid escalating climate risks and increasing demand for accountability.