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Switzerland-based Liebherr has expanded its combustion engine portfolio to include a new D9612 diesel engine, a hydrogen engine, and a concept for an ammonia engine. These developments were showcased at Bauma 2025, highlighting Liebherr’s commitment to sustainable powertrain solutions. The D9612 engine is designed for off-road applications, offering high efficiency and reduced emissions. Liebherr’s hydrogen engine, equipped with port-fuel injection, and the ammonia engine concept, aim to provide low-emission solutions for future powertrains.

Stanford University researchers have quantified the contributions of climate change and adaptation to mortality during the August 2003 heat wave in France. Their study found that 6,038 deaths were attributable to climate change, which is ten times higher than previous estimates. Additionally, they showed that adaptation measures implemented in response to the event have reduced projected future mortality by more than 80%.

India and Sri Lanka strengthened their collaboration in mineral exploration and mining, focusing on critical minerals essential for both nations’ growth. Discussions included exploration opportunities in Sri Lanka’s graphite and beach sand resources, vital for clean energy and advanced battery technologies. India’s National Critical Mineral Mission is aimed at securing essential raw materials like lithium, graphite, nickel, cobalt, and copper to meet the country’s renewable energy targets. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in geology and mineral resources was discussed to enhance capability, exploration, and processing.

Taiwan’s Environmental Ministry launched a $10 billion Green Growth Fund to support investments in green industries and achieve net-zero transformation by 2050. The ministry announced the enhancement of investment strategies for green growth and has initiated a tender process for fund management. The plan includes setting up a specialized office to facilitate investment matchmaking and professional guidance, which is expected to be announced by the end of February.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced a $70 billion investment by Vale in expanding iron and copper mining in Carajás, to take place between 2025 and 2030. Lula emphasized the need for strategies for energy transition and green production, aiming to boost the country’s transition to sustainable resources. The initiative is part of a broader commitment to sustainability and economic development in the mining sector, aiming to double its contribution to the GDP within a decade.