Global Climate News

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled research on innovative solar coating technology - 5-micron thick solar modules that can be applied to vehicle surfaces, achieving 20% efficiency and potentially powering up to 12,000 km annually.

South African President discussed electricity sector reforms, climate change impacts, and infrastructure development including renewable energy initiatives in address to National Council of Provinces.

North Rhine-Westphalia's Higher Administrative Court ruled in favor of solar installations on heritage-protected buildings in two separate cases, prioritizing renewable energy expansion over monument protection.

UK Transport Secretary announced new Integrated National Transport Strategy focusing on sustainable local transport systems, public ownership of railways, and empowering local leaders to design region-specific networks.

Dutch research institutes have mapped fire incidents in buildings with PV systems, finding 152 cases involving solar installations, with 31 fires originating from PV systems between 2022-2023.

IBM released State of Sustainability Readiness Report 2024 and launched multiple AI-powered tools for sustainability, including Envizi ESG planning, Maximo asset management, and partnerships with WWF and UNDP.

Onyx Solar has launched new walkable solar tiles for floors, suitable for terraces, sidewalks, and patios. The company has supplied photovoltaic panels to Apple and Spanish institutions including Valencia's City of Arts and Sciences.

EvoPhase and Kwik Fab Ltd have unveiled AI-designed Birmingham Blade urban wind turbine, optimized for Birmingham's wind conditions. First prototype produced in aluminum, with commercial availability expected by late 2025.

Transport Secretary Louise Haigh announced new Integrated National Transport Strategy to improve connectivity, promote sustainable transport, and drive economic growth across England over next 10 years.