Global Climate News

A team of researchers at MIT has developed a new method for producing ammonia underground using Earth's natural heat and pressure, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The process involves injecting water with nitrogen and a catalyst into iron-rich rocks, generating hydrogen that reacts with nitrogen to form ammonia. This could reduce global CO2 emissions by up to 1 percent.

Taiwan's Executive Yuan convened a meeting to stabilize prices of essential goods for the Lunar New Year. The government aims to ensure sufficient supply and stable prices by monitoring various products, encouraging discounts, and implementing price controls. Measures include increasing supply of key agricultural products (8%-17% for livestock, 18%-39% for vegetables/fruits), keeping gasoline and natural gas prices stable during the holiday, and monitoring restaurant prices. The government also addresses the impact of extreme weather on agricultural production.

The World Bank issued US\$2.7 billion in sustainable development bonds to raise awareness for food loss and waste challenges. The bonds support sustainable development projects, including \$4.6 billion in lending to fund infrastructure, market access, logistics, and waste management. Additionally, research shows that reducing food loss and waste yields tangible food security gains and emissions reductions. Too Good To Go, a scaleup, uses technology to connect consumers with surplus food.

South Africa's Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment announced a 36% increase in fish allocations for small-scale fishers. This aims to improve livelihoods, empower fishing communities, and stimulate economic activity in coastal regions while ensuring sustainable use of marine resources.

The UAE, specifically Abu Dhabi, hosted the 7th Annual Meeting of the Global Research and Expertise Network for Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR-GREN) from January 20-22, 2025. Over 80 experts from 30+ countries participated, focusing on PPR control strategies and sustainable livestock protection. This event highlights ADAFSA’s commitment to international collaboration in combating animal diseases and supporting the global eradication of PPR by 2030.

Belgium-based The Vegan Butcher, a company specializing in vegan meat and food service, has developed a range of artisanal vegan cheeses called "vromage." These cheeses are made from plant-based ingredients like cashews, fermented soy, and miso paste, using traditional fermentation techniques. The company highlights the health, ethical, and sustainability benefits of their product, emphasizing its lower environmental impact compared to dairy cheese.

The UK has launched a Grain Verification Scheme to track grain stolen from occupied areas of Ukraine, using cutting-edge science to determine where grain has been grown and harvested. The scheme strengthens Ukraine’s food security and ensures it remains a major agricultural supplier. The UK also committed to a global transition to low emission fertilisers and allocated funding to research biofertilisers.

Brazil will host the COP30 climate conference in Belém in November 2025. President Lula emphasized the importance of this event and Brazil's role in international climate action. He also mentioned the upcoming BRICS summit in July 2025.

India's coffee exports reached $1.29 billion in FY 2023-24, almost double the $719.42 million in 2020-21. The Coffee Board of India launched the Integrated Coffee Development Project (ICDP) to improve yields and ensure sustainable farming. In Araku Valley, coffee production increased by 20% thanks to collaboration with the Coffee Board, ITDA, and GCC loans. Karnataka leads in production, contributing 248,020 MT in 2022-23.

UK-based Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) and the Stockholm Environment Institute have jointly developed and updated the Global Environmental Impacts of Consumption (GEIC) Indicator tool. The tool provides data on biodiversity loss, water use, and deforestation associated with a country’s consumption and has been upgraded to a fully-fledged Official Statistic.

The article promotes vegan meal prepping as a way to improve health, mental wellbeing, and sustainability. It highlights how reducing food waste through planning lowers the carbon footprint. Shroomeats products are suggested for easy meal preparation.

Greece: A study by researchers from the University of Thessaly and Aristotle University of Thessaloniki investigated the effects of incorporating olive cake (3.7% inclusion rate) into dairy cow rations. The results showed improved uterine health and fertility parameters, including earlier estrus onset and lower acute-phase protein levels, without affecting milk production. The study was funded in part by Sparta Life SA.

UK-based Newhouse Farm has planted over 12ha of new woodland, funded by grants totaling over £138,000. The farm also uses woodchip boilers to heat 5 houses and commercial units, replacing oil-fired boilers. A project is predicted to sequester 4,352 tonnes of CO2e over 100 years.

US-based Ameren Corporation facilitated 68 projects in 2024, resulting in over 2,700 new jobs and more than \$3.6 billion in capital investments across Missouri and Illinois. Partnerships with companies like Boeing (100% renewable electricity), Western Smokehouse Partners, and Manner Polymers (on-site solar field) highlight sustainable practices. Ameren was also recognized as one of Business Facilities Magazine’s 2025 Top Utilities for Economic Development.

Finland-based Mö Foods Oy, founded in 2017, produces oat-based dairy alternatives. The company focuses on sustainability and partners with Nordea for financing and Espresso House for distribution, aiming for international growth in Nordic markets.

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) partnered with ne’ma to reduce food waste in the tourism and hospitality sectors. The agreement aims to drive transformative change, contributing to the National Food Security Strategy 2051 and UN SDG 12.3. DCT Abu Dhabi will encourage sustainable practices, develop educational campaigns, and facilitate food redistribution. 89 kgs of food waste were diverted from landfill at the Retrofit Summit, creating 17.8 kgs of compost.

US-based Viking Cold Solutions has supported food banks globally with its Thermal Energy Storage technology, reducing energy costs and enabling them to allocate more resources to community service. Recently, they completed a project for Feeding Northeast Florida in December 2023 and volunteered at the Houston Food Bank.

Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) contributed EUR 600,000 to the Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF) to help developing economies meet international food safety standards and improve market access. This supports the STDF's 2025-2030 strategy, focusing on strengthening sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) capacity, addressing climate change effects, and promoting sustainable development in agricultural and food systems.

The USDA published an interim rule on technical guidelines for climate-smart agriculture crops used as biofuel feedstocks. This will facilitate the recognition of climate-smart agriculture within clean transportation fuel programs, creating new market opportunities for biofuel feedstock producers while enhancing climate benefits.

Ai Palette, an AI-powered insights platform, has helped various food and beverage brands such as KitKat, Gatorade, and Pringles, to utilize real-time consumer data and AI to accelerate their innovation processes. The platform aids in identifying emerging trends, personalizing product offerings, enhancing user experiences through technology, promoting sustainable practices, and innovating taste and textures.