Environmental & Sustainability
China’s New Energy Vehicle Market Surpasses Conventional Fuel Vehicles in April 2024.
In a groundbreaking development, the retail volume of Chinese domestic new energy vehicles (NEVs) soared past 260,000 units in the first half of April. This remarkable surge marks a substantial 32% year-on-year increase, as reported by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). More significantly, it signifies a historic moment as NEVs outpaced conventional fuel vehicles…
Ocean temperature hit record high in February 2024, EU scientists say
Ocean temperature hit record high in February 2024, EU scientists say In February, ocean temperatures soared to unprecedented levels, as reported by the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) on Thursday. The average global sea surface temperature reached a remarkable 21.06 degrees Celsius (69.91 degrees Fahrenheit), surpassing the prior record of 20.98 C (69.77 F)…
The North Sea could become a ‘central storage camp’ for carbon waste. Not everyone likes the idea
The North Sea could become a ‘central storage camp’ for carbon waste. Not everyone likes the idea The Norwegian government aims to demonstrate the feasibility of securely injecting and storing carbon waste beneath the seabed, proposing the North Sea as a potential hub for storing emissions from various industries across Europe. Offshore carbon capture and…
Hyundai Pakistan Unveils the Ioniq 6: The Country’s First Electric Sedan
Hyundai Pakistan Unveils the Ioniq 6: The Country’s First Electric Sedan The expansion of the Pakistani electric vehicle (EV) market is anticipated to continue, with reports suggesting that Hyundai Nishat is preparing to introduce its inaugural EV in the nation. Hyundai Nishat Teases New Model for Pakistani Market Over the past several days, the automaker…
Global energy-related CO2 emissions hit record high in 2023 – IEA
Global energy-related CO2 emissions hit record high in 2023 – IEA On March 1st, Reuters reported that carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from energy sources reached an all-time high in the previous year globally. This surge was attributed in part to heightened fossil fuel consumption in regions experiencing droughts, which hindered hydropower production, according to the…
Nestlé establishes itself putting down its first urban forestry trees.
Nestlé establishes itself putting down its first urban forestry trees. Nestlé Pakistan, as part of its Nestlé Cares initiative, has launched its inaugural tree plantation activity, establishing an urban forest at Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore. Collaborative Efforts for Environmental Impact This initiative was made possible through collaboration with the Parks & Horticulture Authority (PHA)…
IBA and Plant a Million Tree (PTC) Join Forces for a Greener Karachi: Memorandum of Understanding Signed
IBA and Plant a Million Tree (PTC) Join Forces for a Greener Karachi: Memorandum of Understanding Signed In a momentous stride towards fostering a greener and more sustainable Karachi, the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) is thrilled to announce the formalization of a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting tree plantation. This significant…
Mari Petroleum Discovers Gas Reserves in North Waziristan
Fueling Progress: MARI’s Vision for a Sustainable Energy Future Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MARI), a prominent player in Pakistan’s dynamic oil and gas sector, has recently disclosed a significant gas discovery at the Shewa-2 well located in the North Waziristan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This announcement marks a pivotal moment for MARI, which operates as…
Future of Water Supply Remains Uncertain Despite Ongoing Dam Construction
Tagline: Islamabad Despite the scheduled completion of Diamer Bhasha Dam (DBD) in 2030, Pakistan’s water challenges are expected to persist, given the anticipated increase in agricultural water demands resulting from traditional farming practices. Description: Amid Pakistan’s persistent water challenges, discussions with water sector experts reveal a pressing need for the government to allocate…
Global Heatwave: ‘Gobsmacking’ Autumn Sets 2023 Up to Break Records
In a year marked by deadly heatwave, floods, and wildfires, 2023 is on track to become the warmest year on record, according to new data. Recent findings suggest that it is now “virtually certain” that this year will go down in history for its unprecedented heat. These predictions come on the heels of an “exceptional”…
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