ClimeFi Launches Global 1000 Carbon Removal Challenge With XPrize

Credit to Author: Jonny Tiernan| Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:30:30 +0000

Today, ClimeFi, in partnership with XPRIZE, formally launched the Global 1000 CDR Challenge at the 29th United Nations Climate Change conference (COP29 Azerbaijan) taking place in Baku. The challenge calls for immediate action by each of the world’s largest 1,000 companies to enter new purchase agreements for at least 1,000 … [continued]

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US long-range missiles ‘game changer’ for Ukraine – official


UNITED NATIONS, United States — US President Joe Biden’s decision to allow Ukraine to strike Russian territory with American-supplied long-range missiles could be a decisive boost for Kyiv, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga said Monday. “It could be a game changer. The longer Ukraine can strike, the shorter the war will be,” Sybiga told reporters ahead of a UN Security Council meeting to mark 1,000 days since the Russian invasion of its pro-Western neighbor. He argued that Kyiv has the “full right to strike military targets on the territory of Russia.” “It could have a very positive impact on the […]…

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Vvolt Is Bringing The Unique STREEK E-Cargo Trike To The US

Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:24:07 +0000

In a world of oh-so-similar electric cargo bike designs, the compact STREEK stands out, but unless you live in Japan, you probably won’t ever see one, let alone purchase one. However, thanks to Vvolt, a new version of this modular e-cargo trike with a tilting front suspension is being designed … [continued]

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Green Skills: LinkedIn Publishes Its Annual Green Skills Report — It’s Not Good

Credit to Author: Cynthia Shahan| Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:13:59 +0000

The green skills that immediately counteract the consequences of global warming are in increasing demand. They need to be in the spotlight, and LinkedIn is putting them there. Jobs that prioritize sustainability are known as “green jobs,” and are not able to function without a comprehensive understanding of green skills. … [continued]

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Korean fugitives arrested in Metro Manila


MANILA, Philippines — Three South Koreans wanted in their country for operating illegal gambling sites online have been arrested in separate operations conducted in Metro Manila, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Monday. Kim Hee-chul, 36, was arrested on Nov. 8 in Parañaque City while Seo Min, 30, and Kim Yong-su, 45, were apprehended […]…

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Education and peacebuilding


Butuan City—I am in this city briefly to participate in the 10th Mindanao Peace Studies Conference (MPSC) at the Father Saturnino Urios University (FSUU) during its first plenary session tomorrow, Nov. 19, 2024. I am honored to be sharing the plenary stage with an internationally recognized and esteemed peacebuilder, 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Leadership awardee, professor […]…

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