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As fast fashion giant Shein embraces AI, its emissions are soaring

The company nearly doubled its emissions in 2023, making it the biggest polluter in the industry. In the 12 years…

A new ‘green bank’ could bring solar power and electric buses to Appalachia

$500 million from the EPA will support small lenders to invest in renewable energy Quelle: https://grist.org/business/a-new-green-bank-could-bring-solar-power-and-electric-buses-to-appalachia/...

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The right to repair electronics is now law in 3 states. Is Big Tech complying?

You're legally entitled to fix your own gadgets in California, Minnesota, and New York — but not all tech companies…

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Corporate climate targets are a mess. Could tracking ‘spheres of influence’ help?

New research proposes a new, more expansive way to look at companies’ contribution to global net-zero. Quelle: https://grist.org/business/corporate-climate-reporting-net-zero-oxford-study-spheres-of-influence-scope-emissions/...

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Is it possible to build a dream city from scratch?

Sustainability is at the heart of California Forever’s ambitious plan for a new city — and its problems. In 2018,…

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As US bets big on hydrogen for clean energy, local communities worry about secrecy and public health

The Biden administration has set aside billions of dollars for new hydrogen energy. But does the industry need better safeguards?…

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In Georgia, companies want to cut emissions. Utilities are holding them back.

With less than half of Georgia Power's electricity carbon-free, businesses and governments are scrambling to meet looming clean energy targets.…

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Forever chemicals are poisoning your insurance

As commercial insurers cut PFAS coverage, small businesses and consumers will swallow the cost. Quelle: https://grist.org/business/forever-chemicals-are-poisoning-your-insurance/...

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