Driven by sustainability goals, technological progress, and surging demand for efficient transportation, the global high-speed rail market is accelerating at a rapid 5.9% CAGR, poised to surge from $110.5 billion in 2024 to a staggering $165.3 billion by 2031, with Asia-Pacific leading the charge.
AI agents' energy usage varies based on model size, modality, and output length, necessitating a balance between performance and sustainability through efficient model selection, open-source frameworks, and task-appropriate approaches.
AI's unprecedented growth sparks environmental concerns, prompting governments and organizations to implement mitigation strategies like renewable energy adoption and resource management to curb emissions, waste, and ethical implications.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) strives to bridge the digital divide in least developed countries (LDCs) by formulating national strategies, implementing inclusive digital infrastructure, and enhancing digital literacy, enabling sustainable development and progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
A simple act of sipping coffee on the stoop sparked a remarkable neighborhood revival, as consistent small gestures like hosting stoop gatherings and events fostered connections, empowering residents to build a thriving, sustainable community organically.
An AI breakthrough called polySCOUT is accelerating the development of biodegradable plastics by using machine learning to predict chemical structures with desired properties, saving significant time compared to traditional trial-and-error methods and making eco-friendly alternatives more viable.
Antarctica and Greenland's rapidly melting ice sheets, fueled by global warming, are losing billions of tons of ice annually, contributing significantly to rising sea levels that threaten coastal regions worldwide.
In a groundbreaking partnership, Engine No. 1, Chevron, and GE Vernova have joined forces to build cleaner power solutions for U.S. data centers, aiming to deliver up to 4 gigawatts by 2027 using natural gas, creating jobs and supporting domestic energy resources.
While global building emissions plateaued in 2022, urgent measures like mandatory energy codes, renewable energy adoption, and increased financing are crucial to decarbonize the sector and align with climate targets, with calls for zero-carbon building codes by 2028 in major emitters and 2035 globally, alongside doubling energy efficiency investment by …
The UK is funding innovative space tech projects that harness AI and satellite data to tackle global challenges like climate change and preserving cultural heritage sites, showcasing the nation's commitment to leveraging space solutions for a sustainable future.