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Green news- Consumers expect collective action to make sustainable fashion a realityThe EU, social media platforms and influencers can play a role. The post Consumers expect collective action to make sustainable fashion a reality appeared first on Trellis.
- Google holds to ambitious 2030 net-zero goal despite another big emissions hikeThe tech giant’s carbon footprint has swelled 51 percent since the 2019 baseline year for its 2030 commitment. The post Google holds to ambitious 2030 net-zero goal despite another big emissions hike appeared first on Trellis.
- New GRI standards require deeper disclosure on social impact and climate transition plansThe revisions are closely aligned with other voluntary and mandatory disclosure frameworks, including the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and International Sustainability Standards Board. The post New GRI standards require deeper disclosure on social impact and climate transition plans appeared first on Trellis.
- Report: Climate goals at Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta and Microsoft have ‘lost their meaning’Analysis by NewClimate Institute and Carbon Market Watch asks 'how do we improve the rules of the game?' The post Report: Climate goals at Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta and Microsoft have ‘lost their meaning’ appeared first on Trellis.
- Report: Fashion brands are ignoring proven climate fixesAdidas, H&M, Inditex, Lululemon and Shein are leaving their best decarbonization tools on the table, researchers say. The post Report: Fashion brands are ignoring proven climate fixes appeared first on Trellis.
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Global agreement to tackle mercury
The European Commission welcomed the successful conclusion of the multilateral negotiations to address the global threat posed to human health and the environment by mercury. This follows the decision of the Governing Council of UNEP in February 2009 to develop a global legally binding instrument on mercury and the subsequent creation of an International Negotiating Committee to conclude on the text of a mercury Treaty that held its final meeting this week. The EU was a key driver for the launch of this negotiating process. Continue reading
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European Green Capital 2013
The title of European Green Capital has just been awarded to Nantes, France’s sixth largest city, at a handover ceremony in Brussels. Janez Potočnik congratulated Nantes on receiving the title of European Green Capital 2013, a title that brings with it great responsibility. Continue reading
Environment: €40 million for innovations in water
An important step was taken today in developing solutions for the major challenges Europe faces in managing water. The Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) adopted by the European Innovation Partnership (EIP) on Water, chaired by Environment Commissioner Janez Potočnik sets out priority areas where solutions are needed. Action Groups will now draw up tools and mechanisms to promote innovations in water policies and technologies. Continue reading
Environment Action Programme for the EU
The European Commission has proposed a new Environment Action Programme for the EU. Entitled “Living well, within the limits of our planet”, it will guide environment policy up to 2020. The proposal aims to enhance Europe’s ecological resilience and transform the EU into an inclusive and sustainable green economy. Continue reading
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