Global Climate Change


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Colorado Report Details New Strategies for Refinery Emission Cuts

State health officials released a contractor-led study comparing the Suncor refinery to national standards to find further pollution reductions.

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CIRCOR Unveils Biofuel Upgrade Kits for Marine Pumps

New retrofit kits allow commercial vessel operators to transition to sustainable fuels without replacing existing pump systems.

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Global Cities Urge Faster Transition to Renewable Energy

Mayors from across the globe say shifting away from fossil fuels is the most effective path to securing affordable and reliable power.

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Protecting Critical Water Infrastructure from Climate-Driven Slope Failures

As extreme weather weakens terrain, new engineering and nature-based strategies are emerging to stabilize slopes and secure vital water networks.

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German Energy Agency Opens Applications for 2026 Energy Award

The competition recognizes companies implementing innovative technologies and integrated strategies to achieve decarbonization.

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New AI Platform Simplifies Access to EPA Emissions Data

Context Labs launches OpenEPA to transform a decade of greenhouse gas reporting into a searchable and verifiable intelligence layer.

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Global Air Quality Declines as Wildfire Smoke Intensifies

New IQAir report reveals only 14 percent of cities meet WHO standards while climate change and monitoring gaps threaten public health.

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HBCU Climate Leaders Convene to Address Resilience

Researchers and students gather to develop resilience strategies and community-driven solutions for frontline environmental challenges.



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Autonomous Monitoring Strengthens Environmental Oversight at Northern Lights CCS Facility

Equinor is using autonomous robotic inspection at its Northern Lights CCS facility to improve CO₂ monitoring and safety.

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Custom HiPAF System Enhances Zoo’s Wastewater Treatment

A custom-designed WCSEE HiPAF system is helping an Oxfordshire reptile zoo manage fluctuating wastewater loads from animal habitats and visitor facilities while meeting strict environmental discharge standards.

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Precision Engineering Helps Power World's First Underwater Seagrass Harvester

Accu, Tandem Ventures and Project Seagrass have developed a towable underwater harvester designed to accelerate global seagrass restoration, using marine-grade fasteners capable of withstanding harsh ocean conditions.

Water Infrastructure

New Strategic Guide Aims to Accelerate Water Innovation

A new digital resource, the Water Innovation Strategy Ecosystem Guide, helps innovators navigate and connect across the UK and Ireland’s water sector, promoting cross-sector collaboration and sustainable progress.

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Stronger Water and Soil Policies Needed to Combat Climate Change and Erosion

As global warming accelerates, erosion and water challenges are intensifying across coastlines and inland regions. Governments and scientists must collaborate on adaptive policies and sustainable land use to protect communities, conserve resources, and strengthen climate resilience.

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Smart Leak Detection Builds Drought Resilience Worldwide

As droughts grow more severe, utilities are using AI-driven leak detection and service-led models to conserve water, improve efficiency, and strengthen long-term climate resilience.

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Water Innovation Potential Mapped at UK Summit

At the 2025 Innovation Summit in London, hosted by British Water and Bentley Systems, leaders across the water sector spotlighted new strategies to scale collaboration, funding, and technology adoption for sustainable water management.

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How Tech Giants are Driving Sustainability through Green Investments

Major technology companies are reshaping global renewable energy markets by investing billions in clean power, driving innovation, and influencing suppliers to adopt more sustainable practices.

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PolyCera® Wins Contract for Offshore Produced Water Treatment with CNOOC

PolyCera® will deliver 10 produced water treatment units to CNOOC offshore platforms, using its Titan ultrafiltration membranes and resin adsorption technology to meet discharge standards and support sustainable oil and gas production.

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Xylem and Amazon Partner on Smart Water Upgrades to Save More Than 1.3 Billion Liters Annually in Mexico

Advanced water technology helps Mexico City and Monterrey reduce leaks and improve supply for thousands of residents.

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Dürr Builds CO₂-Efficient Paint Shop for Volkswagen in Mexico

Dürr has delivered a turnkey paint shop at Volkswagen’s Puebla plant featuring electrified drying systems, driverless transport, and advanced overspray separation to cut CO₂ emissions by 40 percent.

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Young Innovators Honored at 2025 Stockholm Junior Water Prize for Tackling Global Water Challenges

From real-time flood alerts in Germany to AI-driven leak detection in Turkey and solar water distillation in the UK, this year’s Stockholm Junior Water Prize showcased youth-led innovations addressing climate, water security, and sustainability.