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Day: September 30, 2024

How the UK quit coal-fired power (and what comes next)

A photo of the UK's last coal-fired power plant, which was shut on 30 September 2024.

As recently as 2012, coal comprised nearly 40% of the UK’s electrical output.

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Clean air zones are improving public health and slashing emissions

A clean air zone in London

London’s clean air zone has led to a 13% reduction in nitric oxide emissions from cars.

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These telecommunications companies are leading the way in energy efficiency improvements

A photo of a telecommunications tower at sunset

KPN’s energy use has fallen 42% since 2010 thanks in part to the use of more efficient equipment.

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South Africa’s Woolworths incentivises customers to donate denim towards upcycling project

A pair of old jeans being repurposed.

Customers who participate will get discounts on purchases of new jeans.

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South African study shows how mushrooms can help clean up polluted rivers

A photo of a pink oyster mushroom, which is good at cleaning up polluted water.

Mycofiltration can remove up to 94% of iron (III) and 31% of imidacloprid.

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