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The Greek island of Tilos has abolished its landfill and achieved a recycling and composting rate of almost 90 percent. This surpasses the Greek and EU average, making Tilos the first island with Zero Waste Cities certification.
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Global food prices rose 1.9 percent in August compared to July, reaching their highest point since late 2022. Extreme weather and military conflicts are causing supply shortages. The FAO lowered its global grain production forecast by two percent.
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US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer criticizes the UK's continued adherence to EU rules, hindering a trade deal with the US. Prime Minister Andy Burnham seeks closer EU cooperation, as the British public lacks a clear vision for the future.
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Forest fires are spreading uncontrollably in Indonesia, particularly on Borneo and Sumatra. Over 200,000 hectares of land have already burned, causing severe smog in neighboring countries and endangering orangutans.
Companies & MarketsTrade & ConsumptionIT & Internet
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Netflix is discontinuing its ad-free Basic subscription for existing customers. Those wishing to continue watching without ads must switch to the Standard plan, resulting in a 60 percent price increase. An ad-supported subscription is also available as an alternative.
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Researchers have developed magnetic nanoparticles shaped like flowers that can bind PET nanoplastics from water. One gram of these particles can absorb up to 10,000 milligrams of nanoplastics, converting the captured plastic into a material for removing other pollutants.
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The UN environmental report predicts the 1.5-degree limit of the Paris Climate Agreement will be exceeded in the coming years, with even the most optimistic scenario expecting 1.8 degrees of warming. However, the energy transition is progressing due to falling renewable energy costs and technological advancements.
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Raw materials in e-waste worth over €65 billion are unused in the EU. An analysis calls for a shift to circular manufacturing processes to reduce geopolitical risks and high purchase prices for strategic resources.
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In the first half of the year, Germany saw 33 large insolvencies with annual revenues exceeding 50 million euros, a ten percent increase compared to the previous year. The automotive industry was the most affected.
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Xiaomi plans to sell its electric cars in Germany starting in 2027. The company has signed letters of intent with eight German car dealership groups to establish a sales and service network.
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