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The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) warns the 1.5-degree temperature limit could be exceeded in the coming years. Following flash floods in Nepal and Tibet that caused over 1,000 deaths, Nepal is demanding compensation from major CO2 emitters. Turkmenistan has begun to close large methane leaks in its oil and gas facilities.
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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.
Climate ChangeNature & Species ConservationPollution
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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.
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China's CO2 emissions decreased by one percent in the second quarter due to lower oil consumption. This was a result of oil trade disruptions from the Iran war, which accelerated the shift to electric vehicles.
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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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.
Companies & MarketsTrade & ConsumptionIndustry & Production
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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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France recorded its hottest summer since records began in 2026, with 53 days of extreme heat. Environment Minister Monique Barbut reported record temperatures, prolonged heatwaves, and wildfires that destroyed six times the average area over the past 20 years. Thousands of additional deaths were registered.
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