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A study from the University of Tasmania found that at most 23 percent of marine protected areas in shallow reefs are effective, primarily due to fishing. Extrapolated to all ecosystems, only 2 percent of the world's oceans are effectively protected.
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13 US class-action lawsuits against Meta's AI glasses have been consolidated. People recorded by the glasses without consent are now also being considered as a plaintiff group. Plaintiffs accuse Meta of marketing the devices as privacy-friendly while using recordings for AI improvement.
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Plug-in hybrid vehicles emit six times more CO₂ in real-world operation than officially stated. New EU data shows average real emissions in 2024 are 145 g CO₂/km, compared to official values of 24 g CO₂/km.
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77 organizations are demanding protection for children from the consequences of climate change and their participation in climate policy. They point to increased health risks for children and call for compliance with existing laws and financial resources for climate adaptation measures at the municipal level.
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Over 80 percent of smartphones sold in the EU lack required repair information on their energy labels, according to the Right to Repair initiative. Manufacturers are assigning top ratings despite missing data, and authorities are apparently not enforcing compliance.
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Reinsurers meeting in Monaco are warning of increasing weather-related natural disasters such as floods and wildfires. Despite these risks, falling premiums are expected, as primary insurers performed better in previous years.
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The Rostock Higher Regional Court ruled that Aida Cruises can no longer use certain clauses in its travel conditions. These include an 80 percent cancellation fee for partial cancellations in multi-bed cabins and the obligation for travelers to bear quarantine costs themselves.
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AI data center water consumption could reach 644 billion liters by 2030, but targeted measures may limit this. Companies like Nvidia are using closed-loop cooling, which can reduce water use to near zero but may require more electricity.
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Heatwaves and fires are worsening air pollution, according to a report by the World Meteorological Organization. Fine dust from wildfires is more problematic than from other sources and can increase health risks. Rising temperatures also promote the formation of ground-level ozone, which damages respiratory systems and ecosystems.
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Building with wood could lead to more affordable housing in Europe, with wooden houses costing up to 25 percent less than traditional buildings. The wood construction industry is growing globally and in Europe by an average of 10 percent annually.
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