Today at Squirrel News, China’s carbon emissions are set for a historic plunge, South Africa pioneers shared parental leave in Africa, and ‘firetech’ startups bring innovation to combat wildfires.
After clean energy surge, China’s carbon emissions to decline from 2024
China, the world’s top polluter, is poised to see a structural decline in carbon emissions from next year, a result of an unprecedented surge in clean energy investments, surpassing government targets.
South Africa to introduce shared parental leave after landmark judgment
In a groundbreaking decision, South Africa’s high court mandates shared parental leave, making it the first country in Africa to do so. The ruling allows parents to jointly decide how to allocate four months of parental leave.
US university breaks barriers with graduation of incarcerated students
Northwestern University celebrates the graduation of its inaugural class of incarcerated students, marking a historic moment in U.S. higher education accessibility.
India’s top court steps in to halt crop burning as Delhi’s air quality plummets
As New Delhi grapples with hazardous air quality due to crop burning, India’s Supreme Court issues a stern directive to surrounding states, demanding a halt to the burning of crop residue.
From autonomous drones for prescribed burns to satellite-based early detection systems, a growing number of ‘firetech’ startups offer hope in combatting one pressing consequence of climate change.
Western states unlock state-owned lands to tackle housing crisis
In the face of housing shortages, Western states are turning to state-owned trust lands to develop affordable housing solutions. In Colorado, a 3.5-acre tract will be transformed into 80 units of affordable housing.
Fika, four-week holidays – and zero overtime: Sweden’s stunningly healthy work culture
From wellbeing allowances to generous parental leave to a bonus in your pay packet when you take a break, the Scandinavian country has a lot to teach the rest of the world.
Polish startup champions equality in parenting for career development
‘Share the Care’ is challenging traditional gender roles in Poland by empowering employers to foster a culture of equality in parenting through initiatives like co-financed maternity benefits and support for paternal leave.
Ukrainian amputees find strength and healing through Brazilian jiu-jitsu
The aftermath of the Russian invasion has left numerous Ukrainian soldiers with disabilities, grappling with the physical and emotional toll. In Kyiv, a pioneering project is leveraging Brazilian jiu-jitsu as a powerful rehabilitation tool.
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