Today at Squirrel News, we highlight the seven countries which have successfully transitioned to 100% renewable energy, a tool aimed at preventing collisions with whales along the US coastline, and how AI technology is offering support to individuals facing homelessness in LA.
Two countries in Europe are now powered by 100% renewable energy
The renewable energy movement is making new strides with seven countries – including two European nations, Albania and Iceland – relying exclusively on renewable sources for their electricity needs.
New tool monitors ship speed along US coastlines to avert whale collisions
Leveraging vessel analytics from Whale Safe, the new tool supports efforts to safeguard endangered whales by delivering up-to-the-minute data on whale and ship positions along the West Coast of the US – letting ships take proactive measures to prevent potentially disastrous collisions.
AI tech deployed in LA to support those at risk of homelessness
With homelessness at record levels in the United States, LA County’s AI tool spotlights those at risk, providing them with advice and financial support.
Scuba divers establish coral nurseries for rescued reef ecosystems
Located in the Philippine coastal town of Bauan, within the Batangas province, divers gather dislodged coral fragments, salvaging living sections affected by factors such as plastic pollution and destructive fishing practices, before carefully relocating them to the coral nurseries for regeneration.
Tribal-led initiative boosts housing and community services in Minneapolis
Providing a nexus for healthcare, social services, and community engagement, the Mino-Bimaadiziwin apartments address the distinctive requirements of urban Native Americans while bolstering the local community.
How accurate mailing saves lives on the Navajo Nation
Initially aimed at bolstering voter registration, the initiative to assign ‘Plus Codes’ to remote residences on the Navajo Nation has evolved into a vital lifeline, offering far-reaching advantages beyond its original scope.
Swiss women win landmark climate case against government
Delve deeper into this pivotal moment with BBC Global Story’s in-depth audio show, which contextualises the case within the framework of the Paris Agreement, previous rulings in the Netherlands and Belgium, and outlines its potential for global impact.
Boosting walkability in US cities: insights from an urban planner
Urban planner Jeff Speck is spearheading efforts to cultivate walkable lifestyles in cities across the United States, where essential amenities such as shops, parks, and schools are conveniently accessible by foot or bike from your doorstep.
Ranked as the world’s third-largest manufacturing sector, the fashion industry exerts substantial pressure on global resources. However, a wave of innovators is reshaping its landscape: from striving for sustainability through alternative materials such as yak hair to repurposed firehoses.
